Garden & Field Operations Manager
On-site position: Near Omaha, NE or Willing to Relocate
About Momentis
Momentis is the Family Office of the Carson family. We support the family in executing its philanthropic goals, managing its portfolio of assets, and organizing its estate for infinite impact. We invest in Conscious Leaders with world-changing ideas. We focus our capital to elevate teams with big visions and the talent to execute. We structure our investments to deeply align values with incentives for impact.
About the RolePosition Summary
Momentis is looking for an experienced Garden & Field Operations Manager to lead field operations at our 2.5-acre regenerative fruit and vegetable farm in eastern Nebraska, near Omaha. The role covers our raised beds, 3 high tunnels, and outdoor fields, with the goal of delivering fresh, regenerative produce to the Carson family, staff, and Omya—the family’s curated events and experiences program—including multiple farm-to-table events year-round. The Operations Manager directly supervises Garden & Field Workers and reports to the Director of Farm Operations. Candidates with real-world experience in regenerative or organic growing and a genuine interest in soil health and sustainable food systems are strongly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Garden & raised bed management: Oversee year-round production across raised beds and outdoor fields — seeding, transplanting, and pest management — using regenerative and integrated methods
- High tunnel and Field production: Plan and manage seasonal high tunnel and field production; build crop schedules that make effective use of high tunnel and raised bed space throughout the season
- Regenerative practices: Lead the farm’s regenerative approach, including composting, cover cropping, no-till or minimal-till methods, and soil health monitoring; maintain awareness of relevant resources and certifying bodies
- Team supervision: Hire, train, schedule, and supervise Garden & Field Workers; build a team that understands and is invested in regenerative growing
- Safety and compliance: Ensure all staff complete required training, including GAP, OSHA standards, and EPA Worker Protection Standard (WPS); oversee safe handling, storage, and documentation of inputs; maintain compliance with local, state, and federal agricultural regulations
- Recordkeeping: Keep accurate records of crop production, planting schedules, input applications, pest and disease observations, harvest yields, and staff training; provide reports to the Director of Farm Operations as needed
- Equipment and infrastructure: Keep irrigation systems, high tunnel infrastructure, and farm tools in safe working order; coordinate outside repairs when needed
- Harvest and distribution: Coordinate harvest timing and logistics to ensure consistent, quality deliveries to stakeholders, head chef, and restaurant partners
- Procurement: Source and purchase seeds, inputs, and supplies that meet regenerative standards
Position Details
- Location: Eastern Nebraska (Zone 5b) — near Omaha and Lincoln. Farm address provided at hire.
- Reports to: Director of Farm Operations
- Direct reports: Garden & Field Worker (will hire next year)
- Schedule: Full-time, year-round. Workload is heaviest late spring through early fall. Hours and days are flexible at the manager’s discretion.
- Transportation: Reliable transportation to the farm required; weekly local travel for supplier meetings, training, or events
- Physical requirements: Active outdoor work in all weather; lifting and carrying farm equipment and produce; extended time standing, bending, and kneeling
- Work authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States. I-9 verification required.
What We’re For
- Regenerative farming knowledge: Hands-on understanding of soil health, composting, cover cropping, biological inputs, and no-till or minimal-till methods; genuine commitment to building living farm systems
- Team leadership: Experience training and managing seasonal farm workers; leads clearly and by example
- Crop planning: Able to manage multiple crop cycles and coordinate a full growing season across raised beds, high tunnels, and field
- Technical knowledge: Strong grasp of high tunnel systems, Zone 5b growing conditions, season extension, and drip irrigation
- Problem solving: Catches issues early — crop health, equipment, or logistics — and resolves them before they escalate
- Recordkeeping and compliance: Organized and detail-oriented; comfortable maintaining production records and meeting regulatory requirements
Experience & Qualifications
- 2+ years of hands-on raised bed, high tunnel, and field vegetable production experience
- Direct experience with regenerative, organic, or no-till farming practices — or a strong, demonstrated commitment to learning them
- Knowledge of Zone 5b growing conditions and season extension techniques
- Experience training and supervising seasonal farm staff
- Familiarity with WPS employer responsibilities
- Experience with drip irrigation and high tunnel environmental management preferred
- Familiarity with farm production tracking or recordkeeping systems preferred
- Knowledge of GAP principles; experience with organic certification processes preferred
Compensation
$70,000 - 75,000/year based on experience, plus bonus potential, 401(k) with matching, and health benefits. Momentis maintains a tobacco-free workplace.
How to Apply
Send a resume and brief cover letter to [email protected]. In your cover letter, describe your farming philosophy and any hands-on experience with regenerative or organic production. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, age or any other characteristic protected by law.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have hands-on professional experience growing food using regenerative or certified organic practices (composting, cover cropping, no-till or minimal-till, biological inputs)?
Ability to Relocate:
- Craig, NE 68019: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
