Assistant Farmers Market Manager-Hayward

Job Description

Job Description

JOB
SUMMARY  

The Agricultural Institute of Marin is seeking a dedicated part-time Assistant Farmers Market Manager for our year- round farmers market that occurs every Saturday in Hayward. This is an entry-level position with potential for a career pathway in farmers markets operations, agricultural education, or local food systems strategies.

ESSENTIAL
DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Assist the Market Manager with market setup, operations, and site security 

• Set up and break down market equipment, signage, information booth, restrooms, entertainment areas, and waste disposal stations 

• Staff the information booth, provide excellent customer service, and process customer transactions 

• Operate the EBT program by processing EBT transactions and distributing tokens to purchase healthy foods 

• Maintain positive relationships with market participants, customers, staff, community organizations, businesses, and government partners 

QUALIFICATIONS  

• Must be 21+ years old with a valid California driver’s license and clean driving record. 

• Able to lift and move up to 50 lbs. and load/unload equipment. 

• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. 

• Able to multitask, stay calm under pressure, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. 

• Self-motivated, positive, dependable, and a team player with excellent attendance. 

• Interest in food, agriculture, and local farming. 

• Available to work early mornings and extended hours on Saturdays. 

HIGHLY
PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS  

• Bilingual
  Spanish
  or
  Chinese Speaking 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/DEMANDS  

• Regularly lifts and moves 50+ lbs. While setting up, operating, and breaking down market equipment, loading/unloading equipment, setting up booth and cafe areas, handling waste and recycling, maintaining clean and sanitary conditions, and standing, walking, bending, twisting, and sitting for extended periods in a fast-paced outdoor environment. 

AIM
EMPLOYEE
EXPECTATIONS:  

• Adhere
  to
  all
  AIM
  Health
  and
  Safety
  policies
  and
  procedures,
  as
  well
  as
  those
  related
  to
  the
  rules
  and regulations as they pertain to our customers and vendors. 

• Administer
  duties
  as
  defined
  by
  the
  AIM
  performance
  review
  plan
  within
  the
  required
  deadlines. 

• Attend
  required
  meetings
  and
  trainings
  as
  assigned. 

• Follow
  all administrative
  organizational
  policies
  and
  procedures. 

• Must
  maintain
  strict
  confidentiality
  related
  to
  vendors,
  staff,
  Board
  and
  other
  AIM
  information. 

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

 

• AIM embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We value diversity at all levels and are committed to fostering an environment in which community members and co-workers from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive.