Farmers Market Supervisor
Job No:
683
Band / Level:
GRADES NON-EXEMPT - C
FSLA Status:
Exempt
FT / PT / Seasonal:
Full-Time
Positions for Job 683
Position
Department
Cost Center
Reports To
Farmers Market Supervisor
1274
Parks and Recreation Services
Recreation Services 5200
Farmers Market Manager
553
Summary
JOB SUMMARY STATEMENT: The Farmers' Market Supervisor plays a central leadership role in shaping the community experience, educational outreach, and daily operations of the Overland Park Farmers' Market (OPFM). This position leads the development and execution of events, school visits, and programming that foster food literacy and connect the public to local agriculture and foods. The Supervisor works closely with schools, nonprofits, local partners, and businesses to create dynamic opportunities that advance OPFM's philosophy and values while supporting a thriving downtown.
A key component of this role includes recruiting, training, and overseeing a team of volunteers, ensuring they are empowered to meaningfully support the market's operations and values. The Supervisor also curates entertainment and special activities to enhance OPFM's vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere and foster ongoing community connection.
In addition to these public-facing responsibilities, the Supervisor helps manage essential logistics\coordinating vendor layouts and paperwork, indirectly supervising market attendants, enforcing safety protocols and market rules, and overseeing food access initiatives such as Double Up Food Bucks and the token system. The role also includes supporting marketing efforts and occasional farm and food inspections.
Duties and Responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Leads community outreach efforts, including the development and implementation of events, educational programming and curriculum, entertainment, and community visits that align with OPFM's mission to promote food literacy and support local agriculture.
Collaborates with schools, nonprofits, and local organizations to develop and implement educational programs and outreach initiatives that connect the community to local agriculture and food systems.
Engages with businesses including the Business Improvement District (BID) to foster partnerships, enhance downtown vitality, and create mutually beneficial opportunities that support the Farmers' Market and surrounding community.
Builds and maintains partnerships with local organizations, schools, and community groups to foster meaningful engagement and broaden the OPFM's impact.
Oversees volunteer coordination including recruitment, onboarding, training, scheduling, and ongoing support to ensure volunteers contribute meaningfully to market operations and culture.
Provides on-site market management and operational support during each market day to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
Indirectly supervises market attendants and vendors, supporting their performance, guidance, and expectations.
Enforces vendor and shopper compliance with market rules and policies.
Assists with food safety protocols and ensures all vendors follow proper guidelines.
Supports the development and implementation of marketing strategies, including social media content and campaigns.
Conducts on-site farm and food inspections per department guidelines.
Assists the Market Manager with vendor and staff orientations, training materials, and the onboarding of new vendors and staff.
Aids in hiring, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions.
Creates and maintains staff and/or volunteer schedules ensuring all shifts are covered within allocated hours and shift times are appropriate for market needs.
Aids in vendor selection and supports the layout of vendors for each market day, ensuring a balanced and intentional flow.
Manages the Double Up Food Bucks and token program, including all related equipment and reporting responsibilities.
Assists with administrative and clerical tasks, including data collection, internal documentation, and report creation.
Maintains strong professional relationships with vendors, staff, shoppers, partners, Downtown Overland Park businesses, and other city departments.
Prepares weekly, monthly, and seasonal reports for staffing, revenue, expenses, and customer/vendor surveys as needed.
Works the hours necessary to meet all responsibilities and must be available for communication with staff, vendors, and the public as needed.
Maintains punctuality, meets deadlines, and begins and ends assignments on time.
Performs other duties as assigned.
General Qualifications
EDUCATION & SPECIAL LICENSE(S)/CERTIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in the following field(s) of study: Parks & Recreation, Public Administration, Journalism, Public Relations, Communications, Public Affairs, Culinary, Agriculture, Nutrition Science, Marketing, Business or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
ServSafe Food Handler Certification must be completed within one year of hire.
Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain an insurable driving record.
First Aid and CPR certification must be completed within one year of hire.

EXPERIENCE:
Three years of increasingly responsible experience in operations, events, agriculture, culinary and/or similar.
Three years of supervisory experience, direct or indirect.
Two years marketing, advertising, social media and/or similar, preferred.
A general interest in leadership, building relationships, teamwork, supporting local, appreciation for the culinary world, a respect for agriculture and the ability to advocate for food equality is vital to the success of this position, preferred.

SKILLS:
Creative thinking
Self-motivated / proactive
Organized
Project management
Oral and written communication
Problem solving
Marketing & social media
Interpersonal and customer service
Attention to detail
Time management
Leadership through service and collaboration
Working knowledge of Windows-based PC software & Google Workspace

VALUES:
Curiosity
Humility
Gratitude
Authenticity
Empathy
Resilience
Optimism
Respect & understanding for farmers, food producers, and diverse cultural perspectives
Enthusiasm for building relationships and community

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to assess situations and make recommendations
Ability to learn and understand emergency action plans
Ability to use imagination and creativity in developing ideas and materials
Ability to resolve conflicts
Ability and enthusiasm for developing and maintaining relationships with the public
Ability to exhibit sound judgment
Carry out assignments through oral and written instructions
Ability to work independently

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent standing and walking for prolonged periods
Ability to work in inclement weather; hot, cold, rain, snow
Ability to operate City vehicles
Ability to lift 35 pounds and transport 20 feet

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (Direct & Indirect):
Direct - Volunteers
Indirect - Senior Farmers' Market Attendants, Farmers' Market Attendants

The proceeding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.