Program Assistant - Organic Farm

Overview

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Posting date 01/27/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number 1012124

Position Title Program Assistant - Organic Farm

Hiring Range Minimum $50,000

Hiring Range Maximum $77,900

Union Type Not a Union Position

SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status Exempt

Employment Category Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Location of Position Hanover NH 03755

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months. 12

Is this a grant funded position? No

Supports daily operations and programs at the Dartmouth Organic Farm. Leads organic vegetable and flower production in fields and greenhouses; coordinates harvest, delivery, and customer needs; trains and works alongside student interns and volunteers; and maintains the site’s landscape, equipment, and infrastructure. Contributes to maple sugaring, beekeeping, and orchard care. Works with Assistant Director for Experiential Education to develop and deliver educational, recreational, and community programming aligned with the Sustainability Office mission, including class engagement, orientation trips, events, and research use.

Manages space rentals and event logistics (reservations, communications, setup, invoicing). Provides support for Sustainability Office communications, student programming, events, and administrative duties; contributes to Sustainability program development and strategic planning.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies or a related field.
• Food and agriculture experience, including organic vegetable production and harvest.
• Knowledge of farm implements and machinery; willingness to troubleshoot.
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and people in a fast-paced, innovative team.
• Experience training and orienting volunteers at varied skill levels.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license; eligible to be a Dartmouth Approved Driver.
• Knowledge of basic first aid.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.

• Knowledge of Dartmouth Sustainability Office student programs, initiatives, and events.
• Experience implementing sustainability, campus initiatives, and/or environmental projects.

Department Contact Phone Number Celia.

G.Johnson

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Rosi Kerr, Director of Sustainability

Department Contact's Phone Number Rosi.

Kerr

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Yes

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.
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• Plan and execute organic vegetable and cut-flower production (seeding, transplanting, irrigation, pest management, harvest, delivery).
• Hire, train, schedule, and lead student employees and volunteers; advise the student farm club.
• Maintain grounds, equipment, and facilities; perform basic repairs.
• Support maple sugaring, beekeeping, and orchard maintenance.

• Serve as primary contact for farm space use by students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
• Manage event…