Farm Assistant (Seasonal)

Job Title: Farm Assistant FLSA Status: Full Time, Hourly, Seasonal / NTE 11.21.26 Reports to: Manager of Farm and Agriculture Work Location: Farm at Kelly Miller, 301 49th Street NE, Washington, DC 20019; Fort Stanton Urban Farm, 1812 Erie Street SE, Washington, DC 20020; Marion Barry Avenue Market, 1303 Marion Barry Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20020 Compensation Range: $21.63 - $22.95 per hour Position Summary The Farm Assistants at Dreaming Out Loud Inc. (DOL) assist with all production‑related work during the growing season. They work with other farm assistants, community members, volunteers, and other farmers. Tasks include bed‑prep, seeding, transplanting, watering, weeding, pest management, harvesting, post‑harvest handling, and equipment maintenance. They also support boxing of CSA shares and periodically assist with Food Hub activities. Key Responsibilities Assist with all production on the farm, including bed preparation, soil amendment, seeding, transplanting, weeding, watering, harvesting, pest management, and composting. Assist with weekly harvest, packaging, and distribution. Work and interact with volunteers, volunteer groups, and school groups. Help lead farm tours and create a welcoming, educational experience for visitors. Assist with all event‑related activities, including planning, preparation, set‑up, and breakdown. Assist with workshops including preparation, participation, set‑up, and breakdown. Assist with outreach for volunteer and community events. Represent Dreaming Out Loud at community events, conferences, and workshops throughout the year. Assist with Saturday Farmers Markets—preparing, arranging, and selling produce, set‑up and break‑down of tents, tables, and other needed market elements, and interacting with community members. Support the boxing of CSA shares and periodically assist with other Food Hub activities. Required Skills and Experience At least one year of experience farming or gardening. Ability to distinguish between production crops and other types of plants. Comfortable working in various weather conditions. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to engage in team work. Willingness and ability to work Saturdays. Independent and hardworking. Ability to solve problems collaboratively and creatively. Desire to take initiative and increase skills in sustainable agriculture, both on the farm and off‑site. Integrated pest management experience is a plus. Experience with database entry is a plus. Experience in carpentry, sustainable agriculture, or community engagement is a plus. Driver's license is a plus. Benefits Generous Paid Time Off Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance Monthly Cell Phone Stipend Flexible Spending Accounts for Transit, Parking, and Healthcare Transit Assistance through SmartBenefits 401(k) match up to 5% 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance 100% Employer Paid Short and Long‑Term Disability Equal Employment Opportunity Dreaming Out Loud Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Dreaming Out Loud complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr AgHires