Vacancy caducado!
Mission Statement:
The Homer Farmers Market welcomes all growers of farm, garden, and greenhouse produce to participate in a weekly market. The Homer Farmers Market was established in 2000 to aid in the development of a sustainable local agricultural community for the benefit of the greater community of the Kachemak Bay area by:
-Being an outlet for producers of small quantities of products.
-Providing the consumer with an opportunity to purchase excellent garden/farm-fresh products.
-Expanding economic activity.
-Fostering consumer-producer education and relations.
Position Summary:
The Homer Farmers Market (HFM) is entering its 22nd season and is in search of a new Market Director. We are looking for a candidate that is passionate about local foods and building community, with experience in customer relations and event management. The market has grown a lot since its inception and is now an important aspect of our local food systems community. The HFM Board of Directors (BOD) are looking for someone who can work effectively and compassionately with staff, vendors, volunteers and the general public. We are a non-profit organization and strive to maintain connection between local producers and healthy food consumers in and around our community of Homer. There is great opportunity for growth and flexibility in this management level position and we excitedly await your application!
PAY: $18/hr starting
POSITION: Part time (10 hours/month, offseason, 16 hours/ week during market season, with potential for more), variable hours throughout year
OPENING DATE: Upon Release
CLOSING DATE: 12/10/2020 or until position is filled
Responsibilities may include and are not limited to:
Design and develop annual HFM season with BOD and staff
Hires and manages staff of approximately 5 people (recruiting, training, scheduling)
Manage daily operations of a healthy, safe and secure HFM environment
Recruit, train and manage a diverse team of Volunteers
Fundraising and grant research/application/management process
Supervise Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT/Alaska Quest Card) Program
Oversees management of community programming and partnerships
Manage budget and demonstrate proficiency in Quickbooks
Represent HFM throughout the year for all community, statewide and national correspondences
Treat everyone with respect and dignity (even on cloudy days). We are a diverse bunch
Tasks may include and are not limited to:
Conduct evaluation of Market consumers- vendors and customers- on annual basis
During market season- enforce all policies and rules agreed upon by BOD
Provide clear verbal and written instructions to staff, volunteers, vendors and public
Attend Board of Directors monthly meetings
Assist in development and implementation of HFM policy and procedures
Maintain market correspondence year round
Plan and manage fundraiser events as needed
Apply for appropriate and relevant grants on an as-needed basis
Participate in continuing education/leadership trainings (ex” annual Farmers Market Conference)
Track market stats and generate yearly end report
Create Annual Meeting mailing and content
Manage correspondence with Bookkeeping services
Maintain close working relationship with Treasurer/Bookkeeper to ensure proper records keeping and financial management
Update website and maintain HFM social media presence
Correspond regularly with Department of Environmental Conservation to ensure legal, ethical and safe operation of HFM (proper permissions, licenses, insurances, permits)
Correspond with Homer Police on issues related to any violations of BOD policies and land rights
Manage post-season clean up
Required Qualifications and Skills:
Strong interest/passion for supporting sustainable food systems and community resilience
Ability to be tactful, courteous, and compassionate with the public, staff, volunteers and BOD’s at all times; occasionally in difficult customer service and interpersonal situations
Manage varying tasks simultaneously in an organized and efficient manner
Ability to be flexible with schedule and transitional roles as seasons shift (on season/off season)
Demonstrate strong organizational, administrative, managerial and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Encourage and participate in creative problem solving and teamwork
Ability to work in all weather conditions
Demonstrate sound and professional judgment
To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and three references to email listed above
Thank you,
Homer Farmers Market Board of Directors
Vacancy caducado!