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Farm Manager jobs are open across production agriculture, specialty crops, livestock operations, and agribusiness, from assistant and working managers to senior and general managers, with specializations in crop production, herd management, and sustainable or organic operations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Summary
Performs highly advanced and complex management or oversight activities for daily operations of an operating unit orfunctional program. Work involves establishing short-, mid-, and long-term goals and objectives; developingguidelines, procedures, rules and regulations; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving establishedgoals; coordinating and evaluating program activities; and developing and evaluating budget requests. Directlyaccountable for functional operations of unit in its entirety. Works under limited direction with extensive latitude forthe use of initiative and independent judgment.
Job Description
Overview
The Manager-Events manages, monitors, directs, and provides extensive oversight for all events and special events planning for City departments to ensure compliance with the policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of the facilities and its uses.
Essential Functions
1 Manages, monitors, and oversees event planning, art commissioning, and other wide ranging services for the City and its departments; manages planning and coordination for events, festivals, sports seasons, parades, art displays, and other meetings and conferences; provides guidance and direction for events, productions, educational conferences, training meetings, airport operations, parks usage and sports tournaments and any other special events throughout the City's departments and facilities.
2 Directs, manages, and oversees work and planning through managers, coordinators, and specialized staff; provides coaching or assistance with challenging situations as needed; implements plans and schedules and determines objectives needing emphasis; recommends or adjusts work priorities, project schedules, resources, and work plans as required.
3 Coordinates, manages and supervises public art selection process, commissioning, contracting, fabrication, and installation; oversees all processes and supervision of public art coordinators to ensure that public art processes are on track, including design phase and fabrication phase contracting, invoicing and payments, and installation review and approvals.
4 Manages the planning, organizing and implementing of festivals and special events; provides high level clarity on policies, procedures, and regulations for special events, public art displays, and other City projects, festivals, and meetings.
5 Prioritizes funding and implementation strategies for events within the City; creates and determines budget to allocate sufficient funding to each project while soliciting new funding resources and managing resource and financial allocation.
6 Communicates with staff and clients to keep abreast of details pertaining to upcoming events; checks, approves, and monitors computer databases and reporting systems to expedite logistical services and track event requirements.
7 Interviews potential staff and makes determinations on hiring and termination; provides technical guidance and manages the workflow of the department; executes strong social media strategies and ensures staff are communicating effectively across all media outlets regarding events and related planning and management.
8 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or Recreation.
Equivalencies
Eight (8) years of related experience will meet the educational minimum requirement.
Experience
Five (5) years of experience in event planning and event management preferably in a municipal or government setting, including at least three (3) years of supervisory experience.
Licenses and Certifications
None
Minimum Qualification Notation: All qualifying information outlined in the minimum qualifications section: including education, experiences, and licenses/certifications MUST be included in the respective sections of the application (not simply the attachments - for example: resumes or cover letters) to be considered for this position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1 Knowledge of general business practices and laws.
2 Knowledge of planning and managing events.
3 Knowledge of departmental management, policies, and procedures.
4 Knowledge of conservation project, public art management, and community engagement practices.
5 Ability to determine, create, and implement budget.
6 Ability to organize and facilitate multi-faceted logistics for events throughout the City.
7 Ability to establish short and long range goals and objectives.
8 Ability to manage, lead, directs, and oversee staff.
9 Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
10 Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Salary Range
$70,075.20 - $87,609.60
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Welcome to the City of Dallas!
The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex. We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.
Contact: TalentCentral@dallas.gov
Dallas is Growing. Grow With Us.
Looking for more than just a job? The City of Dallas offers careers with purpose. With competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a vibrant work culture,
we’re committed to helping you thrive while you help our city flourish. Be part of a team that’s committed to service, innovation, and community.
Job Summary
Performs highly advanced and complex management or oversight activities for daily operations of an operating unit orfunctional program. Work involves establishing short-, mid-, and long-term goals and objectives; developingguidelines, procedures, rules and regulations; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving establishedgoals; coordinating and evaluating program activities; and developing and evaluating budget requests. Directlyaccountable for functional operations of unit in its entirety. Works under limited direction with extensive latitude forthe use of initiative and independent judgment.
Job Description
Overview
The Manager-Events manages, monitors, directs, and provides extensive oversight for all events and special events planning for City departments to ensure compliance with the policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of the facilities and its uses.
Essential Functions
1 Manages, monitors, and oversees event planning, art commissioning, and other wide ranging services for the City and its departments; manages planning and coordination for events, festivals, sports seasons, parades, art displays, and other meetings and conferences; provides guidance and direction for events, productions, educational conferences, training meetings, airport operations, parks usage and sports tournaments and any other special events throughout the City's departments and facilities.
2 Directs, manages, and oversees work and planning through managers, coordinators, and specialized staff; provides coaching or assistance with challenging situations as needed; implements plans and schedules and determines objectives needing emphasis; recommends or adjusts work priorities, project schedules, resources, and work plans as required.
3 Coordinates, manages and supervises public art selection process, commissioning, contracting, fabrication, and installation; oversees all processes and supervision of public art coordinators to ensure that public art processes are on track, including design phase and fabrication phase contracting, invoicing and payments, and installation review and approvals.
4 Manages the planning, organizing and implementing of festivals and special events; provides high level clarity on policies, procedures, and regulations for special events, public art displays, and other City projects, festivals, and meetings.
