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How much do assistant farm manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant farm manager in Portland, OR is $20.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.30 and $22.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by assistant farm managers, and how can they be addressed?

Assistant Farm Managers often encounter challenges such as adapting to unpredictable weather conditions, managing labor schedules, and balancing administrative tasks with hands-on farm work. Effective communication with the farm owner and team, flexibility in planning, and staying updated on agricultural best practices can help address these challenges. Building strong relationships with suppliers, workers, and local agricultural advisors also contributes to smoother operations and problem-solving.

What does an assistant farm manager do?

An Assistant Farm Manager supports the Farm Manager in overseeing daily operations of a farm. This includes supervising farm workers, maintaining equipment, monitoring crops and livestock, managing supply inventories, and assisting with planning and record-keeping. They often help implement best practices for planting, harvesting, and animal care to ensure productivity and sustainability. The role may also involve administrative tasks such as budgeting, ordering supplies, and ensuring compliance with agricultural regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant farm manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Farm Manager, you need a solid background in agriculture, knowledge of crop or livestock management, and often a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with farm management software, machinery operation, and safety certifications are typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills set top candidates apart. These skills are crucial for ensuring efficient farm operations, team productivity, and the successful achievement of production goals.

What is the difference between Assistant Farm Manager vs Farm Supervisor?

AspectAssistant Farm ManagerFarm Supervisor
CredentialsExperience in agriculture, possibly some certifications in farm management or related fieldsExperience in farming, often with specific crop or livestock knowledge; certifications vary
Work EnvironmentFarm settings, overseeing daily operations, supporting farm managementFarm settings, supervising workers, ensuring crop/livestock care
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by farms, agricultural companies, and cooperativesCommonly used in farms, agricultural operations, and large-scale farms

The Assistant Farm Manager supports farm operations alongside the Farm Manager, focusing on daily tasks and team coordination. The Farm Supervisor typically oversees workers directly, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently. While both roles require agricultural experience, the Assistant Farm Manager often has broader responsibilities and may assist in management decisions, whereas the Farm Supervisor concentrates on supervising staff and operational execution.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Farm Manager job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,792 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

Seasonal Market Garden Assistant (PT)

Tabula Rasa Farms

Carlton, OR • On-site

$17/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Description

ABOUT TABULA RASA FARMS

Tabula Rasa Farms is a 440 acre, diversified, regenerative farm that sits amongst the foothills of Oregon's Coast Range, 4 miles west of Carlton, OR. We have an integrated livestock and garden operation where we raise grass-fed/grass-finished cattle, forested and pasture-raised heritage breed hogs, laying hens, and turkeys. Our 3 acre market garden runs a 4-season program growing 140 varieties of vegetables and fruits supporting local restaurants and a CSA program.


Tabula Rasa Farms is part of the ecosystem of The Ground which is based in the beautiful Willamette Valley. The Ground is a business that connects farm, food, and people through hospitality.


WHY WE NEED YOU

We are seeking a self-motivated, skilled individual with a passion for gardening to assist during our peak season in our market garden. This is a part-time position, working Tuesday-Thursday, and likely working through December


The Seasonal Garden Assistant works closely with the Market Garden Leads, Farm Operations Manager and other farm employees to assist with planting, harvesting, washing, packaging, and cleaning fresh produce. Your responsibilities include helping with weeding, pruning, plant and soil maintenance, seeding, transplanting, and more. Other duties include keeping accurate records of all market garden operations, such as seeding and harvesting schedules, pest and diseases. As a garden assistant, you will use a variety of hand tools and machinery to complete your tasks, so you should be familiar with garden equipment. Occasionally, you may also help with feeding, watering, and moving livestock as needed.


Responsibilities:

  • Be receptive to learning new methods of farming/gardening and sharing existing knowledge of farming/gardening.
  • Support food production goals and ongoing garden maintenance through daily tasks such as seeding, planting, watering, weeding, mulching and mowing.
  • Propagate plants from seed in high tunnel.
  • Process vegetables for distribution including harvesting, washing, bunching, and packing.
  • Perform light data entry and other record-keeping.
  • Maintain garden areas by operating gas-powered string trimmer, tiller, and mower as needed.
  • Install, maintain, and operate drip and overhead irrigation systems.
  • Occasional farm and animal assistance dependent on need and other work priorities.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

Must-Have:

  • Current, valid driver's license and clean driving record in order to be insurable for farm vehicle use
  • Reliable transportation
  • 1-2 years of experience in small-scale farming or vegetable gardening.
  • Ability to maintain focus while performing repetitive tasks
  • Ready to work outside, in all types of weather
  • Able to meet the physical demands of farm labor, such as walking, standing, reaching, stooping, squatting, lifting up to 50 lbs and working indoors and outdoors in cold, hot or wet conditions on uneven surfaces
  • Excited to learn/deepen knowledge of market gardening best practices and techniques
  • Open to direction and working well in a team

Nice-to-Have:

  • Comfortable using Microsoft suite.
  • Experience with BCS (or other) walk-behind-tractors and implements.
  • Experience with irrigation system installation and repair, both drip and overhead.
  • Experience starting plants in a greenhouse or high tunnel.
  • Experience using tractors, skid steers, and related implements.

Schedule:

Part time: Average 24-30 hrs/week, Tuesday-Thursday

Full time: 40+ hrs/week, Monday-Friday


Wages and Benefits:

$17/hr

No benefits as this is a temporary, seasonal position


HABLAMOS ESPANOL, COMUNIQUESE PARA OBTENER INFORMACION ADICIONAL, GRACIAS!

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