Farmers Market Assistant Manager

Food Systems, Marketing & Communications, Natural Resource Management, Agriscience, or a related field.
● Possession of a valid State of Michigan Operator’s License.
● Previous knowledge of or familiarity with and applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations, regarding food, labeling, and retailing. Or, the desire and capacity to learn and understand these rules.
● A familiarity with typical rules and regulations Farmers Markets impose on vendors or the desire and capacity to learn and understand these requirements.
● Ability to work other than normal business hours, specifically, availability every Saturday, from 5:00 am to 4:00 pm, and most Wednesdays from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
● Ability to work effectively within deadlines, under stress, and with changing work priorities.
● Physical ability to lift 50 lbs., including signs, barriers, or tents to assist with market set-up.
● Capability to work in all weather conditions.
● Good writing skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office, Word, or other writing software.
● Photo and video editing proficiency, especially within social media platforms. Ability to use Canva, Adobe Illustrator, or equivalent. regard
Desired Qualifications:
● Farmers’ Market experience either as a vendor or as a Market volunteer or staff person.
● Experience working with people and/or volunteers to accomplish a common goal.
● Proficiency and confidence during public speaking and in written communication.
● A passion for the outdoors, local food, recreation, community organizing, conservation, and sustainable management of natural resources.
● Previous knowledge or experience in using Social Media for business or non–profit.
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
● Working in this position, an individual may spend most of their time outdoors at the Market or away from the office or entirely in the office depending on the season, the week or the work needed. This may include travels to other locations, to vendor locations and require one to regularly work in diverse settings, including outdoor weather conditions. The position will require working hours outside of regular business hours. Outdoor work is a requirement, and candidates must have or obtain all weather gear for rain, snow and other conditions.
Time Period of Position:
● 20 hours/week is expected with the exception of holidays. Hours will generally be Mondays through Saturdays.

The Meridian Township Parks and Recreation Department is a multi-disciplinary agency responsible for managing over 924 acres of parkland across 29 parks, 20 miles of trails, and 956 acres of preserved land in 23 land preserves as well as overseeing the highly successful Meridian Township Farmers’ Market. The Parks and Recreation Department promotes environmental stewardship, recreation programming, facility management, and community engagement through events and sustainable initiatives.

The Meridian Township Farmers’ Market was established in 1974. Today, it is a year-round market that features nearly 200 vendors throughout the year, attracts over 80,000 visitors annually, and emphasizes sustainability, healthy food access, and community outreach. While successful, there is much more the Market Management could do, and why we are seeking to build our capacity by bringing on board the new position of Farmers’ Market Assistant.

Please follow this link to apply....https://meridian.applicantpool.com/jobs/926641