5 Prioritizes funding and implementation strategies for events within the City; creates and determines budget to allocate sufficient funding to each project while soliciting new funding resources and managing resource and financial allocation.
6 Communicates with staff and clients to keep abreast of details pertaining to upcoming events; checks, approves, and monitors computer databases and reporting systems to expedite logistical services and track event requirements.
7 Interviews potential staff and makes determinations on hiring and termination; provides technical guidance and manages the workflow of the department; executes strong social media strategies and ensures staff are communicating effectively across all media outlets regarding events and related planning and management.
8 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or Recreation.
Equivalencies
Eight (8) years of related experience will meet the educational minimum requirement.
Experience
Five (5) years of experience in event planning and event management preferably in a municipal or government setting, including at least three (3) years of supervisory experience.
Licenses and Certifications
None
Minimum Qualification Notation: All qualifying information outlined in the minimum qualifications section: including education, experiences, and licenses/certifications MUST be included in the respective sections of the application (not simply the attachments - for example: resumes or cover letters) to be considered for this position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1 Knowledge of general business practices and laws.
2 Knowledge of planning and managing events.
3 Knowledge of departmental management, policies, and procedures.
4 Knowledge of conservation project, public art management, and community engagement practices.
5 Ability to determine, create, and implement budget.
6 Ability to organize and facilitate multi-faceted logistics for events throughout the City.
7 Ability to establish short and long range goals and objectives.
8 Ability to manage, lead, directs, and oversee staff.
9 Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
10 Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Salary Range
$70,075.20 - $87,609.60
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Welcome to the City of Dallas!
The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex. We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.
Contact: TalentCentral@dallas.gov
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Who's Hiring
- State Farm2,039
- Nordstrom4
- Virginia Tech4
- Select Genetics4
- Menzies Aviation4
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in farm manager jobs.
- Three to five or more years of hands-on farm or ranch operations experience
- Demonstrated experience supervising seasonal and full-time agricultural workers
- Knowledge of crop production, soil management, or livestock husbandry practices relevant to the operation
- Valid pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain one upon hire
- Proficiency with farm management software, recordkeeping systems, or precision agriculture tools
- Degree in agronomy, animal science, agricultural business, or a closely related field, or equivalent experience
Tips for Your Farm Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to production metrics
Hiring managers want to see yield data, acreage managed, and herd sizes, not just job duties. Swap vague descriptions for concrete figures: acres farmed, crop varieties grown, or cost reductions achieved through operational changes you led.
List every relevant certification you hold
Pesticide applicator licenses, Certified Crop Adviser credentials, and food safety certifications like FSMA compliance training set you apart in crowded applicant pools. Put these in a dedicated credentials section near the top of your resume so recruiters spot them fast.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists farm manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly to each listing without jumping between multiple sites.
Filter openings by commodity and operation type
A row-crop operation in the Midwest and a California vineyard want very different skills. When searching openings, use operation type and commodity keywords so you apply only to roles where your hands-on background is a genuine match, not just a partial fit.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers frequently describe a real problem, like a pest outbreak or equipment failure during harvest, and ask how you'd respond. Walk through your decision-making process step by step, referencing the resources, vendors, or protocols you'd actually use on that type of operation.
Negotiate start date around seasonal demands
Many farm operations have hard constraints tied to planting or harvest calendars. If you're finishing a contract role, acknowledge the timing issue upfront and propose a start date you can commit to. Employers respect candidates who understand operational realities.
Farm Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most farm managers?
The most active employers for farm managers right now are State Farm, Nordstrom, and Virginia Tech, and the most openings are in Texas, Florida, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large corporate farming operations, vertically integrated food companies, and specialty crop producers tend to post the most consistent volume throughout the year.
How many farm manager jobs are remote?
About 42% of farm manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most operations. The sub-areas most compatible with remote or partial-remote arrangements include agricultural consulting, farm financial management, and regional agribusiness operations roles where on-site presence is needed only periodically.
How do you become a farm manager?
Most farm managers start in entry-level or seasonal roles, working as farmhands, crew leads, or assistant managers to build direct production experience. A degree in agronomy, agricultural science, or business helps but many employers prioritize demonstrated results over credentials. Earning a pesticide applicator license, gaining supervisory experience, and understanding basic farm financials are the steps that most reliably move candidates into full management roles.
Can you get hired as a farm manager with little experience?
Some employers will hire candidates with limited formal management experience if they have deep hands-on production knowledge in the specific commodity the operation grows or raises. Targeting assistant farm manager or working manager roles first is the most practical path. Highlighting any experience with equipment operation, crew coordination, recordkeeping, or regulatory compliance closes the gap faster than general agricultural coursework alone.
What does the farm manager interview process look like?
Most farm manager interviews involve an initial phone or video screen followed by an on-site visit where you tour the operation and meet ownership or senior leadership. Expect practical questions about past production decisions, how you've handled labor or equipment challenges, and your familiarity with the specific crops or livestock involved. References from previous farm employers carry significant weight at the final stage.
Where can I find and apply to farm manager jobs?
You can find and apply to farm manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your operation experience and commodity background, then apply directly to each listing that fits. The platform covers positions at every level, from working managers on small family operations to senior managers at large commercial farms.
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