Director of Agriculture
Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center
225 Pavillion Road
East Thetford, VT 05043
United States
Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center seeks a mission-driven and experienced farmer to lead our nonprofit organic vegetable, berry, and flower farming operations. We are looking for a leader who combines deep practical expertise in certified organic vegetable production with strong organizational and people management skills and a passion for regenerative agriculture.
The Director of Agriculture (DoA) provides strategic oversight and leadership to a team of three departmental managers, helping ensure that agricultural goals are clearly defined, well coordinated, aligned with Cedar Circle's mission, and effectively executed. The DoA serves as a senior source of agricultural expertise for the production team, providing guidance and mentorship grounded in extensive practical farming experience while supporting managers in their areas of responsibility. This position also plays a central role in communicating Cedar Circle's agricultural practices and advancing innovative, climate-resilient approaches to farming.
The successful candidate will bring firsthand experience managing the complexities of mid-sized (15-30+ acre) certified organic vegetable production-from crop planning and field operations to harvest, labor management, and producing high-quality crops for market. While experience in other agricultural sectors and in research settings is valuable, it does not substitute for the required experience in commercial certified organic vegetable production.
Salary range of $75K-$85K.
Benefits include: health insurance (premium 100% employer paid, 50% paid for minor dependents); paid personal, sick, and parental leave; a 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer safe harbor match; short-term disability insurance (100% employer paid), 20% discount at our farmstand and café; 50% off summer and vacation camps for dependents; and access to an employee assistance program.
2-Bedroom onsite housing may be available.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references through our online employment application.