AGRICULTURE COORDINATOR & ASSISTANT (2 Positions) - OSHKIIMAAJITAHDAH

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

AGRICULTURE COORDINATOR & ASSISTANT (2 Positions)

OSHKIIMAAJITAHDAH

Open: June 1, 2021

Closing: June 18, 2021 @ 12:00 p.m.

AGRICULTURE COORDINATOR:

The Red Lake Hemp and Buffalo farm is looking for an energetic person to assist with the development and planning of an exciting new venture into Agriculture.

AGRICULTURE ASSISTANT:

The assistant will support the Coordinator in planting and harvesting of crops.

Reports to the Director of Oshkiimaajitahdah, full time position with benefits, Salary; DOQ.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Assist with the development and preparation of the produce; such as layout design, installing plant supports, setting up the irrigation system, preparing soil, and designing the planting layout, rotation, and succession, ordering seeds and transplants for Hemp & Buffalo Farm.

• Plant Produce & Industrial Hemp

• Harvest and deliver crops from site to necessary locations, as directed;

• Provide weekly plans and updates;

• Purchase supplies as needed;

• Work closely with appropriate department staff and contractors;

• Main effective communication with all members of the Project Team;

• Must be physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and to engage in labor intensive work to complete the necessary tasks and training;

• Must maintain a high level of integrity as the work being done on the Hemp & Buffalo Farm Site is highly sensitive;

• Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality for the established schedule; being reliable, dependable, and willing to work irregular hours as necessary;

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education, experience and training

• Physically capable of handling job requirements and working long hours when needed.

• Employment contingent upon successfully passing Pre-Employment Drug/A1cohol Test and Background Check.

TO APPLY: Applications and copies of certificates/diplomas are being accepted at the Government Center – Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 546, Red Lake, MN 56671 Phone (218) 679-1847.