What are the responsibilities and job description for the Market Manager and Community Engagement Coordinator position at Carolina Farm Stewardship Association?
About The Organization
Operating since 2009, the Western Wake Farmers Market is a non-profit market located in Morrisville NC. The market connects the community with local food producers, offering fresh local foods, seasonal festivals, live music, and artisan crafts every Saturday year round.
Job Description
Operating since 2009, the Western Wake Farmers Market is a non-profit market located in Morrisville NC. The market connects the community with local food producers, offering fresh local foods, seasonal festivals, live music, and artisan crafts every Saturday year round.
Job Description
- Lead all Saturday market operations, including setup, breakdown, volunteers, ‘themed’ nutrition events, booth assignments, and the Information Tent.
- Serve as the primary liaison between vendors, customers, volunteers, Town staff, community partners, and the Board.
- Manage SNAP/EBT, Double Bucks, Senior Bucks, and Produce 2 Pantry programs and reporting.
- Recruit vendors and coordinate applications, inspections, and weekly communications.
- Manage newsletters, website updates, social media, musicians, and special events.
- Maintain market records, prepare Board reports, and support strategic initiatives.
- passion for local agriculture
- friendly and engaging personality
- ability to work independently
- experience with bookkeeping/cash handling/common office software
- ability to lift 25 pounds
- reliable transportation
- availability Saturday mornings
- Minimum $18 per hour
- Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to president@westernwakefarmersmarket.org
Salary : $18