Assistant Market Manager

Dane County Farmers Market; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The Dane County Farmers’ Market is seeking an Assistant Market Manager to support operations across its four markets year-round in Madison. You will work with the Market Director and Board to ensure smooth stall operations, enforcement of rules, and strong member relations.

This role blends office duties with market-day responsibilities, offers 30 hours per week at $19–$21 per hour, and may transition to full-time in the future. Some duties may be performed remotely when not on-site.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outside in all weather.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, social media platforms, and Google Suite.
• Competency in Adobe Creative Suite and web page design/maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Board and staff to fulfill the mission of the DCFM.
• Oversee stall fee operations for all markets.
• Enforce market rules as outlined in By-laws and Rule Book.
• Maintain clear communication with Market Director, Board, members, and the public.
• Provide member support and office clerical assistance.
• Develop and execute marketing and promotional strategies.

Skills

Social media management

Communication

Customer service

Event coordination

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Creative Suite

Google Suite

Web page design

Job description

Dane County Farmers’ Market Assistant Market Manager

Position Summary:

The Dane County Farmers’ Market is one of the largest and most successful producer-only farmers’ markets in the United States. The market operates year-round in downtown Madison Wisconsin and has grown to include four distinct markets: the Saturday Market on the Square, the Wednesday Market, the Holiday Farmers’ Market, and the Winter Farmers’ Market.

The Assistant Market Manager position requires a diverse skill set, flexibility, and a love for the DCFM. The position also requires an understanding of agriculture, food distribution, and local foods, as well as a demonstrated office and people skills.

This year-round, hourly position requires 30 hours per week, with the possibility of full-time work in the future. The Assistant Market Manager reports directly to and works with the Dane County Farmers’ Market Director. Hourly pay rate is $19 - $21/hour, dependent upon experience.

General Job Responsibilities

• Workwith the Board and staff to fulfill the mission of the DCFM
• Work with the Market Director to oversee the orderly functioning and collection of stall fees for the Saturday Market on the Square, Wednesday Market, Holiday Farmers’ Market, and Winter Farmers’ Market.
• Enforcement of market rules and regulations, as outlined in the By-laws and Rule Book
• Clear communication with the Market Director, Board of Directors, members, and other agencies and the general public.
• Member support and assistance, as appropriate.
• General office management, record keeping, and clerical tasks, as directed by the Market Director
• Develop and execute a marketing and promotion strategy, including the development of marketing materials
• Work with the Market Director and day-of staff to successfully provide EBT services for the market

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather, including rain, snow, and cold
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter), Google Suite
• Competency in Adobe Creative Suite, web page design and maintenance

Job Structure

The Assistant Market Manager position requires a high-level of independence and ownership over their work for the Market. When not at the Market, job duties are performed remotely.

Duties and tasks may vary greatly from week to week, depending upon the season and current priorities; however, a general categorization of time and duties is below:

Market Operations = 40%

(includes, but not limited to, planning, on-site oversight, financial reconciliation, and records, tracking, metrics and EBT administration as needed)

Office Management and Clerical Tasks = 40%

(includes, but not limited to, assisting the Manager with member application and records management, fulfilling gift card orders, waitlist management, website administration and general office organization)

Marketing and Promotion = 20%

(includes, but not limited to, creation of promotional materials, website maintenance, creation of customer newsletters, image management, and social media management)