Employment Opportunities
The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association is a broad-based community that educates about and advocates for organic agriculture, illuminating its interdependence with a healthy environment, local food production, and thriving communities. MOFGA is committed to creating an inclusive and sustainable workplace that reflects this mission. MOFGA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, political orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Position: Orchard, Garden and Forest Intern
Primary Responsibilities: Join us this summer to help with key MOFGA programs and projects! This internship will focus on helping care for our educational demonstrations at the MOFGA Education Center in Unity, Maine. This internship is mainly on site at our campus in Unity. There is some housing available on campus that can be used by MOFGA interns if they so desire.
Hours and Salary: 300-400 hours over the summer (start/end dates can be flexible). Some weekend/evening hours
to participate in MOFGA events or care for the orchards and gardens. We offer $15 an hour for this position.
To apply, submit a resume and letter of interest to Anna Libby, Community Education Director, at [email protected].
Applications will be reviewed until the internship is filled, with priority given to applications sent before April 19, 2024.
Job posted 4/5/24.
Position: Director of Development and Membership
Primary Responsibilities: Responsible for meeting MOFGA’s yearly fundraising goals, supervising all aspects of the development and membership department including implementation of fundraising activity, coordination of efforts with other key MOFGA departments, and managing the Fundraising Committee.
Hours and Salary: 40 hours — Monday through Friday, and additional evening and weekend hours as needed for events. The salary range for this position is $70,000-$80,000 annually, dependent upon experience.Â
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to Sarah Alexander, Executive Director at [email protected]. Applications will remain open until the position is filled. We will begin application review and interview scheduling on April 9, 2024.
Job posted 3/27/24.
Position: Heritage Orchard Assistant
Primary Responsibilities: Assist MOFGA’s Orchard Program Manager in maintaining MOFGA’s orchards to reach their maximum educational potential and preserve heritage apple and pear varieties for future generations.
Hours and Salary: This is a part time temporary position, requiring approximately 32 hours of work per week for 12 weeks, from the beginning of June through the end of August. The actual start and end dates are flexible, but the 12 week work period is firm. The hourly rate for this position is $16 – $18 per hour, depending on experience.
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to C.J. Walke, MOFGA’s Orchard Program Manager, at [email protected]. Applications will remain open until the position is filled and application review will begin on April 1, 2024.
Job posted 3/19/24.
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