Milk and Honey Assistant Farmer; Seasonal

Description

Do you have a passion for sustainability, organic-farming, and environmental issues? Are you inspired to create positive change in our local community and environment? Do you enjoy working outside in a collaborative and supportive environment for a values-driven organization that cares deeply for its employees? If so, Milk and Honey Farm at the Boulder JCC might be the place for you!

Our dynamic and community-centered organization is looking for an energetic, conscientious, and resourceful Farm Assistant to join our team for the summer season (March through October). The Milk and Honey Farm is a 2+ acre educational, sustainable farm located at the Boulder JCC. The farm brings community members together for experiential programs and activities grounded in Jewish heritage, tradition, and values and provides a place for individuals to connect on the simplest level with soil, plants, animals, and people.

This position will also include access to fresh produce throughout the season.

• Assist with general up-keep and maintenance of Farm spaces (Greenhouse, Orchard, Donation field, Educational garden, Food Forest, Compost, etc.)
• Mowing/string trimming
• Fence Management
• Morning chores
• Irrigation up-keep
• Hand weeding and weeding with hoes
• Vegetable planting and up-keep
• Compost collection, tracking, and turning
• General cleanliness and organization of farm spaces
• Assist with animal care of the goats, chickens, and fish
• Cleaning
• Feeding
• Supervise community volunteer times as necessary
• Lead work projects for volunteers
• Train volunteers in good farming practices
• Assist with farm programs and field trips as needed. This may include set up, clean up, and leading activities.

This is a part-time non-exempt hourly position with a salary range of $/hour commensurate with experience. This is an average 20-hour per week position that runs from March through October. The benefits for seasonal staff currently include a 403b retirement plan with generous company match and paid sick leave. This position will also include access to fresh produce throughout the season.

Applications are accepted online here. Once you submit your application, a member of our hiring team will be in touch if we would like to schedule an interview. An offer of employment in this position will be contingent on the successful completion of a background check. The anticipated closing date for this posting is 4/1/2026.

We look forward to hearing from you!

• 2-4 seasons working on a garden and/or farm
• Enjoys working independently, staying focused, and problem solving
• Team player – works well with the farm team for the good of our mission. Works well with volunteers and community members
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Demonstrated ability to work in the heat, sun, cold, rain, and all weather conditions
• Has the ability to think and act creatively, be flexible, demonstrate pride of work, and is caring about the community they serve

The Boulder JCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. You are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Boulder JCC’s mission is to provide programs and services based in Jewish values and traditions in a place where people of all ages and backgrounds gather to connect, exchange ideas, learn, and grow. The Boulder JCC is recognized for its innovative approaches to community engagement with the next generation and families through meaningful experiences and philanthropy.