Job Type

Part-time

Description

NAYA Family Center is seeking a Cully Farmer’s Market Specialist to lead the coordination and growth of the Cully Farmer’s Market (CFM) — a vibrant, seasonal neighborhood market connecting local farmers, vendors, and residents. This highly visible role requires a strategic, community-driven leader to oversee market logistics, vendor engagement, and outreach efforts, ensuring the market thrives as a hub for fresh, local food and cultural connection. 

This is a part-time role, working Tuesday through Thursday around 20 hours a week. During the Cully Farmer's Market Season (June to August), Thursday will be an eight (8) hour day. Some evening and weekend work may be required based on project needs. 

The salary for this position is $25 an hour.

Who You Are

• You have at least two years of experience in farmers market coordination, community organizing, or community development.

• You are a dynamic community organizer with a talent for collaboration and problem-solving.

• You are skilled at engaging diverse groups, navigating logistics, and developing programs that empower local vendors.

• You are a strong communicator who values transparency and thrives in a team-oriented environment.

• You are highly organized with excellent time management skills and a solutions-based mindset.

• Adaptable and proactive, you are able to manage changing priorities while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations.

• You are passionate about supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs.

• You are consistently punctual, reliable, and dependable in support of your team and clients.

• You are proficient in computer skills, including web-based research, word processing, MS Excel, and database management.

• You possess a current Oregon or Washington driver’s license, and the ability to be insured under NAYA’s liability insurance policy (i.e. no more than one major driving violation in the last three years).

What You'll Do

• Plan and execute weekly market events, ensuring seamless vendor setup, compliance, and overall operations.

• Recruit, retain, and support vendors, reviewing applications, maintaining communication, and providing access to grants and educational resources.

• Develop engaging social media content, manage the CFM website, and implement strategies to boost market visibility.

• Oversee financial assistance programs such as SNAP, WIC, Veggie Rx, and Double Up Food Bucks in collaboration with NAYA, finance teams, and Oregon Farmer’s Market Association affiliates.

• Coordinate with NAYA’s Garden Program and with external partners contributing to the market.

• Support grant reporting and funding efforts in collaboration with the Community Development Manager.

• Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations, ensuring vendor manuals and applications are up to date.

• Lead outreach efforts to engage the local community and increase market participation

Read full job description here.

Application Instructions Providing a cover letter helps us best understand your interest in the role, so we encourage you to submit one along with your resume. If you need accommodation during the application process, please email jobs@nayapdx.org.

Questions? Want to chat about this role before you decide to apply? Contact Sam Taylor, Community Development Manager, or the HR team.

NAYA is committed to building a work environment that respects and inspires every community member. Our mission is to serve Urban Native youth and families, so we strongly encourage members of the Native community to apply. We encourage applications from members of other historically marginalized groups, as well, including women, people of color, those with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and those who have served in the military.  

Salary Description

$25/hour