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Farm Director

Job Overview

The Farm Director will work closely with the Executive Director, Marketing & Programs Manager, and Farm Manager to ensure a safe, efficient, and collaborative working environment. They will oversee all aspects of the farm, help secure grant funding, and lead future farm development initiatives. 

In partnership with the Farm Manager, the Farm Director will ensure the production and distribution of high-quality, nutrient-dense food to our target communities—at free or reduced prices—as well as to our wholesale partners. This includes prioritizing regenerative agricultural practices that maintain our organic certification and ensuring proper documentation. 

The Farm Director will also manage the farm incubator and apprenticeship programs, oversee interns and volunteers, and collaborate with external groups to support educational programming and community partnerships. 

This role requires strong, hands-on knowledge of regenerative agriculture and farm leadership skills, along with a deep commitment to providing healthy food and education as a means to alleviate hunger in local communities.

Key Requirements:

  • Create and manage a farm production budget

  • Lead produce donation and sales efforts to help achieve organizational goals

  • Support and strengthen grant writing and fundraising efforts

  • Assist with marketing, outreach, and community engagement efforts

  • Collaborate with community partners and educational programs

  • Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers and interns, with appropriate support

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date farm records 

  • Oversee organic certification process and maintain nursery license, including all required documentation and reporting 

  • Collaborate with the Farm Manager to develop crop plans, coordinate timely seed ordering, implement soil-building practices, and ensure compliance with organic certification standards in alignment with organizational goals

  • Plan, implement, and maintain farm infrastructure projects

  • Oversee ongoing maintenance of site infrastructure, including facilities, fencing, and farm equipment

Qualifications:

  • Minimum four (4) years of experience in full-season farm management

  • Working knowledge of regenerative farming practices

  • Team player with proven leadership skills, able to work independently while communicating effectively with colleagues and partners 

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in record-keeping are essential 

  • Self-motivated, cooperative, and adaptable

  • Experience with operating farm machinery and executing maintenance

  • Physical ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds

  • Reliable transportation

  • Capacity to work in harsh weather conditions

  • Availability to work occasional evenings or weekends for special events

  • Experience in grant writing is strongly preferred

Compensation and Schedule 

  • Farm Director will receive a base salary of $60,000 - $65,000, depending on experience

  • 2 weeks paid time off and up to 5 paid sick days yearly

  • 4 paid holidays off, which include: New Years, Memorial Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas

  • Seasonal produce to take home regularly 

  • Continuing educational opportunities

  • Expected to work an average of 40 hours per week onsite in Dripping Springs, TX

  • Employer contribution to Healthcare Spending Account (HSA)

Application Process

  • Send a resume to info@hopefullfarm.org

  • Add “Farm Director” to subject line of the email

  • Expect a response within 2 weeks of submitting the application

  • We will conduct a phone and in-person working interview 


Please email with any questions and thank you for your interest in joining our team!