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Assistant Market Manager
The Foothill Farmers' Market Association (FFMA) is seeking to hire one or more persons as Assistant Market Managers to assist with operations of one or more Certified Farmers' Markets operated in greater Placer County, a geographic range extending from the valley/foothill communities to the Tahoe area.
A Certified Farmers' Market is an area designated by a county Agriculture inspector in which California farmers may sell crops of their own production directly to the public without a middleman or wholesaler. Certified Farmers' Markets are the only place – other than their farm – where farmers can sell directly to consumers. In addition, an ancillary section of the farmers’ market contains crafters and food producers. FFMA, as the market's operator, coordinates with the vendors and the customers to create a positive and successful retail experience.
Under the direction of the Association Market Manager, the Assistant Market Manager ensures that the markets operate in compliance with state law, health codes and organizational rules, assists with logistical support and plans and participates in promotional activities, both at the market and at community outreach opportunities. The Assistant Market Manager also assists with office duties related to planning, record-keeping and correspondence for the market.

Duties:
• Act as an on-site manager for one or more weekly Certified Farmers' Markets, ensuring markets operate in compliance with state law, health regulations and association rules and regulations.
• Oversee the set-up, operation and shut-down of the Farmers' Market. Ensure the market site is clean at the end of each market day.
• Collect payment from farmers at each market; complete logs and reports and make bank deposits.
• Provide customer service to consumers at the market by establishing and staffing a market information/retail sales booth.
• Assist in recruiting farmers and other producers to participate in the market.
• Work with farmers and other vendors to respond to questions and concerns.
• Enact market promotions including product sampling as directed by the organization's Market Manager.
• Assist in scheduling and hosting market events as directed by the organization's Market Manager.
• Establish relationships with business and community groups in the neighborhoods surrounding the market to promote the market.
• Assist in community outreach by representing the organization at community events and distributing promotional materials.
• Assist in planning, record-keeping, correspondence and other office activities to support the market and the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Able to work well in a team-based environment.
• Experience with Certified Farmers' Markets or California agriculture a strong plus.
• Experience with computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Publisher.
• Willingness to show initiative and creativity.
Requirements:
• This position requires the employee to work in an office environment and outside in all weather conditions.
• This position requires the employee to interact with farmers and other vendors as well as the general public.
• This position requires the employee to be able to lift equipment in and out of a van, to lift equipment off the ground, and to be able to lift items over his/her head.
• This position requires the employee to be a licensed driver with a safe driving record.
• This position requires weekend work and may require early morning work or evening work (depending on market schedule).
• This position requires reliable transportation (due the location and timing of some markets, public transportation is not appropriate).
Conditions and Benefits:
• This position may be 6-20 hours per week depending upon the interest of the applicant. PLEASE SPECIFY YOUR PREFERENCE IN YOUR COVER LETTER.
• This position is seasonal (through early fall) depending upon the interest of the applicant.
• Starting wages for the position are $14 - $15 per hour, depending on experience.
• Assist in planning, record-keeping, correspondence and other office activities to support these promotional activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.