Job Openings

Position: Part-Time Operations Manager
Employer: Coppell Farmers Market (CFM)
Location: Hybrid/Remote (North Texas) and Coppell, TX for event days and meetings.
Classification: Part-Time, 25-30 Hours per Week, Depending on Time of Year. Regular Saturday and Occasional Weeknight Availability Required.
Posted: May 15, 2025
Deadline: May 30, 2025
Position Start Date: Jun 30, 2025

Our Mission: A Coppell-based 501(c) nonprofit organization that supports and strengthens small farms, food-makers, and the local community by operating a farmers market, prioritizing food access for all, and developing educational programs and resources. 

Position Summary: The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Market, including managing staff, vendor relations, site logistics, marketing and financial aspects, and ensuring the smooth running of the market during each market day and throughout the season; essentially, the Operations Manager is in charge of all the practical aspects to keep the Market functioning effectively. The Operations Manager supervises the Support Staff team and reports to the Market Director.

What you’ll be doing: 

• Vendor management:
  Recruiting, onboarding, and managing vendor relationships, including ensuring compliance with market rules and regulations, fostering a positive market experience, and making recommendations for improving the efficiency and economy of existing operations and regulations. 
• Site logistics:
  Arranging market layout, assigning vendor spaces, managing traffic flow, and coordinating with the Market Director for any additional needs. Maintaining supply inventory, working order of equipment, and signage, and requesting purchases as needed. 
• Staff supervision:
  Hiring, training, and scheduling market staff (Assistants and Cashier). 
• Financial oversight:
  Handling market fees & vendor payments, as well as related reporting. 
• Compliance and permits:
  Ensuring vendors adhere to all local health and safety regulations and obtaining necessary permits.
• Customer service:
  Addressing customer concerns, providing information about vendors and products, and fostering a positive market experience. 
• Administrative:
  Holding regular and consistent office hours to ensure accessibility to vendors, staff, and Market leadership. Attending weekly meetings with the Market Director. Grant writing and fundraising support. Attending evening meetings, including Farmers Market Ad Hoc Advisory and Task Force Committee meetings, City Council annual report, and Texas Farmers Market Manager meetings. Maintaining documents, templates, and reports, and interpreting and analyzing data to further organizational missions, expansion, or funding requests. 
• Marketing and promotion:
  Assistance with promoting the market through various channels, managing market branding, and maintaining website Vendor Profile pages and harvest listings.

How to excel in this position: 

• Be positive and professional. Your interactions with vendors, customers, partners, and volunteers help shape CFM’s reputation.
• Proactively learn and ask questions. Understand CFM’s mission and programs, the local food economy, and the Farmers Market industry. 
• Communicate effectively, attentively listen, and engage others. Community building and leadership are important parts of the role. 
• Work cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
• Manage conflicts by seeing them as opportunities and settle disputes equitably. 
• Be confident under pressure and adaptable to last-minute changes. 

You’re a great fit for this job if: 

• You are passionate about agriculture, local food systems, food access, and community building. 
• You have 3+ years of work experience in a relevant field, preferably in Farmers Markets or nonprofit organizations.
• You have at least two years of experience in a supervisory role. 

Compensation:

• $40,000 annual salary
• $125 monthly stipend for health expenses
• Paid Holidays and Flexible Scheduling 

How to Apply: 

Send your resume, cover letter, and three references to Amanda Austin, CFM Director at [email protected] with the subject line “Operations Manager Application”.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled.

Coppell Farmers Market is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.