Farm and Market Crew Member

Position Summary 

Catawba Nation’s Division of Environmental Protections is seeking a farm and market crew member who has a strong understanding of growing produce year-round and is a person who can interact with customers. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, independent, and an efficient worker who will work at Black Snake Farm assisting with planting, harvesting, washing, and distributing produce. This crew member will also prepare for and work a bi- weekly farmers’ market held on Friday’s and Saturdays. The position will work under the direct supervision of the farmer’s Market Lead and work closely with the Black Snake Farm Lead. A successful farm and market crew member will have a passion for community welfare and indigenous food sovereignty. 

Essential Functions

An individual in this role must be able to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Assisting with planting, weeding, harvesting, washing, and sorting crops at Black Snake Farm.
• Assisting in planning, preparing, and stocking for the farmer’s market on Fridays.
• Work at the farmers' market and assisting customers on Saturdays. 
• Assisting with food preservation post-market.
• Keeping records of farmer’s market participants and distributed food.
• Adhering to health and safety regulations and Black Snake Farm standard of production.

This position description is not an exhaustive listing of the expectations associated with the role and additional tasks may be assigned as needed by management. Changes to this document may only be made by a member of the Human Resources team. Catawba Indian Nation reserves the right to amend this job description.

Catawba Indian Nation exercises INDIAN PREFERENCE:

Tribal Government Positions

Native American (Indian) preference applies to this position pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, 25 U.S.C. § 5301 et seq.; the Indian Reorganization Act, 25 U.S.C. § 5116; and other applicable federal and tribal laws, consistent with the sovereign authority of the Catawba Indian Nation.

Gaming Commission Positions

Native American (Indian) preference applies to this position pursuant to the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, 25 U.S.C. § 2701 et seq.; applicable regulations of the National Indian Gaming Commission at 25 CFR Chapter III; the Indian Reorganization Act, 25 U.S.C. § 5116; and other applicable federal and tribal laws, consistent with the sovereign authority of the Catawba Indian Nation.

Background checks and drug screening are requirements for employment.  

Qualifications  

• Current driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• 1 year of farming or gardening experience
• 1 year of customer service experience 

• Experience:
• Customer service experience in a grocery store setting.
• Experience in growing produce using organic/regenerative principles.
• A passion for local food, agriculture, and indigenous food sovereignty.
• Demonstrated good organizational and record keeping skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with diverse groups.

Education: High School Diploma/ GED

Licenses & Certifications: N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Computer Skills with programs such as excel, word, and outlook.
• Food Safety Knowledge  
• Ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds
• Ability to work in harsh weather conditions 
• Knowledge Pertaining to livestock

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Will be required to work Saturdays at the farmers’ market. If working on a Saturday, the crew member will be allowed to take off a workday that does not interfere with their work. 
• Will be expected to work in the field including hard repetitive physical work.
• May be required to work overtime and outside normal business hours during special events or projects.

Salary : $16