Farmers Market Attendant

City of Overland Park•Overland Park, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Overland Park is hiring a PTC Farmers Market Attendant in the Parks and Recreation Services Department. The position assists the Farmers’ Market Manager and Farmers’ Market Coordinator with on-site management and daily market operations on market days. The attendant is expected to maintain comprehensive knowledge of vendors, staff, Downtown Overland Park (DOP) businesses, and city policy. The role indirectly reports to Senior Market Farmers’ Attendants and assists with operating the Double Up Food Buck program. It enforces city policies, procedures, and rules for vendors and the public, while supporting customer service and vendor relations. Work hours are variable. The position is described as PT/SEA/TMP (part-time, seasonal, temporary). No City residency requirement applies. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States and provide proof of eligibility if selected. Successful completion of a background check, drug screen, physical exam, and essential functions test is required. The position pays $15.00 per hour and is open until filled.

Requirements

One year of experience working in a fast-paced customer service environment.
Attention to detail, basic mathematical and accounting skills, leadership, self-motivation, organizational and project-management skills, good oral and written communication, problem-solving, interpersonal, and customer-service skills.
Ability to assess situations and make recommendations; exercise diplomacy and judgment; protect confidential information; prioritize tasks; read and understand federal, state, and local policies and regulations; follow oral and written instructions; work independently and in a hectic environment with interruptions; learn market emergency action plans; develop creative ideas for the Market Info Booth; and resolve conflicts.
Ability to reach, stand, crawl, bend, stoop, climb, push, and pull; make and receive phone calls; identify and distinguish colors and smells; and use adequate hand-eye coordination to input information on a computer.
Ability to work in extreme temperatures, loud noise, and inclement weather; stand and walk frequently for prolonged periods; operate a city vehicle; lift and carry 30 pounds for 20 feet; and push or pull up to 30 pounds.
Must successfully pass a background check, drug screen, physical exam, and essential functions test.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States and provide proof of eligibility if selected for hire.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with on-site market management and operational support on each market day.
Set up and take down traffic barricades, cones, and market signage.
Assist with operating the token program and reconcile transactions at the end of the market.
Answer basic questions from customers and vendors and handle emergencies, complaints, and customer requests.
Help ensure facilities, equipment, and utilities are in working order.
Ensure the market operates in compliance with federal, state, and local health rules and regulations.
Assist with enforcing rules and guidelines for vendors and the public.
Help with on-site marketing and special-event activities.
Perform light custodial duties, including sweeping, mopping, and picking up trash.
Work the days and hours necessary to perform assigned responsibilities and communicate with supervisors, customers, vendors, and others as needed.
Be punctual and meet attendance, deadline, assignment, and scheduled-break requirements.