Sisters Farmers Market Manager

Seed to Table Oregon

Date October 21, 2026
Location Sisters, OR
Category Nonprofit
Job type Part-Time

Company description

Building community through fresh vegetables is at the heart of the Sisters-based non-profit, Seed to Table Oregon (S2T). Founded in 2013, the mission of the organization is to increase the health and wellness of the Central Oregon community by providing equitable access to farm-fresh produce and providing opportunities in farm-based education. Seed to Table envisions a community where people of all races, ages, sexual orientations, genders, abilities, geographies, and socioeconomic statuses have access to fresh produce and farm-based education. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job description

Sisters Farmers Market Program Manager

Classification: Non-Exempt.

Status: This position is typically part time, with irregular hours November-March
This position is typically full-time, 30 hours a week, April-October.
Reports to: Executive Director

Compensation: $28-32 per hour DOE

Benefits:

Accrued Vacation Time + Sick Time
Monthly Health Care Stipend ($520/mo x 12 months)
SIMPLE Individual Retirement Account (3% matching)
Professional development opportunities

Schedule and Work Location

SFM Manager must be on-site in Sisters every Sunday, June-October from 8:30AM-3PM

Seed to Table

Job Description:

The Sisters Farmers Market (SFM) Manager provides the leadership, organization, and energy that bring the Sisters Farmers Market to life each season. As a program of Seed to Table (S2T), the market is a vibrant community gathering place that connects people with local farmers, food producers, artisans, nonprofits, and one another while strengthening our local economy.

The SFM Manager leads the planning and execution of the market from pre-season preparation through the final market day and post-season wrap-up. They build strong relationships with vendors, sponsors, nonprofits, entertainers, and community partners; create a welcoming and well-organized experience for vendors and attendees; and serve as the primary on-site leader throughout the market season.

This role balances community-building with strong operational management. The SFM Manager oversees market logistics, vendor coordination, partnerships, and an established budget while ensuring the market continues to reflect and advance S2T and SFM’s mission and vision.

This is a highly independent and self-directed role. The SFM Manager is responsible for managing their own workflow, identifying priorities, anticipating needs, and moving work forward with limited day-to-day supervision while keeping the Executive Director informed of significant decisions, challenges, and changes. Depending on interest and organizational needs, there may also be opportunities for additional administrative work with Seed to Table.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning & Program Evaluation
Partner with the Executive Director to develop plans to achieve annual market goals, attendance, and community metrics.
Lead program evaluation, tracking qualitative and quantitative data.

Market Operations & On-Site Leadership

Oversee Sunday operations (June–October), ensuring smooth setup, operations, and breakdown.
Use your own vehicle to transport market materials from Seed to Table farm to Fir Street Park each Sunday.
Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors, volunteers, partners, and the public.
Align market operations with S2T’s vision, safety standards, and City of Sisters agreements.
Hire, train, and supervise info booth staff and volunteers; monitor weather and air quality conditions.
Ensure SNAP and DUFB transactions are tracked according to guidelines.
Lead the Power of Produce (POP) Club, including planning weekly activities and reporting metrics.

Relationship Building & Networking

Actively recruit diverse vendors and volunteers; maintain positive relationships with participants and sponsors.

Financial & Sponsorship Management

Manage the SFM budget (<$60,000), monitor revenue/expenses, and handle weekly reconciliation.
Execute the Annual Fund Development Plan, including identifying and applying for grants.
Manage season sponsorships, ensuring fulfillment of recognition, signage, marketing, and presence benefits.

Marketing & Communication

Create and implement the marketing plan across weekly newsletters, social media, and local editorials.

Core Skills and Abilities:

Self-Directed & Communicative: Proven ability to manage an efficient workflow and handle conflicts or policy enforcement respectfully.
Inclusive Relationship Builder: Experience sustaining relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
Branding & Tech Tools: Ability to create engaging branded materials. Proficient in Google Drive, Mailchimp, Canva, and Squarespace. Working knowledge of SNAP/DUFB preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to complete physical tasks (sitting, bending, standing) and regularly lift 40 lbs outdoors in varying weather.

Commitment to Mission and Values:

Commitment to S2T’s mission connecting food, wellness, and education, with a passion for local food systems.
Willingness to engage in ongoing learning related to equity, inclusion, and systemic impacts within food systems.

Your employment with Seed to Table will be at-will.

Diversity Statement: Seed to Table is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status. We celebrate our differences and are dedicated to ensuring every team member is treated with dignity honoring each individual's lived experiences.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, varies DOE, $28.00 - $32.00

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Deadline

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