Want to work for a positive future for farming in Maine? So do we! We’re an ambitious and innovative bunch of 35+ people with offices in Belfast and Portland, and working all over the state of Maine.
The Farmland Access & Transfer Program Manager’s role is to develop and manage Maine Farmland Trust’s work to support successful access to land for farm seekers and connections between farmland owners and prospective farmers, resulting in the continuation or reactivation of Maine’s farms and farmland. The Manager is the primary point of contact at MFT for beginning farmers, farmers seeking land, and farmland owners looking to lease or sell land to farmers. For beginning farmers and farm seekers, the Manager supports those farmers in their land search with personalized assistance for a successful search, coordinating support with MFT program staff and other service providers as needed. For farmland owners, the Manager supports those farmland owners with customized assistance in assessing needs, finding a buyer or lessee, and coordinating with MFT’s Technical Assistance Specialist to provide succession planning support if needed. The Manager oversees the management and development of MFT’s Maine FarmLink online tool to support land access and transfer. The Manager supervises the Farmland Access & Transfer Associate. The Manager is a member of the Farm Network team, and to be successful, the Manager will work collaboratively across all programs to deliver the best farmer support experience.
Location: This position can be based out of Maine Farmland Trust’s Portland or Belfast office, or can be remote but must remain based in Maine. Regular travel to farms and events around the state is required.
Salary Range: $64,000 – $70,000
We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds who bring enthusiasm and excellence to their work. Studies have shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and would encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every one of our qualifications listed.
Download the full job description here.
How to Apply:
The priority deadline for applications is March 7. Applications will be reviewed as received for this full-time position and the anticipated start date is late April. Please submit a detailed cover letter and resume to:
Email: kim@mainefarmlandtrust.org
Or mail:
Maine Farmland Trust
ATTN: Kim Sanborn
97 Main Street
Belfast, ME 04915
If you have any questions, contact Kim at 207-338-6575 or kim@mainefarmlandtrust.org.
The Annual Fund Manager is an integral member of the Engagement Team. Working closely with the team and colleagues across the organization, the Annual Fund Manager is responsible for the strategizing, management, and analysis of MFT’s direct mail campaigns, which include regular annual fund solicitations to acquire, renew, and upgrade support from individuals and businesses at multiple times throughout the year, as well as special project campaigns, typically 2-3 times per year. They coordinate messaging and themes with the communications team to highlight donor impact and increase engagement. They carry a portfolio of approximately 100 donors, working with colleagues and the Board of Directors to connect them to MFT’s work and engage them in additional, renewed, or increased giving. This individual also helps to identify and execute event strategies in cooperation with others on the Engagement team; participates in other cultivation and fundraising events to help nurture and broaden the MFT community; and represents the organization at outreach events such as fairs and conferences.
Location: This position can be based out of Maine Farmland Trust’s Portland or Belfast office, or can be remote but must remain based in Maine.
Salary Range: $65,000 - $72,500
We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds who bring enthusiasm and excellence to their work. Studies have shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and would encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every one of our qualifications listed.
Download the full job description here.
How to Apply:
The priority deadline for applications is January 24, 2025. To apply, please submit a detailed cover letter and resume to:
Email: kim@mainefarmlandtrust.org
Or mail:
Maine Farmland Trust
ATTN: Kim Sanborn
97 Main Street
Belfast, ME 04915
If you have any questions, contact Kim at 207-338-6575 or kim@mainefarmlandtrust.org.
MFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, size, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. Additionally, MFT strives to foster an inclusive workplace. People from diverse backgrounds, including those traditionally underrepresented in agricultural leadership, are encouraged to apply.
It is MFT’s practice to set compensation amounts that align with the successful candidate’s experience. We offer a possible salary range describing the level of compensation we’d expect to offer for the advertised position. In addition to competitive pay, MFT offers several benefits to its employees, including a group health plan, group vision and dental plans, 4 weeks of paid vacation at the start of employment, 13 paid holidays/year plus a week-long office closure at the end of the summer, a 401(k) Retirement Plan, wellness and farm share benefits, and other forms of paid time-off. Benefits correspond to full-time employment, but are also offered to part-time employees on a prorated basis.
Fill out the contact form below to get in touch!