[Sc-aquaponics] Job posting for Freshwater Farms of Ohio

[Dr. Dave Smith]

 Job Listing for Freshwater Farms of Ohio:

*Company Description*

Freshwater Farms of Ohio is an innovative hands-on company founded by Dr.
Dave Smith, Ph.D., an environmental scientist and marine biologist. In
1983, he and his family started converting a former poultry farm into the
world’s first indoor salmonid fish farm using recirculating aquaculture
systems (RAS). The use of solar heating and low energy consumption has also
made it the longest running commercial RAS facility in the US. Nutrient
recovery from effluents used to raise produce such as melons and peppers
was included from the beginning and led to being a pioneer in Aquaponics.
These efforts have been expanded in recent years to testing and developing
new plant components for Aquaponics indoors in the fish barn, in
greenhouses, and in outdoor planting beds. A 19-acre site is under
development adjacent to the original fish farm as the R.A.I.N.B.O.W.
Project (Reutilizing And Integrating Nutrient Byproducts Of Wastewater).
Eco-restoration with native plants and pollinator beds, control of invasive
plants, and beneficial insects for pest control is underway. Propagation of
native water plants is a new priority for sale to water garden and
remediation projects. The farm is open to the public for visitations and
purchases of pond stocking fish, aquatic plants and pond equipment. Future
programs include day camps and other educational efforts, as well as event
rentals and wedding venues.


*Role Description*

This is a full-time on-site role for a Botanical Manager located in Urbana,
OH. The Botanical Manager will be working alongside a botanical/landscape
team responsible for creating and implementing eco-restoration projects and
bio-diversity plantings. Overseeing the cultivation, care, and maintenance
of plants indoors and outdoors all year, the Botanical Manager will
coordinate plant inventory, budget, and the production needs of plants and
flowers for retail sales and special events.


*Qualifications*

   - Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Botany or Biology, Master Gardener
   Certification or relevant experience.
   - Knowledge of greenhouse operations, including plant propagation and
   care, irrigation and fertilization systems, and pest and disease management
   - Excellent communication and public educational skills
   - Ability to lead a team, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and
   adapt to changing priorities
   - Experience in budget management and record-keeping systems
   - Ability to work independently and collaboratively with
   cross-functional teams

Employment Type

Full-time

--Thanks,
Dave

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Dr. Dave Smith, Ph.D.
Freshwater Farms of Ohio, Inc.
2624 N. US Highway 68
Urbana, OH  43078-9537
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phone: 800-634-7434
 or  937-652-3701
fax 937-652-3481
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