As a global leader in student-managed learning opportunities, we are committed to developing leaders at Lakeland College. It’s something we excel at because of our exceptional team. Their passion and commitment to academic excellence, innovation and achievement is what sets Lakeland apart, as an educator and an employer. Join our team and be part of helping our students take the lead not only into the future, but today.
Lakeland College is seeking a dynamic and organized Farm Coordinator to support day-to-day operations across its farm units. This vital role ensures efficient coordination of people, resources, and planning while advancing the success of our Student-Managed Farm (SMF) program and experiential learning model. This role acts as a central point of communication and operational integration between all stakeholders.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 2-year post-secondary certificate/diploma
• Minimum 2 years of related experience, agriculture related experience an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; PeopleSoft experience an asset; agriculture related software experience an asset

• Collaborate with the Farm Manager to facilitate the efficient use of farm resources – labour, equipment and supplies.
• Plan, schedule and align farm operational activities across all SMF units. Coordinate task deployment assignments for agricultural technicians and SMF student teams.
• Monitor daily operations, resolve challenges, and use key data metrics to guide reporting and improvement. Monitor progress of major tasks to maintain schedules, alignment and efficiency across teams.
• Communicate across teams, students, faculty, and industry partners to ensure operational alignment. Represent the farm at internal and external meetings.
• Coordinate procurement, inventory, and expense tracking to support cost-effective operations.
• Support budgeting processes and financial documentation, including capital project tracking.
• Manage operational records using platforms like PeopleSoft, Microsoft Teams and farm management software.
• Coordinate equipment, vehicle, and infrastructure maintenance and scheduling.
• Promote a strong culture of safety and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with staffing logistics, onboarding, and collaboration with HR.
• Manage monthly financial transactions, coordinate staff meetings and follow-up on action items, and ensure timely completion of required documentation.
• Organize logistics for key events, demonstrations, and SMF showcases.