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Center for Land Based Learning

Farm and Market Assistant

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A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.

$40,230 / year median in California

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

About the Center for Land-Based Learning The mission of the Center for Land-Based Learning is to inspire, educate, and cultivate future generations of farmers, agricultural leaders and natural resource stewards. The Center for Land-Based Learning cultivates opportunity for youth, for agriculture, for business, for the environment. A statewide nonprofit based in Woodland, CA, CLBL develops adaptive people and ecosystems by inspiring and training leaders to dig into themselves and the land in new ways. Now, we are seeding a vision for the future of agricultural and ecological stewardship in the Golden State and, with the right team members, we can bring that vision to fruition. Our organization values diversity, equity, and belonging and strives to be an inclusive and welcoming community. Respect
  • Growth
  • Balance
  • Collaboration
  • Innovation
  • Appreciation About the Community Food Program The Community Food Program (CFP) addresses food access challenges at the root level by connecting farmers and community.
By providing mobile market opportunities for beginning, urban farms as well as local farms in the surrounding tri-county region, the Community Food Program increases access to local, sustainably-grown food for residents of Yolo and Sacramento County, CA. By making this connection, these communities can work together to build a more equitable and resilient food system. Position Overview The Center for Land-Based Learning is seeking a part-time seasonal Farm and Market Assistant for Community Food Program operations in Yolo and Sacramento Counties. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Programs, this position will work alongside Community Food Program Coordinators, primarily splitting time between CLBL's Mobile Farmers' Market Truck in Yolo and Sacramento Counties (5-10 hours/week), Sycamore Trail Community Orchard and Riverfront Farm in the Bridge District of West Sacramento (5-10 hours/week). With MFM operations occurring 7 days a week, this position may require evenings or weekend hours as needed for program operations and could also involve occasional travel to our main Headquarters in Woodland, CA. As Farm and Market Assistant, the candidate will assist the CFP Coordinators with all operations related to running the Mobile Farmer's Market from set-up and sales to closing and breakdown. In addition to supporting the Mobile Farmer's Market operations, the candidate will also assist in supporting the operations of Riverfront Farm. Core Responsibilities Job duties include, but are not limited to: Mobile Market Support (70%) Perform the setup, operation, and breakdown of the Mobile Farmer's Market in collaboration with other CFP staff. Provide customer service to patrons of the mobile market including, supporting their shopping needs, weighing & bagging produce for MM customers, and assisting in the checkout process. Support CFP Coordinators at the Aggregation Facility/Hub, moving produce out of the Aggregation Facility/the Hub cooler to processing tables and the truck fridge. Storing all produce, ice packs, and materials back at the Hub, sorting through leftover produce, sweeping truck & Hub floors, wiping down surfaces, sanitizing crates and washing plastic containers. Assist in promotion and marketing needs for the Mobile Farmers' Market including distributing flyers, promoting stops to the local community, and assisting in content collection for social media and marketing needs. Farm Support (30%) Assist the CFP Coordinator with field duties including irrigation, bed prep, planting, weeding, crate washing, direct seeding, harvesting, weighing, washing and packing produce, logging the harvest & basic farm maintenance. Support the CFP Coordinator in guiding interns/volunteers with farm duties as needed. Participate in farm tours, agritourism events, community workdays, field trips, and other program public engagements. Coordinate and complete postseason farm close-down procedures alongside CFP Coordinator Keep farm fields, storage shed and surrounding areas organized. Engage in friendly interactions with public that pass by including answering questions regarding CLBL and its operations.
Job Details:
Reports to: Deputy Director of Programs Location(s): In Person; West Sacramento MFM stops, Riverfront Farm and Woodland Headquarters.
Classification:
Non-exempt, part-time (20-25 hours per week), temporary position
Pay:
$19.50
  • 26.
50/hour;
DOE Benefits:
Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except those required by law.
Qualifications:
Required:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Belief in and commitment to CLBL's mission and work. Detail oriented, organized and enjoys problem solving. Inspired by localized food systems and equity and a strong interest to pursue a career in farming or community based work. Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and engaging individuals and communities across cultural and racial boundaries. Driver's license and reliable transportation to and from work. Proof of good driving record for to drive mobile farmers market truck Detail oriented with the ability to work outdoors, during the farm and mobile market season (August-November). Able to safely perform physically demanding agricultural work outdoors, including walking on uneven terrain, lifting and carrying materials, and working for extended periods in hot weather typical of California's Central Valley, in accordance with the organization's Heat Illness Prevention Plan. Able to work within a team or independently as the situation demands. Able to work outside in hot and rainy weather conditions. Able to lift 40 lbs. plus. Able to work evenings and/or weekends are required by program needs. Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and engaging individuals and communities across cultural and racial boundaries. Able and willing to be flexible with tasks assigned. Preferred Qualifications, Knowledge and/or
Skills:
Associates degree or equivalent work experience in Ag, Education, Environmental Science or related field. Knowledge of or strong interest in local food systems. Outreach and marketing skills. An ability and willingness to be flexible with tasks assigned. Friendly, enthusiastic, enjoys engaging with the public, and has a positive attitude. To Apply If you meet the qualifications of this position, please submit your resume and cover letter to HRtoGO at hr@hrtogo.com by the end of day on Friday, August 14th, 2026. The hiring committee will begin reviewing qualified applicants on Monday, August 17th, 2026.
  • Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
  • The Center for Land-Based Learning provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We strive for inclusivity, equity, and diversity by attracting extraordinary people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. We promote equal opportunity in the recruitment, selection, training, compensation, promotion, and benefits of all employees. Center for Land-Based Learning is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. #CLBL03
Pay:
$19.50
  • $26.
50 per hour
Work Location:
In person