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Thursday, February 2, 2012

Job Posting: HEAD FARM MANAGER, MOHAVE COUNTY, Kingman, Arizona, USA


DESCRIPTION:  Head Farm Manager will provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership for a unique desert farming operation. The position requires the ability to manage a diverse, high-quality irrigated vegetable farming operation from start-up through post-harvest. Business expansion to include large and small livestock operation, orchard, vineyard and other high-value crops suitable for the middle desert environment. Applicant must have an appreciation for organic and sustainable food production. The Head Farm Manager will be responsible to coordinate with livestock range manager and corporate office of absentee owner. The ultimate farm operation to include 38,000 acres.


QUALIFICATIONS: 

·         5 Years management experience in farm operations in arid or desert environments
·         Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Ag-related field
·         Farm fiscal and budgetary experience using appropriate computer software
·         Hands-on experience in food production under arid or desert environments
·         Experience in compost operations and recycling, sequential planting and harvest, water efficient irrigation practices, postharvest handling of food products and business management
·         Must be willing to live in northwest Arizona
·         Experience in start-up operations a plus


SKILLS:

·         Outstanding start-up skills and self-motivation
·         Extremely well organized and multi-functional
·         Strong business acumen and computer skills
·         Strong Interpersonal skills that further the interests of the organization
·         Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Ability to communicate at all levels
·         Strong business knowledge with the ability to support and achieve the financial objectives of the organization
·         Self-Starter with ability to develop goals and initiatives and deliver on measured targets of performance

Resume and cover letter should be emailed to: recruiting@harmonyhomes.com
I can help with inquiries. Extremehort@aol.com

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