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Posted: Thu, April 16, 2026

Northeast, PA job

Email: hiring@evandalefarm.com

Location: Evandale Farm, Northeast, Pennsylvania
Position Type: Full-Time

About Evandale Farm
Evandale Farm is a family-owned agricultural and cultural project rooted in a commitment to land stewardship, responsible food production, and community connection.
Today, Evandale Farm is home to a small cow-calf operation and is being developed as a diversified working farm grounded in regenerative agricultural practices and thoughtful care for the land contributing to the health of the region.
Surrounded by forests, waterways, and natural ecosystems, the health of the soil, animals, and surrounding environment is a core priority. The farm’s long-term vision extends beyond agriculture alone. Evandale is intended to be a place where farming, creativity, education, and community can intersect.
Through responsible food production, educational opportunities, and community gatherings, the farm aims to strengthen connections between people, land, and local food systems.

Position Summary
Evandale Farm is seeking a Livestock Enterprise & Farm Manager to join our growing team as a core staff member and long-term contributor to the farm’s development.
The ideal candidate will bring deep experience with grass-based livestock management, a strong commitment to responsible land stewardship, and an interest in helping develop the broader vision of a diversified farm over time.
This role will initially focus on managing and growing the farm’s beef cattle operation, stewarding pasture and soil health, and maintaining farm infrastructure. As the farm grows and diversifies, the ideal Farm Manager will also help oversee the expansion of the livestock program as well as additional enterprises and staff, including future fruit and vegetable production teams.
This is an opportunity for someone who is passionate about regenerative agriculture and excited to help build a thoughtful, diversified farm operation over the long term.

Key Responsibilities

• Livestock Management
  • Oversee and manage the farm’s grass-fed Angus cattle operation
  • Implement and maintain rotational grazing systems
  • Monitor herd health, feeding systems, and animal welfare
  • Manage breeding, calving, and herd growth planning
• Land & Pasture Stewardship
  • Manage pasture systems to promote long-term soil health
  • Monitor forage conditions and adjust grazing strategies accordingly
  • Support regenerative agricultural practices that improve ecosystem health
• Farm Infrastructure & Equipment
  • Maintain fencing systems, water systems, gates, and pasture infrastructure
  • Oversee farm equipment use and maintenance
  • Operate tractors and assist with light excavation when necessary
  • Troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform general farm repairs
• Farm Operations & Coordination
  • Support planning and development of additional farm enterprises
  • Coordinate with staff, interns, and volunteers
  • Assist in hiring and supervising future enterprise managers
  • Maintain operational organization and farm records
• Leadership & Community Engagement
  • Help cultivate a collaborative and educational farm environment
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to farm staff and trainees
  • Support community engagement through farm events and educational programming

Skills & Qualifications

• 4+ years experience managing grass-fed cattle (required)
• Previous farm management experience strongly preferred
• Experience supervising farm staff, interns, or volunteers
• Strong interest in helping develop a diversified multi-enterprise farm
• Leadership and teaching experience in an agricultural setting preferred
• Strong customer service and community engagement skills preferred
• Technical Skills
  • Excellent working knowledge of soil health, pasture management, and fencing systems
  • Experience with high tunnel production or season extension preferred
  • Tractor operation experience requires
  • Light excavator operation experience preferred
  • On-farm mechanical experience and troubleshooting ability required
• Administrative Skills
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and solve problems in the field
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Workspace
• Physical Requirements
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in a variety of weather conditions
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Work Environment
This role requires working outdoors in a wide range of environmental conditions and maintaining a flexible schedule as needed during peak farm seasons. Weekend work may be required.

Why Join Evandale Farm
Evandale Farm is a long-term vision to build a place where responsible agriculture, ecological stewardship, and community life come together. The Farm Manager will play a central role in shaping that vision and helping build a thriving farm enterprise that supports the health of both the land and the surrounding community.
Salary is competitive and dependent on experience.
Availability of on-site farmer housing as part of the compensation package.

How to apply: Please submit a brief cover letter and your resume to hiring@evandalefarm.com

Equal Opportunity Statement:
Evandale Farm is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.