Farm Manager Job Description Template

Job title

Farm Manager

Job summary

[Company name] is seeking a dependable farm manager to join our team in [city, state]. In this role, you will plan crop and livestock production, manage planting, harvesting and animal care and support our team’s commitment to safety, quality and service.

Responsibilities

• Plan crop and livestock production
• Manage planting, harvesting and animal care
• Hire and supervise workers
• Maintain equipment and facilities
• Manage budgets, loans and insurance
• Market and sell products
• Follow regulations and conservation practices
• Follow company policies, safety procedures and applicable regulations

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current license or certification as required by [state]
• Working knowledge of crop and livestock management and farm equipment
• Decision making and resilience
• [Add role-specific requirements, such as driver’s license or ability to pass a background check, if job-related]

Preferred qualifications

• Private pesticide applicator license
• Beef Quality Assurance (BQA)
• Certified Crop Adviser (CCA)
• Experience with tractors and combines

Skills

• Farm finance
• Marketing and commodity pricing
• Precision agriculture
• Regulations
• Leadership
• Problem solving

Work environment and schedule

Farm managers work outdoors in fields and barns and in farm offices, in all weather. Hours are long and seasonal, especially during planting and harvest.

Pay and benefits

$[min]–$[max] per [hour/year], depending on experience. [List benefits: health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, training and certification support.]

Equal opportunity

[Company name] is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law, and we provide reasonable accommodations upon request.