Handsome Brook Farms

• Weekly service visit to assigned farms; visits at least bi-weekly (every 10 days) with additional check-ins as needed • Extensive, on-site data collection (ex: feed & water consumption, bird weight, case weights, ammonia readings, etc.) • Submission of production report data in Excel-based files, including notes and photographs as appropriate • Coordination of feed ordering from HBF's designated mill, including involvement in reports of quality failure or management of consumption • Weekly review of data and feed with Department Leads (Live Operations, Compliance, Feed) • Set your visitation schedule weekly on Google Calendar • Oversee biosecurity, organic and pasture-raised compliance at the farms you service. Including giving verbal warnings, drafting non-compliance warning letters, and developing and enforcing follow-up plans. • Attend training offerings • For new producers, provide onboarding support and ensure barn construction matches AHA or HFAC requirements and organic certification preparations are in line with expectations • Attend new populations, repopulations, and depopulations for hens • On-farm compliance (such as audits), as needed • Any other duties as, needed

*Not specific to Cleveland. All applicants in the greater OH area and near Fort Wayne, IN will be considered.* Handsome Brook Farms (HBF) is a pioneer in pasture-raised organic egg production. Founded in upstate New York with just five hens, we've since grown into a family of companies focused on egg production. Dedicated to Acting Handsomely in all aspects, our company is committed to treating farmers, animals, and the land with the utmost respect. Our mission is to provide a clean, responsibly-raised source of protein that consumers can trust--from coop to carton. In 2022, we expanded our grower network and were able to diversify the egg products we offer. HBF Foods was established in 2023, where we've created revolutionary Certified Upcycled egg-based dairy-free dips & yogurts. In 2024, we started building our own Company Farms, and in 2025, our first Grading facility was opened. The Pasture Project Technical Coordinator (PPTC) is a field-based role and reports directly to the Director of Pasture Management (DPM). They will play a pivotal role in supporting HBF’s on-farm sustainability initiatives across our farms located in ten states, and they will work closely with our farmer network on adoption of practices that promote environmental stewardship and farmer resilience. As part of the Pasture Management Program, HBF conducts initial benchmarking and annual assessment of farms participating in pasture improvement programs to determine whether program implementation is successful and to track project outcomes. The PPTC will coordinate with the DPM on farm assessments, project implementation and monitoring efforts, and will report findings to the DPM on a cadence to be determined. This role will support the efforts in the development and execution of pasture management plans created for each farm in the HBF network, which includes all HBF Nest Run farms and our Company-Owned Farms, with the goal of moving all HBF farms closer to an “Ideal Pasture” model as defined by HBF. The PPTC will collaborate/coordinate with the Director of Pasture Management (DPM) and Live Operations field personnel to verify project readiness, producer eligibility, and alignment with pasture condition targets, especially in cost-share or grant-supported work. The PPTC will also ensure that projects are monitored for on-going maintenance and reporting (where applicable) and will provide support and education for the farmers working on projects. This position entails but is not limited to the following duties: - Provide consultative support to farmers and internal teams by interpreting NRCS Conservation Practice Standards (CPS), advising on project eligibility, and supporting implementation strategies that meet compliance goals. - Conduct pasture assessments and project intake forms in collaboration with farmers to determine project needs. - Coordinate and manage pasture projects to ensure timely and proper completion. - Communicate information to the Pasture Projects Administrative Coordinator, including requirements for trees/shrubs, seeds and construction material needs, for sourcing and documentation purposes. - Conduct site visits and remote monitoring to assess project progress, support producers through implementation hurdles, and document compliance status. - Support reporting efforts and grant development by contributing technical insight, verifying feasibility of proposed projects, and sharing field-level outcomes for internal and external reporting. - Coordinate with the Data Management Team to track project metrics and ensure all implementation data is accurately captured and integrated into internal dashboards or funder reports. - Evaluate activities and test results for soil, water and air health, on-farm emissions and energy use both in-barn and in nutrient management. - Additional duties as needed. This a remote position with up to 75% travel across the Handsome Brook Farms farm network. Required Knowledge and Experience 2-3 years experience in agriculture, livestock and/or pasture management, preferred Ability to work in a creative, fast-paced, team environment Strong time-management skills and the ability to keep multiple project data organized Ability to understand the big picture while remaining detail oriented Demonstrated strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple, complex projects at once Strong written, strategic, and interpersonal verbal communications skills Ability to work independently and to manage daily schedules, logistics and tasks to accomplish goals Proficient with technology including Microsoft and Google tools, Dropbox and file management software

Role Description We are currently looking for a Flock Advisor to join the team servicing farms in our Ohio region. They will function as a main resource to our producers. The position includes but is not limited to: - Weekly service visit to assigned farms; visits at least bi-weekly (every 10 days) with additional check-ins as needed - Extensive, on-site data collection (ex: feed & water consumption, bird weight, case weights, ammonia readings, etc.) - Submission of production report data in Excel-based files, including notes and photographs as appropriate - Coordination of feed ordering from HBF's designated mill, including involvement in reports of quality failure or management of consumption - Weekly review of data and feed with Department Leads (Live Operations, Compliance, Feed) - Set your visitation schedule weekly on Google Calendar - Oversee biosecurity, organic and pasture-raised compliance at the farms you service, including giving verbal warnings, drafting non-compliance warning letters, and developing and enforcing follow-up plans - Attend training offerings - For new producers, provide on-boarding support and ensure barn construction matches AHA or HFAC requirements and organic certification preparations are in line with expectations - Attend new populations, repopulations, and depopulations for hens - On-farm compliance (such as audits), as needed - Any other duties as needed Qualifications - Experience working with poultry (preferably layers) or on farms - Experience with Excel, Dropbox, and Gmail - Highly organized - Ability to effectively manage time; there are many moving parts to this position and little supervision, self-discipline is a must - Quick problem-solving skills - Valid driver’s license and clean driving record - Team player with a positive attitude and collaborative approach to work - High degree of initiative - Knowledge of animal welfare standards and biosecurity, and state/federal agriculture/farming regulations and standards Company Description Handsome Brook Farms is a pioneer in pasture-raised organic egg production. Founded in upstate New York with just five hens, we have grown into the nation's leading producer of organic pasture-raised eggs. Dedicated to acting handsomely in all aspects, Handsome Brook Farms is committed to treating farmers, animals, and the land with the utmost respect. Our mission is to provide a clean, responsibly-raised source of protein that consumers can trust--from coop to carton. As a certified B Corp since March 2021, Handsome Brook Farms upholds the highest standards of social and environmental performance. - In 2022, we acquired The Farmer’s Hen, expanding our grower network and diversifying products to include Organic, Conventional Free Range, and Cage-Free eggs. - In 2023, HBF Foods was established to create revolutionary Certified Upcycled egg-based dairy-free dips & yogurts. - In 2024, we started building our own Company Farms, increasing our connection to the farms and land.