POSITION TITLE: Antioch Farm Helper (Seasonal)

DEPARTMENT: Antioch Farm

REPORTS TO: Farm Manager 

DIRECT REPORTS: None

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Antioch College seeks a season/temporary Farm helper who can assist with daily farm functions and can work both independently and as part of a team. This position is generously supported by a donor for the summer of 2024.

ABOUT THE ANTIOCH COLLEGE FARM:

The Antioch Farm is a small, diversified, ecological farm located on the Antioch College Campus. The Farm is approximately 9 acres and includes a solar array, food forests, compost area, annual growing area and hoop house. Most farm labor is concentrated in the annual garden area, which produces the bulk of the food from the Farm that is harvested for the Kitchens on campus. Antioch Farm staff are responsible for maintaining and operating this working farm as a learning resource, as well as a visually vibrant commitment to sustainability for the College.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Assist in daily farm functions:
  • Watering
  • Weeding 
  • Harvesting 
  • Washing produce
  • Planting

REQUIRED SKILLS: 

• Able to follow instructions
• Communicates effectively
• Willing to work as part of a team
• Ability to withstand prolonged exposure to variable weather conditions
• Ability to work independently and well with others

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Permaculture Certification preferred
• Experience working on a farm or garden

PHYSICAL CONSIDERATIONS: 

• Ability to safely lift feed and water buckets – up to 40 pounds
• Ability to safely bend, lift, carry, reach, and squat while carrying out responsibilities
• Ability to move around safely on uneven, wet, or slippery ground
• Ability to perform the responsibilities of the position during all weather

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS 

Position is mainly outdoors on farm land with temperature variations from below zero with wind chill to 90 degrees Fahrenheit with humidity.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: 

The person holding this position is considered a “General Mandated Reporter” under Title IX and is required to comply with the requirements set forth as a condition of employment. 

BENEFITS: 

Due to the seasonal nature of this position, the position is not eligible for full-time employment or benefits. 

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Application materials for this position will be accepted until an appointment is made or the position is canceled. 

To apply, send an email to hr@antiochcollege.edu. Include the position title in the subject line and submit in one attachment in Word or PDF format a resume detailing your work history, relevant experience, and education. 

Your application will not be reviewed unless all application materials are received.

Electronic applications are preferred. Alternatively, you may send the same information by US mail:

Office of Human ResourcesAntioch CollegeOne Morgan PlaceYellow Springs, OH 45387

Antioch College is an equal opportunity employer; the College offers employment, advancement opportunities and benefits in a harassment-free environment on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competency to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, handicap, sexual orientation or covered veteran status. Candidates who can contribute to Antioch’s commitment to diversity and its evolving multilingual culture are encouraged to apply.