New-York, NY Remote (City) USD 50,000 / year

MicroHabitat is hiring a Chief Urban Farmer - New-York

Requirements

  • College or university degree in agriculture, urban agriculture, horticulture, environmental sciences, sustainable development, or customer service.
  • Experience or studies in agriculture, horticulture, urban farming, or sustainable development.
  • Theoretical and practical knowledge in agriculture or customer service.
  • Experience in mobilization and workshop facilitation.
  • Familiarity with tools like smartphones, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and video conferencing platforms (Zoom, Google Meet, etc.).
  • Strong written and verbal skills in English.
  • Valid driver’s license with two years of driving experience.
  • Functional smartphone.

Nice to Have

  • Strong mobilization skills.
  • Participative leadership.
  • Vision and passion for urban agriculture and sustainability.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Autonomy, versatility, and resourcefulness.
  • Strong initiative and organizational skills.
  • Ability to simplify and share knowledge.
  • Patience, empathy, and generosity.
  • Group facilitation and management skills.

Benefits

  • A fulfilling job where you can grow in unique spaces and enjoy the summer.
  • Competitive salary and paid vacation from the start.
  • Free coffee and tea in a workplace focused on employee well-being.
  • A team-oriented environment encouraging initiative and leadership.
  • Social events like happy hours, BBQs, bagels, and morning coffee throughout the year.
  • Fun team activities—because MicroHabitat is a big family!
  • Work alongside passionate colleagues.

Work Arrangement

Remote (City/Region)

Additional Information

  • Start Date: To be determined.
  • Full-Time Position.
  • Work hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. in high season and 9 a.m.–5 p.m. in low season (with a 60-minute lunch break).
  • Possibility of overtime in high season (unpaid).
  • Language: English, French.
  • Salary: $50,000/year.
  • Bonus: $1,000 for retaining 90% of clients in your region from one season to the next.
  • Company phone after three months.
  • Health insurance option after three months.
Required Skills
Microsoft OfficeGoogle Suite
About company
MicroHabitat

We transform underutilized urban spaces into revenue-generating, impact-creating ecosystems that deliver bottom-line results. As the world's largest urban farming network, we specialize in turning rooftops and vacant urban areas into productive farms.

  • Deliver measurable sustainability metrics for LEED, BOMA, WELL, and FITWEL certifications
  • Donate thousands of pounds of fresh produce to local food banks
  • Engage communities and enhance tenant or employee wellness

Our services include garden care, educational activities, and local harvest distribution, providing a comprehensive solution for urban agriculture.

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Job Details
Department Farming
Category other
Posted a year ago