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About the Role:
We are seeking a highly experienced, trustworthy, and hands-on Property & Livestock Manager to oversee and assist with daily operations on a working family farm. This role requires extensive experience with animals, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to problem-solve across a wide range of farm systems. You are passionate about farming as both a calling and a craft.
The ideal candidate grew up on a farm or has ~10+ years of property, livestock or farm hand experience. They are faith-aligned and have a strong moral character, values stewardship, are honest, hard working, dependable, and take pride in maintaining both a productive farm and a welcoming environment.
Responsibilities:
Livestock Care & Handling
- Daily care and management of various farm animals: cattle, horses, donkeys, and other livestock and future animals
- Safe, confident operation in corrals, chutes, and handling systems
- Handling, haltering, loading, transporting, and delivering livestock
- Confident in administering medications (ex: deworm, fly tags) and monitoring livestock health; ability to respond and report emergencies promptly
- Order, organize and maintain farm inventory: livestock medications, feed, supplies, equipment, etc
Equipment, Vehicles & Machinery
- Safely operate tractors, farm machinery, vehicles, and trailers efficiently (onsite farm vehicle provided)
- Ability to trailer livestock and large equipment with confidence
- Properly service and perform routine maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on all family vehicles ensuring they are always operational (ex: cars, SUV’s, trucks, trailers, 4-wheelers, tractors, etc)
Pasture, Land & Infrastructure Management
- Knowledge of pasture grasses, including planting schedules, grass selection, gardening, and proper fertilization schedules
- Maintain exceptionally healthy pastures and support rotational grazing
- Build, repair, and maintain property fencing (wood, wire, electric fencing)
- Maintain and troubleshoot livestock, irrigation, and garden water systems
Farm Appearance & Hosting Readiness
- Maintain clean, organized, and well-kept barns, grounds, equipment, and work areas presentable at all times
- Prepare the farm for hosting family, friends, and guests year-round
- Friendly, personable, and enthusiastic in showcasing the property and educating guests about the grounds
- Comfortable as the property’s primary point of contact with a servant-heart mentality
Construction & Skilled Labor
- Assist and partner with any construction, woodworking, and general building projects
- Perform repairs and improvements across farm structures
- Basic electrical experience is a strong plus
Safety, Family & Emergency Readiness
- In an emergency, ability to be onsite in a short notice timeframe (15-30 minutes)
- Calm, level-headed, and capable in the event of medical or farm-related emergencies
- Comfortable working around children and dogs
- Willing to take on the physical demands and inherent risks of farm work
- Not afraid of long hours, hands-on labor, or challenging situations
Requirements:
- 10+ years of property, livestock or farm hand experience
- Extensive farm experience
- Willingness to work non-traditional hours (including weekends, holidays)
- Must be based in Awendaw or McClellanville, SC
Strongly Preferred:
- Aligned with the values and culture of a faith-centered household
- High moral character rooted in integrity, humility, responsibility, and respect
- Strong communicator who is trustworthy, dependable, honest, hardworking, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
- Demonstrates stewardship toward animals, land, equipment, and people
- Hands-on, with a strong interest in building and repairing
- Calm, safety-conscious, and proud of quality craftsmanship
- Flexible to seasonal and family needs
Other:
- Competitive compensation
- Benefits stipend potential
- Long-term opportunity with stability if success is proven
TO APPLY:
Forward cover letter & resume to our email address.
Email
[email protected]
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