We’re Hiring!

We have three exciting opportunities open at Beardsley Farm!

Click on each picture to see the full job description and to apply.

please email beardsley.farm@knoxcac.org with any questions.

Applications are due by November 24, 2025.

 
 

farm and community gardens manager

  • Directly supervise the Farm & Community Gardens Coordinator and the Produce Specialist

  • Oversee the harvesting, processing, packing, storage, and distribution of produce from Beardsley Farm and partner sources such as Second Harvest Food Bank

  • Coordinate the Seed and Plant Distribution Program, including greenhouse maintenance, seasonal seedling propagation, seed distribution process, and more.

  • Supervise and train staff, interns, and volunteers in farm, garden, and produce distribution activities

  • Represent Beardsley Farm through email, phone, outreach events, and other public-facing communications

  • …and so much more!

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Farm and community gardens coordinator

  • Support the Farm & Community Gardens Manager with all farm and community gardens activities, including the management of volunteer and interns

  • Maintain the grounds at Beardsley Community Farm, including planting, weeding, harvesting, irrigation, crop rotation, soil health management, and pest and disease control

  • Support the Seed and Plant Distribution Program, including greenhouse maintenance, seasonal seedling propagation, seed distribution process, and more.

  • Support the upkeep of off-site community gardens through mowing, trimming, soil replenishment, communication with gardeners, and regular site visits

  • …the list goes on!

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EDUCATION SPECIALIST (PART-TIME)

  • Support the Education and Outreach Manager with scheduling, public communications, and event coordination

  • Lead regular garden and cooking lessons, nature-based activities, and structured garden time at partner locations

  • Assist with the maintenance of educational gardens at partner locations, including schools and after-school care facilities

  • Plan, coordinate, and facilitate educational programming at Beardsley Community Farm, including field trips, tours, classes, interactive games, and garden-based activities for diverse age groups

  • …and much more!

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