NEOGOV · 1 month ago
FARMERS MARKET SPECIALIST
Dumfries, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$22/hr - $22/hrNEOGOV is seeking a Farmers Market Specialist responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Dumfries Farmers Market. The role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, managing vendors, and promoting community engagement through various market activities.
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Responsibilities
Recruit, select, and manage vendors in compliance with food safety regulations and market rules. Coordinate the collection of vendor fees and maintain accurate participation and financial records
Design site maps, assign vendor spaces, and oversee market setup and breakdown. Respond promptly to inquiries from vendors, customers, and the community
Generate promotional content for newsletters, flyers, and social media platforms. Develop partnerships with local organizations to enhance programming. Maintain the Market Information Booth and serve as the public face of the market
Promote and coordinate special events such as themed markets, cooking demonstrations, and holiday activities. Inspect and maintain market equipment and supplies, recommending replacements when necessary
Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers, interns, and market staff. Prepare reports tracking attendance, sales, vendor participation, and SNAP/EBT transactions. Manage SNAP/EBT and Virginia Fresh Match Program in compliance with grant requirements
Conduct farm visits and spot inspections to ensure vendor compliance. Assist with other Town recreation and civic engagement events as assigned
Perform related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
On-site presence during all market hours as well as off-site work during non-market hours
Ensures compliance with Town and state regulations
Supports local farmers and vendors
Works to promote a vibrant, sustainable community market
Represents the Market to vendors, customers, and community partners
Reports to the Recreation and Civic Engagement Manager
Rain-or-shine position requiring both administrative and hands-on duties
Recruit, select, and manage vendors in compliance with food safety regulations and market rules
Coordinate the collection of vendor fees and maintain accurate participation and financial records
Design site maps, assign vendor spaces, and oversee market setup and breakdown
Respond promptly to inquiries from vendors, customers, and the community
Generate promotional content for newsletters, flyers, and social media platforms
Develop partnerships with local organizations to enhance programming
Maintain the Market Information Booth and serve as the public face of the market
Promote and coordinate special events such as themed markets, cooking demonstrations, and holiday activities
Inspect and maintain market equipment and supplies, recommending replacements when necessary
Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers, interns, and market staff
Prepare reports tracking attendance, sales, vendor participation, and SNAP/EBT transactions
Manage SNAP/EBT and Virginia Fresh Match Program in compliance with grant requirements
Conduct farm visits and spot inspections to ensure vendor compliance
Assist with other Town recreation and civic engagement events as assigned
Perform related duties as assigned
Benefits
THIS IS A PART TIME POSITION WITH LIMITED RIGHTS AND BENEFITS
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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