About the Role
The Assistant Farm Manager is primarily responsible for helping to execute the day-to-day operations on the farm. This role will work closely with the Farm Manager to prioritize and coordinate necessary work across all production systems—including orchards, silvopasture, livestock, market gardens (produce, flowers and herbs) and perennial garden systems—and work closely with the farm crew to ensure a high quality of execution. This role combines hands-on farming with crew leadership, planning and coordination.
We are open to shaping this role to fit the skillset of the right candidate. The primary goal is to support and complement the existing Farm Manager to build a stronger and more resilient management team to better meet the needs of all production areas on the farm.
Compensation & Benefits
Starting rate: $26-32 hourly
Paid vacation days (number of days increases with length of service)
10 paid federal holidays
5 NY State paid sick days
Employee-sponsored health insurance with $250/month AOOA contribution
Non-matching 401(k)
Open season (April–November): 5 day/week schedule including minimum one weekend day, with extended hours as needed based on weather and workload
Off-season (November–March): Highly flexible schedule
Hours: Winter ~ hours/week 35-40, Spring–Fall ~45-50 hours/week
Ideal start date November 2026
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Farm Leadership & Operations
Lead farm team in day-to-day activities
Support farm crew in ongoing training and maintain high quality of work
Work with the Farm Manager to effectively prioritize work lists across all production areas
Work with all members of the farm team to work towards increased efficiency and process improvement
Work with the farm manager to develop farm plans including crop planning, grazing rotations, orchard plantings and garden maintenance
Oversee planting, cultivation, irrigation, fertility, pruning, trellising, holistic pest and disease management, harvesting, and propagation
Assist in managing rotational grazing, general care and health monitoring for sheep and poultry
Assist in maintaining accurate records
Infrastructure, Equipment & Land Stewardship
Maintain farm facilities, grounds, and equipment (tractors, tillage tools, irrigation, greenhouses, tunnels…)
Identify infrastructure needs and collaborate with staff on implementation
Ensure farm safety, functionality, and welcoming appearance for team and the public
Education, Community & Outreach
Assist in managing interns and volunteers; create clear tasks and safe workflows
Opportunities to lead workshops and volunteer programs based on interest and skill set
Support educational programming and community events
Big Picture
Strengthen our management team to better steward and develop regenerative and sustainable growing practices across the farm
Support the farm team in meeting production goals for high quality farm products
Foster a culture of safety, learning, empowerment, and continuous improvement
Additional Notes
Housing is not provided
Farm is not easily accessible by public transit
Required Qualifications
Required Experience & Skills
Minimum 5 years of sustainable/holistic production farming experience
Strong background in market gardening and/or rotational livestock grazing
Orchard experience a plus
Proven 2+ years management and leadership experience
Experience balancing physical farm work with planning and crew management
Community-building and educational programming experience a plus
Strong understanding of soil health, silvopasture principles and organic, low-till growing practices
Comfortable troubleshooting irrigation, equipment, and farm infrastructure
Experience and comfort operating farm machinery including as tractor, walk-behind tractor, weed wacker and mowers
Personal Qualities
Skilled farmer
Skilled and experienced leader guided by fairness and integrity
Excellent communicator and team builder
Highly organized with strong record-keeping and computer skills
Positive, solutions-oriented, and dependable
Passionate about regenerative agriculture, education, and community
Comfortable working early mornings, evenings, and weekends
Intention to work a minimum of three full seasons, looking for a long-term career with us
Equal Opportunity Employer
AOOA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of employment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment for all employees.
To Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and interest in the role to Enya, AOOA Farm Manager, at enya@alloneoneall.com.