Administrative and Social Media Assistant

Employment Status: Part-Time, Temporary, Non-Exempt

Work Environment: Remote (with hybrid option)

Office Location: Wheat Ridge, CO

Job Duration: June 2026-September 2026, Flexible Schedule 

Hours and Pay: 20 hours per week @ $20/hour

Reports to: Project Manager

About Us

LoCo Lab delivers innovative technological and system solutions that strengthen the livelihoods of independent farmers by placing them at the center of their supply chains. We are the technology partner on a $50M USDA-funded grant through Oregon State University to expand potato and hemp markets in the Pacific Northwest. In collaboration with farmers and Native American tribes, we are verifying sustainable practices through Farmer-First Verify, a blockchain tool to support farmers, and building a marketing pro

gram that gives farmers marketing support and tools. 

Job Overview

We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and independently motivated individual to support LoCo Lab’s administrative operations and its associated marketing program, Farmer- First. Our work focuses on empowering independent farmers and creators by building the technology, infrastructure, and systems they need to thrive. This role emphasizes scheduling, documentation, social media support, and professional communication to ensure smooth coordination across projects and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience or strong capability in scheduling and coordinating meetings across teams, partners, and external collaborators.
• Experience or demonstrated capability in managing, structuring, and maintaining organized electronic documentation and knowledge systems.
• Experience or demonstrated capability in supporting the management, structure, and maintenance of multiple social media campaigns.
• Strong professional communication skills, with the ability to correspond clearly, diplomatically, and effectively across a variety of channels.
• A proactive and flexible approach to working independently while also contributing to collaborative team environments.
• Interest in supporting innovation at the intersection of agriculture, creative industries, and emerging technologies.

General Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to a small, fast-moving team
• Schedule and coordinate virtual and in-person meetings across multiple projects
• Manage calls, emails, and requests with professionalism and discretion
• Track, process, and organize receipts and invoices
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date filing and documentation systems

Social Media Responsibilities

• Publish and schedule content across Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn per the content calendar for Farmer-First participating and other farmers for approximately 5-6 campaigns.
• Promptly flag engagement opportunities, anomalies, or issues to the team 
• Track and report on basic performance metrics weekly, focusing on what types of content perform best, the channels highest interactions, best posting windows, and differences in metrics week to week
• Stay current on platform trends, algorithm updates, and emerging formats – and brief the team on anything relevant
• Coordinate with the LoCo Lab team to ensure posts go out accurately and on schedule
• Upload necessary assets to LATER for socials and from the post of Farm Stories

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Google Workspace and virtual meeting platforms (e.g, Zoom)
• Experience with online project management tools (e.g., Monday, Google Drive, Box, and LATER)
• Preferred background supporting creative or agricultural initiatives
• Experience with business social media accounts

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong organizational and planning abilities
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
• Proactive, self-motivated, and adaptable in fast-paced environments
• Dependable problem solver with a collaborative mindset and openness to feedback

The Details

• This position begins as a three-month contract, with the potential for renewal or extension based on performance and organizational needs.
• The responsibilities described above are not intended to be a comprehensive list. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned as needed to meet the evolving needs of the organization.
• Nothing in this description should be construed as a guarantee of continued employment beyond the stated contract period. 
• Employment with LoCo Lab is on an at-will basis, meaning either the employee or the company may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, as permitted by law.
• All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of applicable background checks and verification of work authorization in the United States.

Application Instructions

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter through the LinkedIn posting.

LoCo Lab is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.