Welcome to the website of the Village of Paw Paw

Founded in 1859, the Village of Paw Paw is a vibrant, growing community that is home to a number of exciting festivals, local businesses, and historic locations. With a population of over 3,500, our residents enjoy scenic, rural surroundings and a convenient location within driving distance of Kalamazoo and Lake Michigan. Encompassing a number of beautiful parks, lakes, and rivers, Paw Paw has earned a reputation for being a wonderful place to plan a day trip, spend an evening, or stay for a relaxing vacation. A full-service community, we’re also business-friendly and provide broadband fiber optic Internet to all properties. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a peaceful weekend, build and grow your business, or start a family, the Village of Paw Paw welcomes you!

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Seasonal position

Position Title: Assistant Market Manager/Manager in Training

The Village of Paw Paw is seeking a part-time position for Assistant Market Manager/Manager in Training. The Farmers Market Assistant Manager will be responsible for many tasks, including:

Planning: Planning events, including logistics, supplies, rentals, and entertainment
Market Setup:Ensure the market is set up correctly each day, including the location of vendors, canopies, and signage.
Market maintenance: Maintain market equipment, including keeping an inventory and reporting on maintenance needs. Ensure the market is clean.

Safety: Keep an eye out for safety hazards and have access to the first aid kit.
Signage: Ensure signage, literature, and merchandise are displayed properly.
Volunteer management: Schedule and supervise volunteers, and work with them to identify problems and provide feedback.
Customer service: Provide customer service and engage with the public.

Evaluation: Evaluate the market’s strengths and weaknesses, and track sales.
Communication: Communicate with vendors, shoppers, and support personnel.
Representation: Represent the market to both vendors and shoppers.
Conflict resolution: Resolve conflicts that may arise.
Manage: Step in and manage when the manager is absent.

Compensation: $1,100 per season (22 markets)

Market dates and times – Applicant must be available the following Sundays and times: 3^rd Sunday in May through 3^rd Sunday in October. 8AM-3PM

Please send applications to the Market Manager, Nicolas Martinez at pawpawskeptic@outlook.com.

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Everyone is welcome to attend the public meetings held by the Village of Paw Paw. If you
are interested in learning more about community projects, initiatives, and proposals,
we encourage you to view our online calendar.

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids should contact the Village Clerk no later than five business days prior to the meeting to ensure the provision of reasonable accommodations.

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The administration of the Village of Paw Paw is committed to ensuring that our residents are kept current with the community’s projects, agendas, visions, and developments. From the recorded minutes of the most recent council meetings to information about upcoming community events, you’ll find everything that you need by following the links below.

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The Village of Paw Paw is continually searching for ways to improve our community. Whether we’re organizing annual events to attract tourists, performing impact studies, or planning renovations to historic buildings, our goal is to create a beautiful, inviting, and relaxing community for residents, visitors, and businesses. Since our founding in 1859, the village’s administration has embarked upon a number of projects for the betterment of the community. To learn more about our past, current, and future projects, please click the button below.

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