Christmas Tree Farmer
About the Organization
The Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests was founded in 1901 to “perpetuate the forests of New Hampshire through their wise use and complete reservation in places of scenic beauty.” The Forest Society owns and manages 191 Forest Reservations totaling over 57,000 acres located in more than 100 New Hampshire communities. As a land trust it holds more than 750 conservation easements protecting an additional 130,000 acres statewide. Our 10,000 members make us what we are today – a unique blend of visionary land trust, balanced environmental advocate and intelligent forestry association. We think it's a winning combination – for New Hampshire's beautiful landscapes, its caring people and for the many generations to come.
About the Job
Christmas Tree Farmer, Forest Society North at The Rocks
Reports to: Managing Forester
This position is Full-time, Exempt, Salary
Salary range begins at $55,000, depending on experience.
Position Summary: The Christmas Tree Farmer is responsible for running the Forest Society’s 17,000-tree Christmas tree farm
operation at The Rocks in Bethlehem, NH. Since 1989, this has been a successful retail and wholesale Christmas tree farm. The Rocks is an iconic part of the community serving as the Forest Society’s north country hub for community engagement through recreation, educational programming, and tourism centered around this scenic Christmas tree farm and historic estate.
The Christmas Tree Farmer will ensure successful planting, cultivation, sales, and operations of the 40-acre tree farm. The Christmas Tree Farmer’s focus is to ensure all aspects of the Christmas tree operation and business are implemented. This position’s primary responsibility is performing the day-to-day farm operations.
Qualifications and Skills required:
The ideal candidate will demonstrate independence and the ability to work autonomously, while also embracing opportunities for growth and effectively managing the responsibilities of running a farm. The Christmas Tree Farmer should have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience working in an agricultural setting and/or Christmas tree farm, and be competent running tractors, chainsaws and equipment. An education of a two-year associates degree or equivalent is preferred, but not required.
~~ Please see the complete job description at our website: https://www.forestsociety.org/page/christmas-tree-farmer-bethlehem-nh
The Forest Society is an equity-based employer. We value a diverse staff and an inclusive culture. We value staff that work for the good of the whole; that can effectively collaborate to achieve shared goals of their department, as well as the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status as required by applicable law.
Questions regarding this position should be directed to: Wendy Weisiger, Managing Forester at weisiger@forestsociety.org or 603-224-9945 X340
Resumes and cover letters should be sent to: Stephanie Milender, Human Resources Director at smilender@forestsociety.org
The full Job Description is located here: https://www.forestsociety.org/page/christmas-tree-farmer-bethlehem-nh