Farm & Food Business Resources Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The Center for an Agricultural Economy seeks a Farm and Food Business Resources program manager to join our Business Resources team at CAE providing comprehensive support to farms and food businesses at all stages of development. Our work includes business advising, assistance with business/farm development projects, support for producers using our incubator kitchens, and guidance on topics such as cash flow management, hiring, capital project planning, food safety, inventory management, strategic decision making, and succession planning.

Success in this role requires the ability to provide practical, constructive feedback and context-specific guidance to farms who are evaluating and navigating a range of opportunities and challenges specific to their business. The ideal candidate will demonstrate empathy, a willingness to learn through professional development opportunities, have strong listening skills, be skilled in building trust with clients in diverse circumstances, and the ability to adapt to the needs of the client.

This position will be part of a statewide network of advisors through an existing partnership with the Vermont Farm and Forest Viability Program.

Position:

Farm & Food Business Resources Manager

Reports to:

Executive Director

Schedule:

40 hours/week. Hybrid work arrangements considered (2-4 days in the office preferred).

Travel required:

regular travel to farms, partner events and food production sites.

Compensation: $65,000 to $70,000, depending on relevant experience, 40 hours/week, full time, exempt

Benefits:
Health insurance, Health savings account, Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance, Paid Time Off, SIMPLE IRA, phone stipend, professional development