Join the Council of the Haida Nation! The Council of the Haida Nation (CHN) is responsible for the stewardship of lands, waters and people. Working with CHN means being part of a team that values collaboration, cultural knowledge, and meaningful contributions to the well‑being of the Haida.

About The Role
We are a small, community-rooted farm on Haida Gwaii, in Tlaal/Tlell, owned and operated by the Haida Nation. With six greenhouses under construction and several outdoor beds, we grow vegetables, herbs, and specialty crops for local markets, food programs, and food security initiatives. We operate without livestock or irrigation systems, relying on manual watering, soil health, and climate‑adapted growing techniques. We value local food security, ecological stewardship, and hands‑on learning. We are seeking a Farm Manager who can lead daily operations and help grow a resilient, high‑quality local food program.

Key Duties & Responsibilities
Crop Production & Greenhouse Management

Oversee seating, transplanting, bed prep, and crop rotation planning

Manage greenhouse climate, ventilation, trellising, and pest/disease monitoring

Maintain manual watering schedules and moisture checking routines

Maintain soil fertility through composting, amendments, and mulching

Farm Operations

Develop and implement seasonal production plans

Maintain tools, greenhouse structures, and small equipment

Coordinate harvest schedules for market and community programs

Ensure quality control for washing, packing, and storage

Maintain compliance with food safety practices

Team Leadership & Training

Supervise, train, and support seasonal workers or volunteers

Assign daily tasks and ensure secure, efficient operations

Foster positive, supportive workplace

Market,



Sales & Community

Manage produce inventory and weekly availability lists

Coordinate with local markets, retail partners, or food programs

Represent the farm positively in the community

Administration

Track yields, expenses, supplies, and production data

Order seeds, soil amendments, tools, and seasonal materials

Contribute to annual planning and reporting

Qualifications & Skills

2+ years’ experience in market gardening, greenhouse management, or small-scale farm production

Strong understanding of crop planning, soil health, and pest management

Experience supervising small teams

Familiarity with working without automated irrigation systems

Ability to maintain tools and troubleshoot small repairs

Reliable, organized, and proactive

Able to work independently and make decisions under shifting weather conditions

Comfortable with physical work, lifting, bending, and long periods on foot

Commitment to ecological and sustainable farming practices

Class 5 driver’s license

Experience living or working in coastal or remote communities

Interest in local food systems, community resilience, or Indigenous food sovereignty

Preference will be given to Haida candidates as per Section 41 of the Human Rights Code.

What We Offer

Hourly rate: $38.05 - $39.55 based on experience.

Full‑time (35–40 hrs./week) with paid time off, including an additional 2‑week office closure during the winter break.

Competitive benefits: dental, extended health, vision care, disability insurance, life insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and pension plan.

A supportive and welcoming team environment.

Opportunities to learn and grow while contributing to the preservation of Haida heritage.

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📌 Farm Manager (British Columbia)
🏢 Secretariat Of The Haida Nation
📍 British Columbia