We’re excited to announce an incredible leadership role at Homeless Garden Project–Director of Operations. The Homeless Garden Project provides transitional employment and support services to people experiencing homelessness, Integrated with our employment program we operate a dynamic community education and volunteer program that serves more than 1500 people each year. All programs take place in our 3.5 acre organic farm and related social enterprises.

The Homeless Garden Project is looking for a strategic, collaborative, hands-on leader to drive impact across our programs in Santa Cruz.

In this role, you’ll lead a cross-functional team spanning:

• Farm Operations

• Social Enterprise

• Volunteer & Community Education

This is a unique operations role—it’s a chance to bring systems, people, and mission together to create real pathways out of homelessness.

We’re looking for someone who:

-Thinks strategically and executes well

-Leads with collaboration and accountability

-Is solution-oriented

-Thrives in a dynamic, mission-driven environment

If you’re ready to help grow an organization where community, sustainability, and transformation intersect, we want to hear from you.

Learn more and apply: https://homelessgardenproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Director-of-Operations-Job-Description-May-2026.pdf