Employment

We post employment opportunities as they arise and are always happy to hear from hard-working, passionate individuals interested in Sweetland Farm. If you are interested in working with us, please send a resume and letter of interest to sweetlandvt@gmail.com.

Seeking Candidates For the 2027 Season!

Vegetable Production Manager

Full-time, Year-round

Sweetland’s Vegetable Production Manager is the driving force behind our primary farm enterprise; growing high-quality produce on 15 acres of prime, sustainably-farmed soils. If you are an experienced grower with great leadership skills and a desire to work on a dynamic, innovative, diversified farm then this is the position for you! The “Veggie Manager” is responsible for all aspects of planning, growing, and harvesting a season’s worth of vegetables for our 8-month CSA and year-round farm store. As one of the core management team, the Vegetable Production Manager collaborates with the Head Farmer, Equipment Operators, and Farm Store Manager to plan and prioritize tasks, trouble-shoot problems, delegate responsibilities, and discuss big-picture planning. Every day at Sweetland is fast-paced and action-packed, and the Production Manager leads the charge. Whether they are planning the crop rotation for the coming season, training and leading a harvest crew, assessing crops on a weekly field walk, or researching improved production methods, the Veggie Manager draws on their experience and skills in the field of production farming.

Position Responsibilities

  • Planning
    • Conduct Weekly Field walks throughout the growing season to assess crop health and maturity, plan upcoming harvests and field work, and identify problems.
    • Collaborate with Head Farmer to prioritize and delegate tasks throughout each week.
    • Utilize farm management software to plan successional plantings for 100+ market crops to meet the needs of CSA and farm stand customers. 
    • Design crop rotation and plan intra- and inter-season cover cropping to maximize soil health and fertility, reduce weed and pest pressure, and efficiently utilize land base.
    • Research new techniques to continuosly improve future growing practices.
  • Training & Leadership
    • Train & Lead team of 4-5 field crew in daily operations of planting, cultivating, harvest, and general field work.
    • Train & manage Wash-Pack Lead, CSA Coordinator, & CSA Delivery Driver
    • Clearly communicate expectations for work pace, attention to detail, product quality, and teamwork to crew.
    • Set the tone for a high-energy, fun, efficient workplace. Develop and maintain positive rapport with all farm team members.
  • Communication
    • Serve as point of contact for vegetable operations when interfacing with other managers.
    • Meet weekly with Head Farmer to discuss field walk notes and plan upcoming work.
    • Provide weekly produce availability updates to farm stand manager.
    • Update weekly online CSA ordering platform.
    • Communicate field preparation and mechanical cultivation needs to Equipment Operators.
    • Collaborate with other enterprise managers to coordinate shared use of Field Crew time.
  • Field Work Management
    • Train, coordinate, oversee, and manage all vegetable-related field work, including:
      • Greenhouse seeding
      • Field seeding & transplanting
      • Irrigation
      • Hand- and mechanical-cultivation
      • Pest management
      • Harvest
      • Wash-pack
      • Soil health & fertility

Position Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years experience managing diversified vegetable production. Advanced knowledge and understanding of production techniques.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and crew management skills.
  • Ability to learn and use farm planning and record keeping software such as Google Sheets, Tend, and Local Line.
  • Ability to work independently and with a team.
  • High level of attention to detail.
  • Stamina to work long hours outdoors in all weather and carry up to 50 pounds. Strong work ethic. Willingness to work extended hours during peak season.
  • Strong desire to build, use, and improve farm systems that enhance work efficiency and production quality.

Schedule & Benefits

This is a full-time, year round, salaried position. While we are hiring for a single season, we hope to find someone who settles into the role, puts down roots, and farms with us for many years to come! We work alongside our farm team and strive to create a cooperatively minded, fair, and positive workplace. Farming is a lifestyle, as much as it is a job. In addition to doing work you can be proud of, we offer:

  • 1 month paid training and overlap with outgoing manager March 2027
  • Full time April 1, 2027-March 31, 2028. Roughly 45-50 hours per week May through October, 30-40 hours per week November through April.
  • $25,000-35,000/year, DOE
  • High-quality, private on farm housing included
  • 3 weeks paid vacation
  • Free CSA share & 28% farm store discount

To apply

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and at least 2 work references to sweetlandvt@gmail.com. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. 

On-Farm CSA Coordinator

Position filled

Our CSA Coordinator is responsible for putting the shine and personal touch on Sweetland’s sustainably grown produce. In this position, your focus is on the customer and your role is to foster a relationship between Sweetland and our members – you are the face of the farm. This position creates an intimacy and connection with our customers that keeps them happy, satisfied, and engaged with our mission and our products. This is achieved by keeping our CSA pickup line well stocked and tidy, welcoming members in a meaningful, professional manner, and chatting with them about our practices and wares. 

This position is supported by ample hands-on training, detailed SOPs, and close collaboration with farm owners and managers. The ideal candidate will be outgoing, passionate about local agriculture, detail-oriented, and excited to showcase Sweetland in our best light.

Position Responsibilities

This position reports to the Vegetable Production Manager for CSA setup responsibilities and the Farm Store Manager for customer service responsibilities.

  • Set up, restock, and staff on-farm CSA pickup. Keep buffet-style CSA display looking full, fresh, & cheerful. 
  • Interact positively with customers; assist them with finding goods and navigating CSA pickup, share recipe ideas and farm updates, make them feel known and welcome, develop and maintain relationships.
  • Maintain patient, welcoming, educational demeanor while answering questions about farm practices, philosophies, and events.
  • Update CSA members about available crops in Pick-Your-Own gardens & educate customers in proper picking techniques
  • Pack pre-ordered CSA boxes for delivery and after-hours pickup
  • Inventory, break down, and clean up from on-farm CSA pickups
  • Minor assistance in farm store as needed, including restocking, pricing, tastings, etc

Position Expectations

    • A strong and efficient work style; work and transition between tasks quickly 
    • Stamina to work full days and lift/carry up to 50 lb
    •  Attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of outcome (well-stocked displays, clear signage, tidy work areas, etc)
    • Arrive at work on time and ready to work
    • Ability to work independently and with a team
    • Ability to take direction, ask for clarity, and accept feedback on performance
    • An interest in implementing and improving farm systems

Schedule & Compensation

  • 2 days/week (Tuesdays & Fridays) 12-7pm.
  • This position runs for the duration of our 24 week CSA, mid-May through October.
  • $19/hour plus Half Pint CSA share

 

To Apply

Submit a letter of interest, resume, and two professional references to sweetlandvt@gmail.com. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Working at Sweetland

Sweetland Farm is a diversified family farm in Norwich, Vermont. Started in 2012 on conserved prime agricultural soils on the banks of the Ompompanoosuc River, Sweetland currently crops 15+ acres of sustainably grown vegetables, which supply a 400-member CSA and bustling road-side farm stand. The rest of the 200 acres of farmland consists of actively managed hay fields, pastures for livestock, a fruit tree orchard, and productive woodland. In the course of the next few years on the land we will be growing our vegetable CSA and farm stand business, bringing new land into production, expanding our hay-making capacity, and increasing our pastured meat production. We are also committed to reducing our carbon emissions by 90% over the next several years. Sweetland Farm is known for its high quality and bountiful vegetable CSA, healthy animals, thoughtful care of the land, and commitment to creating meaningful agrarian experiences for customers and employees alike. We aim to create a stimulating, interesting, and upbeat workplace for our farm team.