Livestock Farmhand

Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary Livestock Farmhand

Mass Audubon is the largest nature-based conservation organization in New England. Founded in 1896 by two women who fought for the protection of birds, Mass Audubon carries on their legacy by focusing on the greatest challenges facing the environment today: the loss of biodiversity, inequitable access to nature, and climate change. With the help of our 160,000 members and supporters, we protect wildlife, conserve and restore resilient land, advocate for impactful environmental policies, offer nationally recognized education programs for adults and children, and provide endless opportunities to experience the outdoors at our wildlife sanctuaries.

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Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary is seeking a part-time Livestock Farmhand to help care for and manage the livestock operation and support Drumlin Farm's farm-based education programs. In addition, this position assists with planning and executing special projects related to livestock operations and helps direct day-to-day duties of volunteers. This position requires the individual to be flexible with scheduling, including one weekend day and some holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care of livestock including feeding and cleaning
• Help maintain health of livestock including ordering feed, supporting veterinary care, assisting in birthing of livestock, maintaining animal birth and health records
• Assist in the production and/or sale of farm products including eggs, meat, yarn, soap, and sheepskins
• Assist with stocking/organization of supplies and with barn/facilities maintenance including fencing, pens, and livestock equipment
• Support sanctuary ecological management goals by assisting in hay production, manure management, pasture management/rotational grazing, and mobile chicken coops
• Engage with volunteers in stewardship of the farm and promotion of Mass Audubon mission;
  Supervise volunteers during chores when Farm Manager is not present
• Assist in maintaining clear communication with educational staff and assisting with the scheduling of program chores and educational interactions with animals when needed
• Help to communicate and interpret sustainable farming practices in conversations with the public
• Assist with planning and executing special events

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of large animal care experience required, specifically cows, sheep, goats, pigs and chickens
• Capable of operating mechanical equipment such as mowers, tractors, and trucks; valid driver's license required
• Ability to organize and work with volunteers, and to communicate clearly with staff and the public
• Ability to relate to a diverse range of people and exercise cultural competence and inclusion
• Hard working, dependable, and open to learning new skills
• CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to get certification
• Knowledge of basic carpentry skills helpful

Compensation, Benefits and Perks This position's pay range is /hour; actual rate of pay will reflect level of experience and qualifications relative to position requirements. This is a year-round position and earns vacation time as well as receives paid holidays.

Work Schedule This is a year-round position, approximately 9 hours per week on Saturdays.

Other Requirements Employees must successfully complete a CORI and SORI Background Check and a Motor Vehicle Record (if applicable) is required.