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.

Required ● 5–7 years of progressively responsible experience managing diversified organic vegetable production, including significant hands-on experience on a commercial small- or medium-scale farm. ● Experience producing vegetables for direct-market sales (CSA, farmstand, farmers' markets, wholesale, or similar), with an understanding of balancing crop quality, labor, yields, and market demand. ● Deep understanding of organic certification, soil health, and sustainable production practices (e.g., minimum tillage, nutrient and pest management). ● Strong team management and communication skills, with the ability to foster collaboration and a positive organizational culture. Proven leadership in farm operations, including budgeting and infrastructure management. ● Demonstrated success managing multiple projects and priorities with flexibility, creativity, and strategic focus. ● Experience building partnerships and representing an organization to external stakeholders and collaborators. Preferred ● Familiarity with native plant propagation, nursery operations, or greenhouse production. ● Experience with research collaborations, educational programming, or market development initiatives.