Farm Supervisor
hace 5 días
Freeville
Job Description FARM SUPERVISOR MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • AAS or equivalent (copy required upon hire), • 3-5 years of experience in building and facilities maintenance, • Physical (required within 1 month of hire), • Valid NYS Driver’s License (copy required upon hire), • Ability to work with a diverse population presenting a variety of cultural, socioeconomic, developmental, and sexual identities. Must have the ability and willingness to establish and foster healthy and supportive relationships that acknowledge individual identities and encourage personal growth. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • BS Degree in a related field, • 2-5 years of experience in farming, horticulture, and agriculture, • 3 years of supervisory experience REQUIREMENTS: • Must successfully complete all required background checks: § NYS Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR) § Multi-State Sex Offender Registry (SOR) § NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) fingerprinting § NYS Justice Center Staff Exclusion List (SEL) § NYS OMIG Medicaid Exclusion List § Out-of-state child abuse register inquiry of any state in which the person resided within the last five years (if applicable) § NYS License Event Notification Service (LENS) § Office of Inspector General (OIG) • Must successfully complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) HOURS • Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, • Alternative schedule as needed SALARY $30.00/hour PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Be able to handle all the physical responsibilities of the position, which include but are not limited to lifting, moving, and prolonged periods of standing, • Must be able to complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Training OBJECTIVES OF POSITION Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Facilities and Grounds Supervisor, the objective of the farm supervisor position is to effectively manage all farm operations, including overseeing staff, ensuring productivity and efficiency, implementing sustainable practices, and meeting production goals. The farm supervisor is responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating activities to ensure the success and profitability of the farm. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE • Extensive knowledge of crop production, livestock, and agricultural machinery., • Understanding of soil health, irrigation systems, and pest control methods, • Familiarity with budgeting, financial planning, and record-keeping., • Ability to oversee day-to-day operations and make strategic decisions for the farm., • Experience in managing a team of agricultural workers and ensuring their training and development., • Knowledge of sustainability practices and environmental regulations in agriculture., • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing conditions in the agricultural industry. MUST HAVE THE ABILITY TO • Analyze problems and offer alternative solutions., • Demonstrated leadership and management skills, • Ability to operate different types of machinery, tools, and equipment, • Ability to read and interpret plans and technical manuals, • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing., • Interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures., • Work independently and meet schedules and timelines., • Direct the maintenance of a variety of reports and files related to assigned activities., • Interpret plans and specifications, • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others., • Understand other NYS Agriculture code issues and work with the dept. of agriculture DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Trade Specific: • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the farm, including planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops, • Manage greenhouse operations, including monitoring environmental conditions and implementing pest control measures., • Develop and implement crop production plans to ensure maximum yield and quality., • Oversee and perform fieldwork., • Supervise farm workers and vocational students and guide proper planting and harvesting techniques, • Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed., • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best agricultural practices, • Manage operations of all new and existing apple orchards., • Care and management of Greenhouse (all seasons); prune, move, and handle general plant care, • Grow plants for the Agency buildings and grounds; care for and maintain tools, supplies, and equipment entrusted to the horticulture program; stress safety and economical use of equipment and supplies., • Maintain nursery stock – this includes watering, moving stock around the yard, maintaining the nursery stock, and other duties as assigned, • Continuously improve shop operations through process improvement initiatives, • Provide leadership and guidance to farm employees, fostering a positive and productive work environment, • Provide regular reports on farm operations and performance. Vocational Instructor: • Upon hiring into the program, assess the youth’s interests and knowledge of the Vocational Program specific to your trade area, • Instructs youth in a skilled trade to prepare them for employment upon discharge, • Plan and conduct on-the-job training activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides youth with opportunities to observe, question, and participate in, • Instruct youth in the proper and safe care of work areas and all applicable equipment; stress safety at all times, • Be prepared and in a position to begin work following the Vocational Program time schedules; ensure that assigned youth are properly supervised at all times and maintain attendance and work schedule records, • Enforce established dress, conduct, and behavior codes appropriate to the Vocational Program area, • Communicate and document significant behaviors or incidents on behalf of youth., • Maintain all trade-related, Vocational Program, and youth records and paperwork in a timely, organized way, • Assess the residents' interests and knowledge of the groundskeeper’s program., • Instruct, supervise, and work with residents in the groundkeeper’s program. Responsible for adhering to and performing all duties following all rules, regulations, policies, and safety standards of The William George Agency and the New York State Office of Children and Family Services, while upholding our mission, vision, and values. DEPARTMENT: Facilities SUPERVISED BY: Assistant Director of Facilities DIRECT REPORT(S): N/A About The William George Agency for Children’s Services The William George Agency for Children’s Services is located on a 650-acre campus nine miles northeast of Ithaca, in the Finger Lakes Region of New York State. It is a private not-for-profit residential treatment center licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) that serves both male and female youth between the ages of 12 and 21, and their families, who present with significant mental health issues, behavioral difficulties, and substance abuse issues. Our programs offer an array of treatment modalities specifically designed to meet the needs of our youth. The William George Agency for Children’s Services is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The intent of this job description is to provide, in broad terms, the general functions and responsibilities of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific job duties and responsibilities for any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Outstanding Benefits Package Working at The William George Agency for Children’s Services comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also offer generous paid time off in an effort to support your work-life balance.
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