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Open positions at the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Institute
Current Open Positions
Position Title: Development Assistant
FLSA Status & Schedule: Non-Exempt, Hourly- Part-time 20 hours per week tbd during business hours (9am-4pm) Monday-Friday, with an occasional weekend or evening for events.
Duration: The position is currently funded through 2023, with the renewal dependent on 2024 budget allocation.
Department Name: Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Institute
Supervisor’s Title: Development and Communications Director
Starting Salary: $20-$25/hour
To Apply: Please submit resume, cover letter, and three references to: hiring@farmersmarketinstitute.org. Position open until filled.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Institute is the non-profit sister organization to the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market. The Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Institute’s mission is to advocate for farmers, ranchers, and other land-based producers; provide equitable access to fresh, local food; own and operate a year-round venue for the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market; and manage programs to help sustain a profitable, locally based agricultural community.
PRIMARY PURPOSE
The Development Assistant is a part-time position supporting the essential fundraising functions of the nonprofit Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Institute.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implement the production and mailing of fundraising campaign letters, including acknowledgement letters.
- Update donor data base with new clients, addresses, and status.
- Maintain donor and grant files.
- Support fundraising event production, including interacting with vendors and guests.
- Serve as receptionist during scheduled office hours on an as-needed basis.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL
- Proficient in use of eTapestry database software or comfortable learning.
- Conversant in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Appreciate and safeguard the confidentiality of donor information.
- Detail-oriented, both in project execution and also in file maintenance.
- Interact respectfully with a broad population, including major donors, event vendors, and guests.
- Advanced verbal communication skills, both on the telephone and in person.
- Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- New Mexico Driver’s License and use of a vehicle on occasion
- Ability to lift 30lbs
TRAINING
- Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
- Minimum of two years’ experience in an office environment

Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Institute building. Photo: Daniel Quat Photography
Position Title: Part-time Facilities Manager Assistant
Description: The Institute’s long-time Building Manager seeks a Part-Time Assistant to help with general building upkeep tasks. Know someone who might be interested? Contact James directly at james@farmersmarketinstitute.org
Department Name: Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Institute
Supervisor’s Title: Building Manager
Details: For more information, please read the job posting on Craigslist Santa Fe.
Santa Fe Farmer’s Market Open Positions
Position Title: Farmer’s Market Manager
FLSA Status & Schedule: Part-Time (20-25 hours per week)
Supervisor’s Title: CEO
Starting Salary: DOE
Purpose: To maintain and expand a series of well-organized, well-attended, and financially successful farmers’ markets.
For more information and how to apply, please visit the Santa Fe Farmer’s Market Job page.