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
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Assist the Market Manager with market setup, operations, and site security
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Set up and break down market equipment, signage, information booth, restrooms, entertainment areas, and waste disposal stations
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Staff the information booth, provide excellent customer service, and process customer transactions
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Operate the EBT program by processing EBT transactions and distributing tokens to purchase healthy foods
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Maintain positive relationships with market participants, customers, staff, community organizations, businesses, and government partners
QUALIFICATIONS
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Must be 21+ years old with a valid California driver’s license and clean driving record.
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Able to lift and move up to 50 lbs. and load/unload equipment.
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Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
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Able to multitask, stay calm under pressure, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
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Self-motivated, positive, dependable, and a team player with excellent attendance.
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Interest in food, agriculture, and local farming.
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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:
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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.
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Administer
duties
as defined by the AIM performance review plan within the required deadlines.
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Attend required meetings and trainings as assigned.
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Follow all administrative organizational policies and procedures.
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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.
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