Work with Good Local Markets

 
 

Please send resume with cover letter to info@goodlocalmarkets.org

Executive Director

Good Local Markets seeks a passionate, committed, self proclaimed locavore to become the Executive Director of Good Local Markets. The Executive Director is responsible for developing and maintaining Good Local Markets farmers markets, programing, finances, and operations. This person understands the big picture strategy for this non-profit farmers market organization and works on creating strategic goals to support vendors and increase food access programs. The Executive Director is responsible for the health of the non-profit, as well as the farmers markets themselves. The ideal candidate has knowledge of local agriculture, non-profit management experience, and excellent grant writing skills. This position is full-time, salaried, and reports to the GLM Board of Directors.

Primary Responsibilities:

Financials and Fundraising:

  • Executive Director is responsible for managing the budget and income for the organization

  • Must write grants to cover program expenses and meet grant needs through data collection and reporting

  • Ensure the farmers markets are viable financially and that vendors pay their fees 

  • Analyze budget and ensure the organization is financially sound and responsible

  • Work with partner organizations such as GROW North Texas on USDA grants and fulfill MOUs

Market Operations:

  • The Executive Director is responsible for the operations of the farmers market which includes managing city permits, liability and insurance, and partnership with our hosts

  • Responsible for securing the location of the market, marketing of the markets, set up and flow of the market, and vendor relations for the market.

  • Manages the market managers and staff who are at market setting up, tearing down, and managing the token program.

  • The Executive Director is expected to be present at all markets in order to develop relationships with vendors and customers

Vendor Management:

  • The Executive Director is responsible for developing and enforcing the rules and regulations of the market for vendors

  • Recruit, process, schedule and maintain relationships with vendors

  • Ensure the integrity of the market is intact. Producer-Only. Handmade. Local Only. 

  • Inspect farms and ranches for marketing purposes, relationship building, and enforcement of our local only rule

  • The Executive Director supports our vendors inside and outside of market as part of our mission to incubate small businesses. This includes helping with permits, connecting to other vendors and resources, and advocating for farmer rights 

  • Advocate for eating local and the hardships of local farming

Marketing: 

Executive Director is responsible for all promotional needs for Good Local Markets and will work closely with Graphic Designer to develop marketing materials such as informational cards, market currency, posters, social tiles and more

  • Must maintain website, social media outlets, newsletter, and post in community pages

  • Develop a marketing plan that includes supporting food access and our SNAP/WIC programs

  • Create market merchandise such as t shirts

  • Be prepared at any moment for press releases, news reports, interviews, and tv spots

Administration:

  • Data collection and data entry 

  • Maintain and develop budget

  • Work with CPA to keep record of income and expenditures as well as help prepare taxes

  • Write checks to rent, bills, etc

  • Maintain payroll for staff

  • Responsible for bank accounts, vendors payments, etc.

Human Resources:

  • Hire and train market staff

  • Manage market manager schedule and fill in as needed

  • Assist vendors through issues, quarrels, etc. 

Qualifications:

  • Non-profit management experience desired

  • Grant-writing experience

  • Knowledge of food systems and agricultural practices

  • Social media and marketing experience

  • Program management experience

  • Outdoor event experience desired

Working Conditions:

  • The Executive Director may work from home if they so chose, however must complete accounting at the GLM office 

  • Attendance at weekend markets is required (Saturday and Sunday)

  • There may be stressful conditions involving weather elements, and competing deadlines

  • There may be need for hours beyond a regular workday, including holidays (excluding Christmas and New Years)

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, read, and write. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use tactical motions.

  • This position requires the ability to occasionally and repeatedly lift supplies up to 40 pounds. 

  • This role involves being outside in all weather conditions to support vendors and market crew as needed. This includes rain, heat, and cold. 

 

Weekend Market Manager

Good Local Markets is looking for a Market Manager to oversee the operations of our weekend farmers markets, White Rock Farmers Market and Lakewood Village Farmers Market. This is a seasonal, part time, hourly position. Hours fluctuate monthly based on market season.

The Market Manager is the on-site person responsible for the farmers market. They set up and tear down the market,  oversee all operations during market hours at the information booth, and wrap up the market in the office with data input. The Market Manager builds and maintains positive relationships with vendors, customers, community partners, and neighboring businesses to create a safe and vibrant gathering place. Market Managers are expected to have a thorough understanding of Good Local Markets mission and goals, and uphold them at the market. 

The Market Manager must be comfortable leading, identifying problems, and creating a fun and educational experience for both customers and vendors. They are responsible for enforcing policies and assuring a smooth and safe operation. The ideal Market Manager possesses strong customer service skills, an ability to work under pressure and time constraints, has excellent conflict resolution skills, a positive attitude, and ability to think on their feet in an ever-changing environment. This is a physical, public facing, outdoor job that requires the ability to lift heavy equipment in and out of a van. Working conditions include but are not limited to rain, heat, freezing temperatures and wind. 

About You: 

You are an outgoing, enthusiastic, community builder that has a passion for supporting local businesses and agriculture. You have extensive customer service experience, and quick problem solving skills. You have knowledge about Texas Agriculture, a passion for eating local, and a natural ability to educate the public about both. You are a morning person, and are able to work in all weather conditions with a smile (rain, heat, storms, wind). You have a positive attitude, eagerness to assist others, but are able to remain stern on rules and enforce them. You are able to make quick decisions regarding safety. 

Job Responsibilities

Farmers Market Operations:

1. Manages Lakewood Tower Farmers Market, 6301 Gaston Ave, Sundays from 7:00am-2pm(ish) end time dependent on breakdown

2. Manages White Rock Farmers Market, 6044 Santa Clara Dr, Saturdays 5:45am-1pm(ish) end time dependent on breakdown 

  • Drive the equipment van prior to market vendors and staff for set up

  • Set-up and break-down market tents, tables, signage, etc

  • Coordinate and welcome vendors and direct them to their assigned booths

  • Man the information booth and run the token program

  • Collect any vendor fees at market

  • Take social media pictures and videos of market and vendor products

  • Redeem tokens and fill out reporting paperwork 

  • Sell merchandise at the informational booth

  • Provide customer service to market customers

  • Administrative Duties:

  • Accounting- Counts market money, prepares deposits

  • Data Entry- Enters data after each market in an excel spreadsheet

Requirements:

Must have a clean driving record, reliable car big enough to fit a tent set up in case of emergency, and ability to drive a large passenger van

Must be able to lift 30 lbs repeatedly, and be able to stand on your feet for hours

Work weekends early mornings

Experience working outdoors in various weather conditions

Strong background in Customer Service

Data entry skills and experience working with excel spreadsheets

Ability to understand rules and comfort holding others accountable

Passion for local food and farms; knowledge of community food systems a plus

Inclusiveness and respect for diversity