Juanita Friday Market On-Call Program Assistant

Note : This is an On-Call position that is not eligible for benefits.

Being an on-call employee means that your work schedule is not guaranteed, hours worked could range from 0 40 hours a week, depending on office needs. All hours worked are subject to Department of Retirement Services and Affordable Care Act reporting requirements. More information will be shared during the interview, and we encourage questions about the program.

Exciting Part-Time Job at the City of Kirkland. This ongoing Program Assistant role administers Kirklands Juanita Friday Market and uses a broad range of administrative and relationship skills to serve the community.

Position Overview

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

• Plan, staff and coordinate 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, and the development of special events and programs that 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 11 : 00 a.m. 8 : 00 p.m., June September.

Minimum Qualifications

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 resum for consideration of application submitted online. 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 : February 17, 2026 is the 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. 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.

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