Full Time Jobs

  • Dedham Square Circle, is seeking a part time Assistant Farmers Market Manager to run the weekly Dedham Farmers Market in September and October and train for the position in August. The Assistant Farmers Market Manager will be the on-site contact at a market in September and October. For each market, they lead set-up/ tear-down and act at the point person during the market. Examples of some vendors include farms, bakeries, meat and seafood providers, crafters and specialty food producers.

    The Assistant Farmers Market Manager works closely with the Farmers Market Manager & Planner and maintains positive relationships with vendors, community partners, neighboring businesses and shoppers in a safe and vibrant gathering place where vendors can prosper. This person must be comfortable working in a team environment with staff members and volunteers, identify potential problems, provide feedback and offer creative solutions. They are responsible for enforcing policies and assuring smooth and safe operations of the market. This is a physical, public facing, outdoor job and requires the ability to lift equipment weighing up to 50 lbs., step up and down out of a truck, set up canopies, carry large boxes and provide support in emergencies. Working conditions include but are not limited to rain, heat, freezing temperatures and wind.

    Farmers Market Manager Responsibilities:

    Logistics

    • Ensure all necessary equipment/supplies are transported to market and are in good working order

    • Ensure complete market set-up/tear-down; includes assuring safety, accessibility and trash removal

    • Accurately convey vendor attendance and market logistics to the Market Manager & Planner

    • Direct safe traffic of vehicles operating on and around market site

    • Offer first responder/first aid service as needed

    Vendor Relations

    • Maintain supportive relationships with vendors

    • Troubleshoot, solve problems and resolve conflicts as presented

    • Keep Market Manager & Planner updated on problems, conflicts, booth location concerns and attendance issues

    • Communicate vendor logistical and market attendance with Market Manager & Planner

    Sales, Data Tracking & Reporting

    • Track and record vendor attendance, shoppers counts

    • Track merchandise sales

    • Educate shoppers about methods of payment accepted at the market

    • Assist SNAP and HIP customers and educate vendors about SNAP and HIP rules and redemption

    Farmers Market Manager Requirements:

    • Experience with farmers markets other related work preferred

    • Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and to repetitively lift 50 lbs.

    • Access to personal vehicle or car share and valid driver's license

    • Excellent communication skills and experience leading and working in a team environment

    • Ability to understand rules and comfort holding others accountable

    • Access to a computer, and must have a working cell phone and ability to text

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

    How to Apply: Please send resume and cover letter to DedhamSquareCircle@gmail.com.

Part Time Jobs

DSC Volunteer Opportunities

  • Just 1 Bag initiative encourages people around the world to make a positive difference to the environment and communities by picking up litter, just one bag at a time. Join Dedham Square Circle to help clean up the Keystone Parking Lot, in Dedham Square (across from CVS). Any amount of time, from 15 minutes to a few hours will make an impact.

    Trash bags and trash pick up sticks will be provided. Bring work/gardening gloves if you have them.

    Sign up to volunteer HERE

  • It's going to be hot on Sunday and the James Joyce runners need to stay hydrated. Cheer on runners and hand water cups to runners as they go through Dedham Square. This is a great opportunity for adults and  kids needing volunteer hours or anyone over 13 years of age.

    Sign up to volunteer HERE for an hour (or more) and meet us at the Dedham Community Theatre in Dedham Square.

  • Link to Sign Up Here

    Do you need service hours or just want to get involved in our community and volunteer? Help is needed setting up and breaking down the market. This is an outdoor market. Please dress for the weather.

    Location: Dedham Town Hall-front parking lot, Dedham

    Please note: Pick one date or as many as you want! Market setup and breakdown involves some heavy lifting, setting up tables, chairs, equipment, etc. Volunteers should dress for the weather.

  • Link to Sign Up

    Do you need service hours or just want to get involved in our community and volunteer? Help is needed setting up and breaking down the market, assisting with crafts and kids activities, assisting the market manager and musicians to play at the market.

    Location: 670 High Street, Dedham

    Please note: Pick one date or as many as you want! Market setup and breakdown involves some heavy lifting, setting up tables, chairs, equipment, etc. Volunteers should dress for the weather.

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