Healthy Roots Community (HRC)

Ashtabula County

Farmers Market Liaison

Healthy Roots Community (HRC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to building a vibrant local food system in Ashtabula County, seeks a Farmers Marketing Liaison to support and strengthen local farmers' marketing through on-site engagement, coordination, and community outreach.

This is a part-time, non-exempt employee position expected to work up to 20 hours per week. The Liaison will play a key role in attending markets, supporting vendors and customers, and helping expand participation in local food programs. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The job may terminate in November at the end of the growing season, depending on the success of the program.

The Liaison will report to a designated supervisor and work closely with the HRC Board of Directors.

Key Responsibilities

Attend and support local farmers markets on a regular basis, including evenings and weekends

Serve as a point of contact for vendors, customers, and community members at market events

Support participation in food access programs, including Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women Infants and Children, and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program

Promote markets and events through social media, email, and other communication channels

Build and maintain relationships with farmers, partners, and community stakeholders

Monitor and respond to community inquiries via email, phone, website, and social media

Organize and maintain contact lists and shared organizational data

Support fundraising, grant research, and community food initiatives as needed

Other duties as assigned consistent with the role

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of community members

Experience with farming, farmers markets, community organizing, and/or nonprofit work

Ability to work independently in dynamic, community-based environments

Strong organizational and time management skills

Experience using social media platforms (including Facebook and Instagram) for outreach and event promotion

Familiarity with SNAP, WIC, and SFMNP systems is a plus

Experience with fundraising or grant administration is a plus

Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive), Zoom, and basic website or newsletter tools

Requirements

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Regular travel to farmers markets and community events throughout Ashtabula County is required.

Ability to work evenings and weekends during farm season, including every Saturday and Sunday.

Compensation

$20--30 per hour, depending on experience

Position is part-time and non-exempt

In-county travel mileage will be re-imbursed.

To Apply

Please email a cover letter, resume, and three references to

healthyrootscommunity@gmail.com with the subject line: Farmers Marketing Liaison Application.

Preferred deadline is May 31, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HRC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other protected status under applicable law.

Mission Statement: Our mission is to develop and promote a robust local food sy

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