Job Description

This position develops and oversees the daily operations along with the visitor experience of Nash Farm. Develops and participates in educational and specialized activities at Nash Farm. This includes the development of appropriate uses of all the structures, as well as animal and agricultural programs, along with maintenance and repair of all Nash Farm facilities and equipment. Supervises, directs, evaluates and schedules assigned full-time and part-time staff, addressing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining and completing employee performance appraisals, and approving time sheets. Develops and implements a Farm Hand Program that provides trained volunteers for all aspects of the farm as well as regularly scheduled volunteer and paid docents for year-round visitation programs. Develops and executes a rigorous maintenance and repair program for all Nash Farm structures and equipment. Develops educational and interpretive guidelines, which illustrate farm life on the Grapevine Prairie circa 1900. Develops and implements seasonal planting and harvesting programs for both the field and kitchen garden and limited animal husbandry programs. Manages retail sales at the Nash Farm Store in conjunction with CVB staff and develops the Pole Barn into a limited food and beverage concession area. Implements repair and restoration of horse-drawn equipment and develops interpretive programs of how equipment was used and what was produced by such equipment. Develops walking tours of the farm that take visitors through the production cycles of farm life as well as the domestic aspects of farm life on the Grape Vine Prairie. Develops and implements play areas and programs for children. Develops the barn into an educational and revenue generating activities area. Develops and interprets a new building addition to the farm equipment shed for the chuck wagon and other specialized wagons and equipment and establishes programming and volunteer teams for them. Schedules the third-grade school tour program, sponsored by the Grapevine Colleyville Independent School District, each October and April. This includes the recruitment each year of new volunteers, the training of volunteers, materials preparation, scheduling the schools as well as the volunteer docents, and all communications regarding this program. This also includes scheduling school districts other than GCISD as well. Manages 1859 farmstead curatorial needs, including researching, locating and acquiring period-appropriate artifacts, conserving, preserving, interpreting and preparing exhibits, exhibit changes, providing exhibit information to docents, other staff and volunteers. Develops Heritage Tourism programming opportunities in conjunction with the marketing department and the tourism sales department of the CVB, as well as the Historic Preservation division. Plans and manages special events and festivals and conducts fundraising events for Nash Farm. Develops and maintains relationships with sponsors and donors. Establishes a speaker’s bureau that makes presentations about Nash Farm programs at community group meetings and at school events as needed. Oversees budget for Nash Farm activities involving revenue and expenses. Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position. Regular and timely attendance are required for this position. Interacts professionally and respectfully with the public, coworkers and others in the course of daily work.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Requires a flexible attitude, experience working with volunteers and the general public. Excellent communication, planning and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to deal with others in a tactful, clear and concise manner. Must have flexibility to work weekends, extended and irregular hours. Ability to manage and direct the work of the Nash Farm staff. Ability to direct approximately 60 volunteer staff.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree with a background in education, business administration, agri-sciences, recreational sciences, history, social sciences, historic preservation or related discipline, and 2 - 4 years of experience in heritage facility management, attractions management, leisure or recreational facilities management, commercial farming or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in developing volunteer-driven heritage programs preferred. Knowledge of budgeting, fund raising, supervisory and training skills is highly desirable. Knowledge of Texas native animals, plants, and ecosystems; farming, gardening, food preservation, and ecology past and present. Knowledge of farm equipment and ability to operate such equipment is beneficial. Knowledge of operation of museums (particularly historic houses and living history museums) and historic sites. Must pass a Federal/National criminal background check and credit check. Must have a valid Texas driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy. Must pass a pre-employment basic physical, drug screen, and functional assessment screening (Level 2).

WORKING CONDITIONS

While performing the essential functions of this position, there will be routine and frequent exposure to: Bright/dim light Dusts and pollen Extreme heat and/or cold Wet or humid conditions Animals/wildlife Vibration Fumes and/or noxious odors Moving machinery Other extreme hazards not listed above Safety equipment such as gloves, goggles, hard hats, safety vests, steel-toe boots, back support belts, and seat belts are provided and must be worn as required by department procedures and good safety practices.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job entails moderate physical labor, which requires strength and agility. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and smell. The employee must occasionally lift, shovel, and carry 20 to 40 pounds and exert up to 20 pounds of force. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the job requirements change. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Grapevine Texas

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Seasonal work, Flexible hours, Weekend work,

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