Job Description
Position Title: Farm Coordinator (Part-time)
Hours: 30 hours per week (with seasonal flexibility)
Trial Period: 3 months
Location: Mary Has a Little Farm at the Mary Help of Christians Center
Reports To: Director of the Mary Help of Christians Center
Position Summary
The Farm Coordinator combines administrative and leadership responsibilities with hands-on animal husbandry to create a safe, welcoming, and educational environment for all who visit. This position oversees daily operations of the farm, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, animal care, hospitality, and program coordination.
Key Responsibilities
• Communications & Outreach
o Respond to emails and phone inquiries.
o Oversee website updates and social media presence.
o Promote farm programs and services through digital platforms.
• Guest & Program Management
o Manage reservations and bookings for field trips, events and service groups.
o Greet and accompany visiting groups with hospitality and professionalism.
o Provide engaging educational experiences for guests.
• Leadership & Coordination
o Manage, train, and schedule staff and volunteers.
o Coordinate and facilitate field trips, special events and service groups.
o Supervise seasonal help and ensure smooth operations during peak times.
• Animal Care & Facility Management
o Ensure daily care, feeding, and monitoring of barn animals.
o Ensure clean, safe, and orderly barn facilities.
o Monitor animal health and ensure basic medical care.
o Ensure barn meets and maintains annual certifications.
Qualifications
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Love animals and working with people.
- Demonstrate professionalism and ability to provide excellent customer service.
- Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
- Experience in animal care and basic veterinary/medical care.
- Specific knowledge and hands-on experience with horses required.
- Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Comfortable working outdoors in all seasons.
- Dedication to the mission and values of the Salesians of Don Bosco.
- Flexible availability with seasonal variations in weekly hours.
- Must live in close proximity to the barn.
- Must pass a level II background check.
- Must complete the Salesians of Don Bosco and Diocese of St. Petersburg Safe Environment Trainings.
Compensation & Benefits
- Part-time position, 30 hours per week (will vary during high and low season)
- $18-20 per hour, commensurate with experience.
- Position will be official following a successful 3-month trial period.
- Meaningful work environment rooted in faith, service, and community.
About Us
Like Don Bosco, we educate, evangelize and accompany young people, fostering life skills and empowering disciples for God’s Kingdom. Our farm is called Mary Has a Little Farm and was established in 2018. It serves as a unique learning experience for school field trips, special events, and service groups, while caring for a variety of animals including horses, pigs, rabbits, chickens, sheep, cows, and more.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and résumé with at least 3 references to: swatkins@mhctampa.org