Farm 2 U Exhibit Operations Coordinator

Del Mar Fairgrounds/22nd District Agricultural Association•Del Mar, CA

5d•$21 - $23

About The Position

A position within the Agriculture, Arts, and Education Department that reports to the Agricultural Programs Supervisor, the Farm 2 U Exhibit Operations Coordinator assists in the management of a dynamic and educational exhibit to be installed during the San Diego County Fair, overseeing its assembly, maintenance, staffing, education, and customer service functions.

Requirements

Excellent customer service skills and ability to work cooperatively with team members.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work in and direct staff/volunteers in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
Knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools and/or ability to learn applications quickly.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with culinary, food, wine, and/or agricultural organizations not required, but preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinates the exhibit’s educational and interactive activities before, during, and after the fair.
Serves as Farm 2 U Exhibit Liaison, working to engage in outreach to solicit and confirm participation from exhibit demonstrators, experts, and other educational content providers for Farm 2 U Exhibit.
Works cooperatively with supervisor to solicit and confirm Farm 2 U Exhibit presenters/demonstrators and educational experts in areas including, but not limited to: floral design, agricultural production, and food processing/preservation.
Coordinates set-up, maintenance, tear-down, storage, and inventory of the Farm 2 U Exhibit’s educational displays, supplies, and exhibit equipment.
Involved in the installation, maintenance, and tear-down of the exhibit’s educational, display, presenter, and activity areas which may include using tools and equipment.
Oversees the coordination, judging, and display of Agricultural Competitions that are housed within the Farm 2 U Exhibit.
Coordinates the acquisition of supplies and materials for the educational, activity, and demonstration areas of the exhibit.
Assists in the creation of engaging activities, display signage, interactives, and décor throughout the exhibit.
Coordinates with supervisor in marketing efforts such as newsletter announcements, social media posts, emails, and networking when needed.
Interact with and help demonstrators and Fair guests to ensure an enjoyable experience.
Responds to verbal and written questions and concerns in a timely and knowledgeable manner.
Works cooperatively with supervisor to interview, hire, schedule, coordinate, and direct exhibit employees before, during, and after the fair.
Practices and directs others in good physical work methods and established standards.
Uses and directs others to use personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves, goggles) properly and maintains a safe work environment.
Uses Microsoft 365 tools such as OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook and Excel.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested when needed.
Willingness to attain proper certifications for preparation and handling of food if necessary.