Conference Director

Job Title: Conference Director
Organization: Organic Growers School
Application Deadline: June 26, 2026
Position Type: Part-Time, Hybrid | Asheville, NC
Classification: Non-Exempt Employee

Position Overview
Organic Growers School is seeking an experienced Conference Director to lead our Annual Spring Conference, one of the Southeast’s premier gatherings for organic growers and farmers. This part-time role (averaging 25 hrs/week) owns the full lifecycle of the conference: shaping curriculum, directing a cross-functional team, managing speaker and vendor relationships, overseeing on-site logistics, and driving continuous improvement year over year. The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of large-scale event planning and curriculum development experience, strong leadership skills, and a genuine commitment to sustainable food systems and equity. Candidates must be based in Western NC.

Compensation: Pay is $25.84/hour with part-time benefits.

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