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PART-TIME FARMER - accepting applications until 9/29/23 

 

City Farm SLO is seeking a hard-working, passionate, and motivated individual to join our team! This person will work under the direction of the Farm Manager to lead regenerative farming activities alongside our team of interns, volunteers, and youth program participants. 

 

About City Farm SLO

City Farm SLO (CFS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower the next generation to live healthier, more prosperous lives through sustainable agriculture and farm-based education. We work toward this mission by educating SLO County youth with farm-based programming ,enabling small farmers in sustainable crop production, modeling innovative agricultural practices, and engaging a diverse community of people. 

 

Primary Responsibilities 

• Grounds maintenance including mowing and weed whacking. 

• Crop production including no-till bed preparation, seed starting, planting, weed control, trellising, pruning, irrigation management. 

• Harvest & post harvest handling including washing, curing, packing, and transporting. 

• Animal care (sheep and chickens) including feeding, pasture management, egg collection, etc. 

• Seasonal projects including infrastructure builds 

• Ongoing learning and application of regenerative practices 

 

Required Qualifications:

• Access to reliable transportation; hold a valid driver’s license; and ability to pass a background check 

• Knowledge or interest in regenerative farming

• Demonstrated communication skills; attention to detail and quality; dependability and flexibility 

• Strong work ethic, self starter, task-oriented 

• Ability to work outside and perform physical labor in the sun and elements

• A passion for and commitment to City Farm SLO’s mission 

 

Desired Qualifications:

• 6+ months experience working/volunteering/interning on a small-scale farm

• Spanish language skills

• Interest in long-term employment with opportunities for growth within the organization

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Salary and Benefits:

• $18/hour. 10 hours/week. 

• Free organic produce from City Farm SLO

 

To apply, please send a letter of interest telling us about yourself and detailing your motivations and qualifications for this position, along with a resume and two professional references. Please email application materials to info@cityfarmslo.org with “Farmer” in the subject line. 

 

City Farm SLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such we value diversity and actively solicit candidates from all ethnic and racial backgrounds. Our Board adopted policy prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, political affiliation or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status or any other basis prohibited by law.

 

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FARM EDUCATION INTERN - currently accepting applications for Summer 2024

 
Join us in growing the next generation of scientists, sustainable farmers, environmentalists, and change-makers! The Farm Education Intern works under the direction of the Farm Education Coordinator to implement Farm-based education programs. Learn more about our programs at cityfarmslo.org/educate-youth.

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Internship Benefits: 

• Opportunity to take a leadership role in implementing youth educational programs 

• Ongoing instruction and training provided by experienced City Farm Staff 

• Opportunity to connect with our extensive network of partners in this space 

• Flexible schedule and internship duration 

• City Farm SLO is willing to supervise formal internships for course credits and may accommodate specific learning objectives or course requirements at your request 

• City Farm SLO is happy to provide letters of recommendation or other support as you pursue employment 

• Free organic produce 

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Intern Responsibilities: 

• Working under the direction of the Farm Education Coordinator, lead educational activities at City Farm SLO with youth groups

• Take the lead in setting your schedule and actively communicate about your internship learning objectives, goals, and changes to schedule

• Be a self-starter! Efficiently carry out tasks and contribute to our culture of passionate work ethic. 

• Work independently and in groups. Communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, other interns, and youth enrolled in our educational programs. 

• Be flexible in your willingness to take on different tasks. We all wear lots of hats at City Farm SLO, and you can too! You may have an opportunity to participate in farming activities, adult education, special projects, etc. 

• Commit to a regular schedule. Changes and flexibility are always accommodated with notice. 

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Preferred Qualifications: ​

• Availability for most YEP program dates: (Mondays-Thursdays; 6/12, 6/13, 6/14, 6/16, 6,19, 6/20, 6/21, 6/22, 7/10, 7/11, 7/12, 7/13, 7/17, 7/18, 7/19, 7/20, 7/24, 7/25, 7/26, 7/27, 7/31, 8/1, 8/2, 8/3)

• Demonstrated experience working with diverse groups, including youth. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Interest in creating City Farm SLO communications content (social media/website/etc) based on your educational activities

• Commitment to our organization’s mission 

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Internship details: 

• Flexible Schedule  

• Duration: Initial commitment of 3 months preferred - ongoing opportunities available 

• *must be 18 or older 

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Email info@cityfarmslo.org to apply. Please include your resume and a brief description of your experience, learning objectives, and preferred schedule/duration.  
 

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REGENERATIVE FARMING INTERN - currently accepting applications for Summer 2024

 

Are you passionate about sustainability, food systems, and regenerative farming? Join us! 

The Regenerative Farming Intern works on-site at City Farm SLO to support our mission of modeling sustainable agriculture. This person will work under the direction of our Farm Manager, alongside other Interns, Volunteers, Program Participants, and City Farm Staff. 

 

Internship Benefits: 

• Hands-on opportunities to learn innovative agricultural practices including [composting, soil & bed preparation, seed starting, planting, pruning, harvesting, animal care, etc.] 

• Opportunity to connect with our extensive network of partners in this space 

• Flexible schedule and internship duration 

• City Farm SLO is willing to supervise formal internships for course credits and may accommodate specific learning objectives or course requirements at your request 

• City Farm SLO is happy to provide letters of recommendation or other support as you pursue employment 

• Free organic produce 

 

Intern Responsibilities: 

• Take the lead in setting your schedule and actively communicate about your internship learning objectives, goals, and changes to schedule

• Be a self-starter! Working under the Farm Manager, efficiently carry out farming tasks and contribute to our culture of positive, passionate work ethic. 

• Work independently and in groups. Communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, other interns, and youth enrolled in our educational programs. 

• Be flexible in your willingness to take on different tasks. We all wear lots of hats at City Farm SLO, and you can too! You may have an opportunity to participate in educational programs, farmers’ markets, special projects, etc. 

• Commit to a regular schedule. Changes and flexibility are always accommodated with notice. 

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Available to work on Tuesdays and Thursdays 

• Interest in creating City Farm SLO communications content (social media/website/etc) based on your regenerative farming activity 

• Commitment to our organization’s mission 

 

Internship details: 

• Schedule: 8 - 30 hours a week (flexible) 

• Duration: Initial commitment of 3 months preferred - ongoing opportunities available 

• *must be 18 or older 

 

Email info@cityfarmslo.org to apply. Please include your resume and a brief description of your experience, learning objectives, and preferred schedule/duration. 

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BECOME A BOARD MEMBER

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City Farm’s Board of Directors welcomes contact from anyone interested in contributing to the governance of our organization. We are looking for applicants with agricultural, financial, educational, communications, or non-profit management/development experience, but welcome all.

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