Farm Manager

Who we are:
Tabula Rasa Farms is a 440 acre, diversified, regenerative farm that sits amongst the foothills of Oregon's Coast Range, 4 miles west of Carlton, OR. We have an integrated livestock and garden operation where we raise grass-fed/grass-finished cattle, forested and pasture-raised heritage breed hogs, laying hens, and turkeys. Our 3 acre market garden runs a 4-season program growing 140 varieties of vegtables and fruits supporting local restaurants and a CSA program.
Tabula Rasa Farms is part of the ecosystem of The Ground which is based in the beautiful Willamette Valley. The Ground is a business that connects farm, food, and people through hospitality.
Who we are looking for:
A self-driven, creative agriculture professional that is passionate about regenerative agriculture and is well versed in at least two of the following subjects: rotational grazing, animal handling, soil building principles, permaculture, forestry, silviculture. You are detail-oriented, organized, enjoy working hard, and enjoy being part of a team. You are someone that has the urge to be part of something that is larger than yourself, and you are always looking for growth.
Requirements
Roles and Responsibilities:
Implement & manage all daily livestock & farm operations maximizing efficient use of labor, feed, equipment and time:
Establish budgets and timelines

• Scheduling and coordinating farm team
• Implementing chore SOPs per season
• Researching & purchasing of Feed grains, hay, supplements, equipment & other supplies.
• Identifying and sorting through priorities in a complex and evolving work environment, able to react to shifting priorities due to weather, grazing conditions, staffing, vet calls, etc.
• Develop and maintain accurate farm records including: livestock herd, feed, supplements, vet health records, all supplier resources.
• Develop and maintain soil and pasture metrics, along w/forested lands
• Identify and develop synergies among the larger organization & community particularly compost and food waste systems that benefit the land and animals
• Maintain the cleanliness, organization and appearance of farm facilities and machinery

Livestock and Pasture Management responsibilities:
Work to develop and implement all farm activities :

• Rotational grazing schedules for all enterprises
• Day to day animal health & well being: feeding systems, water systems, shelter protocols.
• Maintain and repair all Livestock feed, shade, and watering systems
• Maintain orderly livestock facility operations Ie: barns, shop, supplies, & yards
• Cattle operations including but not limited to calving, tagging, breeding, weaning, pasture moves, permanent fence and corral maintenance, doctoring, low stress handling of all livestock.
• Develop appropriate livestock feeding protocols and forecasting of animal feed consumption.
• Keep accurate records of harvested hay, feed consumption and supplements fed for cost analysis
• When applicable, participate in feedstuff production, irrigating, raking, baling, of both irrigated and dryland hay.
• Direct & Work with farm team in seeding and irrigating of grasses or other planted crops.
• Operate and maintain both manual tools and farm equipment to clean pens and manure in conjunction with the making of compost and applying to fields.
• Train and supervise other employees

Equipment & Safety

• Coordination with both Farm & Maintenance Team to facilitate repairs and daily upkeep of equipment
• Plan, execute, and perform safety meetings for all livestock operations employees on a regular basis.
• Work to align team on safe and proper operation of all farm equipment

If you think this job is for you, here are our preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Animal or Range Sciences or closely related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or min 5 yrs experience
• Min 3 years of similar supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated experience with cattle handling, herding and loading along with behavior, husbandry, and low stress management knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrated understanding and experience with rotational grazing systems
• Demonstrated experience managing facilities and equipment.
• Demonstrated experience supervising employees
• Demonstrated experience operating all large, heavy, or small equipment typical of farm and ranch operations ie: tractors, skid steer, stock trailers, chainsaw and other farm implements.
• Great organizational skills, short and long term planning.
• Goal setting with agreements on completion of goals
• Experience with project management.
• Ability to work within a team and organize work within that team
• Experience with managing and organizing work with complex scheduling.
• Experience with conducting and organizing training
• Passion for regenerative agriculture, permaculture/water retention and building a fully diversified business using regenerative principles
• Computer skills necessary: Microsoft suite minimum (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Understand the importance of consistent and honest communication

Physical Job Requirements

• Must be able to physically work in an industrial/farming environment and extended hours during peak seasons, regular shifts required to be on call.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and good driving record at all times
• Have valid CDL or ability to obtain one
• Must have mechanical ability to maintain and operate equipment, stock watering systems & irrigation

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
• PTO, Medical, dental, vision, and 401K

This is a full-time, salaried position requiring 45-60 hours of work per week. Weekend work is required and scheduled on a rotational basis.
Tabula Rasa Farms is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.