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Interested in growing food and cultivating community on a farm in Western Colorado?
We have seasonal positions available in 2025.
Assistant Farm Manager
POSITION TIMELINE: April 1- October 30, 2025
*Flexible start/end dates based on availability
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Highwater Farm is seeking the right person to fill an Assistant Farm Manager (AFM) position. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 1-2 seasons working in vegetable production or similar outdoor work, will be self-motivated, have a strong work ethic, a sense of humor, excellent attention to detail, organization, time management and communication skills. This is an entry-level management position supported by professional development and has potential for upward mobility within the organization, including increased responsibility and financial compensation.
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COMPENSATION: hourly at $22/hour + full CSA share and bi-weekly eggs
TO APPLY: Email your cover letter and resume to becca@highwaterfarm.org
Deadline to apply is February 28, 2025. Contact Becca with questions.
Farm Apprentice
POSITION TIMELINE: April 15- October 15, 2025
*Flexible start/end dates based on availability
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Farm Apprentice position is a seasonal positions starting in April/May 2025. As an apprentice at Highwater Farm, you’ll learn the ins and outs of running a diversified vegetable farm through personalized instruction, hands-on experience, and active education on 3 acres of land. The ideal candidate has an interest in vegetable production, will be self-motivated, have a strong work ethic, a sense of humor, excellent attention to detail, organization, time management and communication skills. No prior farming experience is required.
The Farm Apprentice reports directly to the Farm Manager to assist in all areas of field production and help ensure the farm is operating efficiently.
COMPENSATION: hourly at $18/hour + full CSA share and bi-weekly eggs
TO APPLY: Email your cover letter and resume to becca@highwaterfarm.org
Deadline to apply is February 28, 2025. Contact Becca with questions.
Farm Program Lead
POSITION TIMELINE: April 15- October 15, 2025
*Flexible start/end dates based on availability
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Highwater Farm is seeking the right person to fill a Farm Program Lead position. The ideal candidate has a minimum of one season working in vegetable production or similar outdoor work, will be self-motivated, have a strong work ethic, a sense of humor, excellent attention to detail, organization, time management and communication skills. This position supports both the youth program and farm operation throughout the 2025 season.
COMPENSATION: hourly at $20/hour + full CSA share and bi-weekly eggs
TO APPLY: Email your cover letter and resume to becca@highwaterfarm.org
Deadline to apply is February 28, 2025. Contact Becca with questions.