City of Alexandria, Virginia
Part-Time Farmer's Market Manager
City of Alexandria, Virginia, Alexandria, Virginia, us, 22350
Overview
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City of Alexandria, Virginia The City of Alexandria is located in Northern Virginia and is bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River), Arlington and Fairfax counties. With a population of approximately 150,000 and a land area of 15.75 square miles, Alexandria is the seventh largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Alexandria has a charming waterfront and is a unique and historic place to live and work. About one-quarter of the City's square miles have been designated as a national or local historic district. We proudly embrace our rich history and seize the endless opportunities that lie ahead. If you are interested in working for the vibrant City of Alexandria, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our
Part-Time Farmers Market Manager
position in the Department of General Services.
The Opportunity – Responsibilities
Manages the operations of the Old Town Farmers' Market from set up to break down every Saturday including management of support staff
Reviews and evaluates vendor applications
Plans and manages activities for the market including staffing, volunteers, music, food demos, educational and children’s events
Ensures vendor compliance with all market regulations
Coordinates and assigns vendor spaces
Maintains positive relationships with vendors, stays current with vendor offerings, maintains communication with vendors
Maintains relationships with the Alexandria Health Department, Finance, Code Administration, VDACS and other related City and regulatory agencies
Promotes the use of nutrition assistance programs such as SNAP/EBT
Works with staff to ensure that the Market is clean, free of trash and litter, during and after the close of the Market
Tracks fee revenue and expenditures related to Market operations
Provides clear and effective direction and guidance to market support staff
Serves as emergency contact for accidents, medical emergencies, safety or crime issues, severe weather, natural disasters or special events to City staff, market participants and vendors
Maintains and provides updates to the Old Town Farmers' Market webpage and social media accounts
Performs related work as required
About The Department The Department of General Services' mission is to provide exceptional management of the City's real estate, facilities, and other support services for all our customers. The Department of General Services staff strives to provide our customers with unmatched services by proactively managing the City's assets to support the delivery of services to the City of Alexandria, responding to service requests in a timely manner, listening to our customers, and ensuring that our customers are satisfied with the resolution.
Minimum & Additional Requirements Four-year degree; one to three years of experience in farmers’ market management, marketing, customer service, event planning, public relations and/or related fields; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Preferred Qualifications Excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills required. Ability to handle multiple assignments, manage strict timelines and deadlines, and strong organizational skills. Outstanding attention to detail; ability to operate independently and in a team environment with little supervision. MS Office suite experience preferred, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database experience. Experience in public relations, social media, marketing, customer service and event planning a plus. Passion for farmers' markets and local foods, economic development and sustainability. Applicants must be able to work every Saturday.
Notes This is a part-time position (25 hours per-week) and candidates must be available to attend and staff the Market every Saturday beginning at 5:00 a.m. year-round rain or shine.
This position requires the successful completion of pre-employment background checks including but not limited to drug testing and criminal background.
The Department of General Services (DGS) is a first response department and as such all DGS employees are deemed essential or emergency personnel and may be required to report to work when the City government is open with liberal leave or closed during emergencies.
We are proud to welcome you to explore the City of Alexandria's excellent benefits and programs!
Click Here To Learn More About Employee Benefits
Click here to learn more about the City's Employee Development Program
The benefits referenced on this site may be changed from time to time without notice. Temporary and some part-time positions are not eligible for these benefits. For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team of Human Resources at DHR.TA@alexandriava.gov.
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Join to apply for the
Part-Time Farmer's Market Manager
role at
City of Alexandria, Virginia The City of Alexandria is located in Northern Virginia and is bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River), Arlington and Fairfax counties. With a population of approximately 150,000 and a land area of 15.75 square miles, Alexandria is the seventh largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Alexandria has a charming waterfront and is a unique and historic place to live and work. About one-quarter of the City's square miles have been designated as a national or local historic district. We proudly embrace our rich history and seize the endless opportunities that lie ahead. If you are interested in working for the vibrant City of Alexandria, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our
Part-Time Farmers Market Manager
position in the Department of General Services.
The Opportunity – Responsibilities
Manages the operations of the Old Town Farmers' Market from set up to break down every Saturday including management of support staff
Reviews and evaluates vendor applications
Plans and manages activities for the market including staffing, volunteers, music, food demos, educational and children’s events
Ensures vendor compliance with all market regulations
Coordinates and assigns vendor spaces
Maintains positive relationships with vendors, stays current with vendor offerings, maintains communication with vendors
Maintains relationships with the Alexandria Health Department, Finance, Code Administration, VDACS and other related City and regulatory agencies
Promotes the use of nutrition assistance programs such as SNAP/EBT
Works with staff to ensure that the Market is clean, free of trash and litter, during and after the close of the Market
Tracks fee revenue and expenditures related to Market operations
Provides clear and effective direction and guidance to market support staff
Serves as emergency contact for accidents, medical emergencies, safety or crime issues, severe weather, natural disasters or special events to City staff, market participants and vendors
Maintains and provides updates to the Old Town Farmers' Market webpage and social media accounts
Performs related work as required
About The Department The Department of General Services' mission is to provide exceptional management of the City's real estate, facilities, and other support services for all our customers. The Department of General Services staff strives to provide our customers with unmatched services by proactively managing the City's assets to support the delivery of services to the City of Alexandria, responding to service requests in a timely manner, listening to our customers, and ensuring that our customers are satisfied with the resolution.
Minimum & Additional Requirements Four-year degree; one to three years of experience in farmers’ market management, marketing, customer service, event planning, public relations and/or related fields; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Preferred Qualifications Excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills required. Ability to handle multiple assignments, manage strict timelines and deadlines, and strong organizational skills. Outstanding attention to detail; ability to operate independently and in a team environment with little supervision. MS Office suite experience preferred, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database experience. Experience in public relations, social media, marketing, customer service and event planning a plus. Passion for farmers' markets and local foods, economic development and sustainability. Applicants must be able to work every Saturday.
Notes This is a part-time position (25 hours per-week) and candidates must be available to attend and staff the Market every Saturday beginning at 5:00 a.m. year-round rain or shine.
This position requires the successful completion of pre-employment background checks including but not limited to drug testing and criminal background.
The Department of General Services (DGS) is a first response department and as such all DGS employees are deemed essential or emergency personnel and may be required to report to work when the City government is open with liberal leave or closed during emergencies.
We are proud to welcome you to explore the City of Alexandria's excellent benefits and programs!
Click Here To Learn More About Employee Benefits
Click here to learn more about the City's Employee Development Program
The benefits referenced on this site may be changed from time to time without notice. Temporary and some part-time positions are not eligible for these benefits. For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team of Human Resources at DHR.TA@alexandriava.gov.
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