Full-Time Spring Green Farm Administration and Business Development Coordinator
Job Description
Job Opening: Spring Green Farm Administration and Business Development Coordinator
The Savanna Institute invites applications for a Farm Administration and Business Development Assistant to advance agroforestry by supporting the record keeping and administrative elements of the Savanna Institute’s Spring Green Campus and Demonstration Farms. This position will work closely with the Spring Green Campus Farm Director, Demonstration Farm Director, and other Savanna Institute staff, community partners, collaborating farmers/landowners, and farm visitors.
We seek applicants who share our passion for ecological and equitable agriculture as a nature-based climate solution and who are motivated to widen the circle of who has the opportunity to inform, support, and benefit from its development. To that end, we are seeking a diversity of voices at the table and strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
Who We Are
The Savanna Institute is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Madison, WI and Urbana, IL. Established in 2013, we work in collaboration with farmers, businesses, and scientists to lay the groundwork for widespread agroforestry in the Midwest US. Inspired by the native savanna ecosystems that once covered much of this region, we envision a transformed agricultural system, centered on trees and other perennial crops, that fosters ecological resilience, climate stability, economic prosperity, and vibrant, equitable communities. For more information, please visit savannainstitute.org.
Job Description
Hours: full-time
Location: Spring Green, WI
Start Date: May 6, 2024
Salary: $48,000 – $52,000 per year
- This position is eligible for the Institute’s benefits package. Benefits for full-time employees include 30 days paid time off per year, 3 weeks of paid family leave, a health reimbursement arrangement that can be applied to insurance premiums and approved healthcare costs, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, and a monthly home office stipend.
- This position reports to the Spring Green Campus Farm Director
- This position will primarily be on-site work in Spring Green, WI, with remote work opportunities
Duties/Responsibilities
- Assist in the development, maintenance and analysis of the Spring Green Campus (SGC) annual Anticipated Management Plans for seasonal farm work
- Maintain management logs for all research, livestock, crop and custom farm work operations at SGC
- Assist in the maintenance, documentation and completion of all required farm certifications as needed
- Assist in the development and maintenance of enterprise budgets and custom farm operation tools
- Manage the agricultural land and building leases and associated annual invoicing with local agricultural partners associated with SGC
- Maintain accounting and invoicing on all farm operation custom work and crop/livestock sales
- Develop and maintain equipment and field supply inventories, maintenance records, and registrations
- Develop tracking system for employee safety trainings and certifications
- Occasionally engage in seasonal field work at SGC projects to include: Tree planting and care, weed management, livestock care, crop harvesting, etc.
Required Qualifications
- General knowledge of farming systems and associated record keeping
- Experience with record keeping and data analysis
- Experience with general accounting and budgeting
- Familiarity with Google Suite
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds
- Ability to work outside, long hours in challenging conditions
- Commitment to participating in an open and collaborative environment
- Openness to participating in the development and establishment of new systems
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in farm administration and management documentation
- Experience in organic or other food/farming certification processes
- Management of land and building lease agreements and invoicing
If you’re excited about this job, we’re excited to learn about your experience! Please be sure to address each of the following qualifications in your cover letter — paint us a picture of how your unique skills, experiences, and/or education meet or exceed the qualifications. Cover letters should be no longer than 1 typed page.
How To Apply Submit a resume/CV and cover letter to the position on our jobs page: https://www.savannainstitute.org/jobs/
Deadline All applications must be received by 11:59 pm CT on March 18th, 2024.
Questions? Email Kathleen Fitzgibbon, Operations Manager, ka******@sa**************.org.
Diversity Commitment
The Savanna Institute affirms the value of diversity of staff and stakeholders, and aims to foster inclusive environments and equitable outcomes of our work. We seek individuals who are committed to these goals.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.
How to Apply
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