Farmers Market Promotion Program Contractor

MCD Global Health; Damariscotta (ME); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A health-focused organization is hiring a part-time seasonal contractor in Damariscotta, Maine, to support food systems during the summer. The role involves staffing farmers markets, engaging customers about SNAP and food incentives, and assisting operations at a local Food Hub. Ideal candidates will have customer service experience, interpersonal skills, and the ability to lift 30-40 lbs. This position is perfect for someone looking for temporary summer work and passionate about local food access.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or community outreach.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong interpersonal skills for engaging with diverse individuals.

Responsibilities

• Support the Food Systems Coordinator with summer workload.
• Engage customers at Farmers Markets and promote food assistance.
• Provide on-site education about using benefits.
• Assist with Food Hub operations including handling products.

Skills

Customer service

Community outreach

Interpersonal skills

Ability to lift 30-40 lbs

Job description

Our Vision & Mission

We envision a world in which all people have access to high quality and enduring solutions to improve and maintain their health and well‑being. MCD Global Health aspires to be a premier partner of choice and a recognized leader, innovator, and trusted partner in healthcare and public health program development, implementation and evaluation. Our mission is to improve the health and well‑being of people worldwide through enduring, high‑quality, cost‑effective, and universally accessible public health solutions. MCD operates impactful programs both in the U.S.A. and internationally.

Job Overview

Healthy Lincoln County is recruiting a part‑time seasonal contractor to support its food systems work during the busy summer months. This position will help staff HLC’s booths at the Boothbay and Damariscotta Farmers Markets, assist customers using SNAP, WIC, Maine Senior FarmShare, and Maine Harvest Bucks, and support basic operations at our local Food Hub. It’s a great fit for someone seeking temporary summer work and who wants to help expand access to fresh, local food.

Healthy Lincoln County’s USDA‑funded Farmers Market Promotion Program strengthens local food access by supporting markets and increasing the use of food assistance benefits. Activity increases significantly in the summer, and additional support helps ensure markets run smoothly and community members receive clear guidance.

Responsibilities

• Support the Food Systems Coordinator with increased summer workload for the Farmers Market Promotion Program and related food security efforts.
• Staff the HLC booth at Boothbay and Damariscotta Farmers Markets, engage customers, and promote SNAP, WIC, Maine Harvest Bucks, and other incentives.
• Provide on‑site shopper education and outreach to help customers understand and use available benefits.
• Offer basic technical assistance to vendors and shoppers using SNAP/EBT, WIC, and Maine Harvest Bucks.
• Assist with Food Hub operations, including receiving, sorting, packing, and handling local farm products.
• Communicate with farmers, vendors, shoppers, and staff to share updates, address needs, and strengthen partnerships.
• Conduct farmer visits to support relationship building, outreach, and market access.
• Gather feedback and observations from markets and the Food Hub to improve marketing, education, and program accessibility.
• Perform other duties as needed to support HLC’s food systems and food security work.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service, community outreach, agriculture, food systems, or related fields—including lived experience.
• Ability to work independently in busy market environments and collaboratively with HLC staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills and comfort engaging with farmers, vendors, and shoppers.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is required.
• Ability to lift 30‑40 lbs.
• All HLC contractors require a background check.
• Experience working with USDA nutrition incentive programs is highly desirable.