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Program Coordinator 3 (Farmers' Markets)
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Program Coordinator 3 (Farmers' Markets)
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Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Job Type
CS Non-Competitive, Full Time
Job Number
24-PCFM-01
Department
Parks & Recreation
Opening Date
05/29/2024
Closing Date
6/11/2024 4:00 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
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POSITION SUMMARY
The Farmers' Market Coordinator is responsible for the operations of the City of Pittsburgh- run Farmers' Markets. This individual will be the point of contact for vendors and patrons and will work to ensure that markets run on time and that all parties have a positive market experience.
The current City Farmers' Markets Include:
Squirrel Hill Sundays f rom 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
East End (Liberty Green Park) Mondays f rom 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Carrick (Carrick Pavilion) Wednesdays from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
North Side (Allegheny Commons Park) Fridays f rom 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Department : Parks & Recreation
Posting Type : Announcement
Salary : $60,837 per year
Union : None, this is a non-union position.
Civil Service Classification : Non-Competitive
REQUIREMENTS
General Application Requirements :
You must submit or show proof of all the following at the time of filing your application (unless otherwise indicated below) or your application will be disqualified. Disqualifications based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.
+ Applicants must submit a complete application including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable) and completed supplemental questions.
+ Applicants must become residents of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and must remain a resident throughout employment.
+ Click here ( to view a map of City of Pittsburgh neighborhoods.
+ Applicants must comply with the City of Pittsburgh's COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
+ A current, valid Class C Pennsylvania Driver's License is required prior to appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. Written requests for accommodation based on the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act will be considered by the Department of Human Resources & Civil Service on an individual basis.
NOTE: Candidates being considered for employment will be required to submit official transcripts to verify of their post-secondary education (college/university, trade school, etc.) prior to being hired by the City of Pittsburgh. Transcripts must be submitted at the time of any/each job interview you have with the City of Pittsburgh.
NOTE: The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions. The background investigation includes but is not limited to criminal background, driver's license, and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration for employment based on the results of their background investigation (as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered) .
Qualifying Requirements :
Your City of Pittsburgh application will be reviewed, and your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position. You will be sent an eligibility letter regarding your eligible/ineligible status.
+ WORK EXPERIENCE: The application must clearly show one (1) year of full-time experience developing, implementing, and administering special events, programs, and/or initiatives to varied age groups and populations (e.g., youth, families, children, and adults). (Less than full-time experience will be calculated on a pro-rated basis.)
+ EDUCATION/TRAINING: The application must clearly show a Bachelors Degree in B usiness , Sustainability, Agriculture, Policy, Social Work, C ommunications , or a related field. (See NOTE under the General Application Requirements Section above regarding the verification of education/training.)
+ EQUIVALENCY: Education/training and/or work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis if the application clearly shows the required number of years to meet the Total Qualifying Requirement of four (4) years f or this position (based on the sum of work experience and education/training listed above). (See NOTE under the General Application Requirements Section above regarding the verification of education/training.)
CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATIONS
If you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will be sent a letter of admission (when applicable) for the following examination(s). You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) in order to have your name placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position. Candidates who receive job offers must pass a medical examination (when applicable) prior to start date.
+ Written: None required for this position.
+ Performance: None required for this position.
+ Medical: Required.
POSITION DUTIES
+ Serves as the main point of contact for market vendors and communicates with them regarding vendor application status, vending locations, market logistics , collection of vendor fees, and troubleshooting any issues that may arise for vendors throughout the market season.
+ Manages a team of 2-3 individuals that are tending to the day to day needs of market vendor s and customers.
+ Works with the team on a weekly basis to develop overall operational strategy and t roubleshoot issues that may come up in the day-to-day operations of the Farmers Markets .
+ Resolves any vendor/customer conflicts, issues, etc. in a professional manner.
+ Works with our partner Just Harvest, to ensure that the SNAP Benefits system is operating smoothly.
+ Man ages an d participates in any citywide initiatives that could impact the Farmers Markets.
+ Manages the upkeep and use of the Farmers Market van and inventory/ purchasing of materials needed at the Farmers Market.
+ Handles the bulk of the administrative functions of the market including website updates, billing and receiving .
+ Communicates with CitiPark's leadership any needs that emerge for the mar kets, including any larger issue that need to be solved.
+ Builds strong working relationships with v endors and any community organizations that support the Farmers Markets.
+ Checks in p eriodically with the on-the-ground staff of the Farmers Markets and step in to work at the market s as needed.
+ Assists with the marketing effort to raise awareness of the City Farmers Markets.
+ Organizes records, and complies with all federal, state, and local regulations.
+ Commits to the market and believes in the value of local and fresh food.
+ Performs other duties as requested or required .
CLICK HERE to view the full job description including knowledge, skills, and abilities and working conditions for this position. Locate and click on the position title to view the complete job description.
Full-time City employees receive a comprehensive benefit package including:
+ Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
+ Pension
+ Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan
+ Tuition Reimbursement
+ Paid Holidays
+ Paid Vacation
+ Personal Days
(Benefits may be modified based on collective bargaining unit terms.)
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All City of Pittsburgh positions require you to be a City resident. If you are not already a City of Pittsburgh resident, are you willing to relocate?
+ N/A- I am already a City of Pittsburgh resident.
+ Yes, I AM willing to relocate (prior to my start date) if I am selected to fill this position.
+ NO, I am NOT willing to relocate (prior to my start date) if I am selected to fill this position.
02
Do you show one (1) year of full-time experience in developing, implementing, and administering special events, programs, and/or initiatives to varied age groups and populations (e.g., youth, families, children, and adults)?
+ Yes
+ No
03
Did you remember to attach your complete resume with this application? If you did not, your application may be disqualified.
+ Yes
+ No
04
Do you have a current, valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Operator's License (Class C - regular) or a current valid driver's license from another state or the U.S. Armed Forces? If you do not possess a current, valid PA Class C Driver's License: Are you able to obtain one prior to appointment if you are selected to fill this position?
+ N/A- I already possess the required driver's license.
+ YES, I AM able to obtain a PA Class C Driver's License prior to appointment if I am selected to fill this position.
+ NO, I am NOT able to obtain a PA Class C Driver's License prior to appointment if I am selected to fill this position.
05
Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree in business, finance, agriculture, policy, social work, communications or a related field?
+ Yes
+ No
06
Due to the City of Pittsburgh's COVID-19 vaccine mandate, the City of Pittsburgh requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Do you agree to provide proof of vaccination if you are selected to fill this position?
+ Yes
+ No
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