Director

Position DescriptionThe Vermont Farm Show (VFS) Director is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the day-to-day operations of the organization. This includes engaging closely with and leveraging the assets of the Board of Directors. While this is a new position and posted as a part-time, hourly position, it is expected that the role of the VFS Director could increase to a full-time position as the relaunch of the “Show” in 2027 nears. Initially, the Director is expected to work no more than 20 hours per week. The individual filling this key role has room to grow both the organization and the anization DescriptionThe VFS mission is to build knowledge and community among farmers and the general public while celebrating Vermont’s diverse agricultural sector. Since the 1930s, the VFS has been serving farmers with an annual gathering that includes farmer association meetings, a tradeshow of diverse service providers, and a product competition. More recently, to showcase some of Vermont’s best agricultural products. the event added a “consumers night” farmers market. The mid-winter event has been enjoyed by folks of all ages who enjoy connecting with farmers and celebrating farming in our state. The VFS held its last event in 2020. A new kind of farm show is envisioned to be launched in 2027.Key Responsibilities(include but not limited too)Financial ManagementBuild, follow, and maintain accounting procedures and policiesCollaborate with accounting firm and Board Treasurer to ensure accurate financial records and timely financial reportsOversee financial audits and the annual 990 filingLead annual budget buildingGenerating RevenueSecure event sponsors, advertisers, and exhibitors to generate earned incomeCreate and execute an annual fundraising plan to obtain contributed income from individuals, corporations, and grantsMaintain and manage donor recordsEngage the Board of Directors to raise funds and leverage connections that will build diverse revenue streams and financial stabilityPromotionWebsite and social media maintenance and content managementBuild and leverage media relations of all types (print, radio, television, etc.)Enhance e-communication via growing the organization’s mailing list andEducate the State legislature about the VFS workOrganization DevelopmentCreate strategic vision and direction in partnership with the Board of Directors using recently collected stakeholder inputCreate & fill, as needed, staff, volunteer, and intern positions; oversee legal and financial responsibilities related to employing individualsNetwork; attend events/shows/fairs/association meetings to build partnership and increase the VFS visibilitySupport the Board of Directors’ work and engage them, appropriately, in the work of the organizationDevelop systems for and maintain organizational recordsEvent OversightLead and oversee the planning for the return of an annual Show including but not limited to determining the event location, management, theme/feel, attendee experience, etc. with the support of the Board of DirectorsIdentify the need for and management of event staff, contractor(s), and/or hiring of a management companyBuild visibility, creating excitement for the return of the ShowDesired Qualifications & AttributesNon-profit experience strongly preferredManagement experience strongly preferredFinancial management experience preferredFundraising and communication experience preferredSelf-motivated, collaborative, resourceful, and optimisticGood communication skills in both the written and spoken wordProject management abilities - building through to completionOrganized with the ability to organize others

Created: 2025-12-17