On-Call Program Assistant - Juanita Friday Market

Exciting Part-Time Job at the City of Kirkland

Looking for a part-time job that allows you to serve the community, meet a lot of great people, get outside in the summer, and uses your broad range of administrative and relationship skills? Check out this ongoing Program Assistant job that administers Kirkland's annual Juanita Friday Market!

Position Summary

The Program Assistant position covers a broad range of skilled administrative tasks. This position also provides backup and support for various department projects and events.

Essential Job Functions

This position is responsible for planning, staffing and coordinating all aspects of the Juanita Friday Market under supervision of the Parks Special Projects Coordinator. Responsibilities include weekly farmers market operations, compliance with market rules and regulations, vendor recruitment, volunteer management, special event and program development which provide educational activities for the community, marketing campaign development and budget administration.

Hours of Work

Incumbent will work approximately 20 hours per week, March - September, then on call as needed. Schedule is flexible within regular business hours 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. During market season Fridays are required for on-site operations 11am - 8pm, June - September.

• Must have strong oral and written communication skills, the ability to work effectively with the staff, volunteers, and the public, and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing, in person and on the telephone.
• Computer skills, e.g. Microsoft Office, fax, copy machine, calculator, and multi-line telephone system.
• Knowledge of registration software preferred.
• Knowledge of basic office procedures.
• Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel and Publisher software.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics and bookkeeping principles.
• Skilled in receiving and receipting payments.
• Knowledge of customer service practices.
• Experience working with volunteers and the public
• Flexibility; gets along with people of all ages and abilities, adapts to changing work assignments.

Minimum Qualifications
High School Graduate or G.E.D.; six months experience in the planning and production of special events; one-year experience in administrative support; two years customer service experience working with the public; two years cashiering or bookkeeping experience; OR any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates ability to perform the duties of the position.

Intermediate computer skills; ability to clearly communicate in writing and verbally with a diverse group of stakeholders; must have or be able to obtain a Food Worker Card and First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire; must possess and maintain a valid Washington state driver's license; must successfully complete a thorough background check as required by the Child/Adult Abuse Information Act.

Preferred Qualifications
Direct experience with farmers market operations and production, including vendor and volunteer management.

Working Conditions & Physical Activities Work is performed in a combination of indoor office environment and outdoors in all types of weather conditions. Must be able to walk, bend, stoop and have ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.

Selection Process Position requires a cover letter (letter of interest) and resume for consideration of application submitted on-line. In your letter, please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and your interest in market operations. Applicants who are invited to interview will be notified by phone or email.

NOTE: March 5, 2025 is First Review Date for this "Until Filled" recruitment. All applications received by this date will be considered in our first review of applications.

The City of Kirkland is a welcoming community where every person can thrive and grow. We value diversity, inclusion, belonging, and work together to support our community. We do this by solving problems, focusing on the customer, and respecting all people who come into the City whether to visit, live, or work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to creating a workforce that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. We encourage qualified applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply to our job postings. Persons with a disability who need reasonable accommodations in the application or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 425-587-3210 or Telecommunications Device for the Deaf at 711.