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Farm and Facilities Manager

Company:  Massachusetts Audubon Society/Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary

Location:  Lincoln, Massachusetts

Website:  Unspecified

Areas of Responsibility:

As a member of the Drumlin Farm management team, work closely with the Director and senior staff on overall Sanctuary management. Manage the Sanctuary’s crop and livestock farming operations for educational purposes and the production of farm products. Oversee the maintenance of all buildings and grounds on this 230-acre property with over ten structures, including barns, program buildings and offices. Take a leadership role in the planning process for Drumlin Farm’s current $6 million capital campaign with a focus on facility and site safety improvements, and green design for the renovation of existing structures and creation of new buildings. 

Supervise a staff team of five full-time individuals, and numerous part-time staff, interns and volunteers. Manage an annual budget of approximately $500,000, and work closely with the management team to integrate farm revenues and expenses into a balanced Sanctuary budget of $1.7 million. Work jointly with staff on the ecological management priorities, with particular responsibility for promoting sustainable agriculture, while also protecting wildlife habitat. Take a lead role in site safety management and emergency response. Requires a bachelor’s degree in farm administration, ecological management, or related field, and at least five years experience in farming  facility maintenance, and management. Masters degree preferred. 

The successful candidate will be exceptionally well-organized, highly motivated, with excellent communication skills. 

To apply: 

To apply, send a cover letter and resume to Claudia Thompson, Director, Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary, 208 South Great Road, Lincoln, MA 01773.