Part Time Farmers Market Manager

Description

This is a temporary position anticipated to last from June 20th through September 26th, 2026.

General Definition of Work

This position oversees the day-to-day operations of the Warren County Farmers Market and reports to the County Extension Director.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks

• Open, close and operate the Farmers Market each Saturday; maintain detailed records of vendor, revenues and customer accounts.
• Plan and prepare for operation of the Farmers Market.
• Required hours are Saturdays, 6:30am-2pm. Typical weekday hours are 4 hours per day, two days per week.
• Plan and facilitate Farmers Market Advisory committee meetings.
• Search for, initiate and gather necessary documentation to acquire available grants and sponsors.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies.
• Supports coordination with the Visit NC Farms Mobile App administrator.
• Cookbook training opportunities for vendors, i.e. food safety, vendor presentations, etc.
• Fiscal management of farmers market budget and vendor booths.
• Enforce farmers market rules and regulations and address issues with the public as they arise.
• Facility management.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of farming practices or related field.
• 2 or more years' experience with customer service.
• Strong computer literacy, oral and written communication skills.
• Able to plan, implement, market, manage and evaluate programs and market facilities.
• Promotional experience is preferred.

Education And Experience

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school with a preferred two-year degree or higher in Agriculture Marketing or related discipline.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions including heat, sun exposure, wind and rain.
• Active work requiring the exertion of up to 25 pounds of force frequently and a negligible amount of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Reaching, fingering, and repetitive motions.
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.
• The worker is subject to adverse environmental conditions.
• Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment, including computer, hand tools, etc.

Special Requirements

• Possession of an appropriate driver’s license valid in the State of North Carolina that is in good standing and reliable transportation.

Required Question

Do you have a valid driver's license in good standing?