Closing Date

02/28/2026

Current Position Description

Secretary

Secretary, Board of Directors

About Muldoon Farmers Market

Muldoon Farmers Market (MFM) was established in 2015 to provide Alaska Made, Alaska Grown and Alaska harvested products to the Anchorage community to include healthy fresh and prepared foods, horticultural products, and high quality Alaskan-made art works and craft works and to encourage commerce, entertainment, and trade in East Anchorage. In recent years we have been challenged by a steady loss of board members from our founding nine down to three at the beginning of the 2025 season. As we enter our 12th market season in 2026, we are committed to building a diverse board to guide the future of the market, restructuring our organization to facilitate a larger volunteer force, and integrating technology to modernize our processes to better serve our customers, vendors, and performers. 

Responsibilities

The Secretary is the backbone of the board, facilitating board processes and communication. The Secretary works hand in hand with the President of the board to ensure smooth operation of the board and to diligently maintain board schedules and documentation.

1. Meeting Management:
   • Schedule and organize board meetings and committee sessions.
   • Prepare and distribute agendas, meeting minutes, and related documents.
   • Ensure meetings are conducted according to organizational bylaws and regulations.
2. Documentation and Record-Keeping:
   • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of board activities, minutes, resolutions, and actions.
   • Archive all official documents, correspondence, and communications.
   • Ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive information.
3. Compliance and Governance:
   • Ensure the board operates in compliance with bylaws, legal, and regulatory requirements.
   • Provide guidance on governance best practices.
   • Assist in board member orientation and training.
4. Communication and Liaison:
   • Act as a point of contact for board members and organizational stakeholders.
   • Facilitate effective communication between the board and executive management.
5. Support Functions:
   • Assist in policy drafting and implementation.
   • Coordinate board evaluations and follow-up on action items.
   • Support the board President and committee chairs in fulfilling their roles.

Board terms/participation

MFM’s Board Members serve a three-year term, eligible for re-appointment. Board meetings are generally held monthly (currently on 3rd Tuesdays, 4:30 – 6:00 pm AK time).

Our board meetings are primarily in person, however we allow members the flexibility to attend virtually when necessary via Zoom.

Recruiting and Fundraising

MFM Board Members are all leaders and representatives of the market and are expected to seek out new volunteers and funding opportunities to help grow our organization’s capabilities so that we may continually improve our ability to serve our community.

Qualifications

This position is great for someone who enjoys organizing, writing, note-taking, and keeping teams on track. No prior experience is necessary, but the ability to learn quickly and adapt is essential.

Ideal candidates will have the following:

• Great organization, writing, and note-taking skills.
• The ability to work well within a team. The ability to communicate well orally and written with humility and respect.
• High integrity and dependability.
• Passion for and dedication to community service.

Compensation

Service on MFM’s Board of Directors is a volunteer position, without pay.

Position Type

Board of Directors: Voluntary, legal governing body of a nonprofit.

Current areas of focus for board recruitment

Other areas of focus

Mission / Core Purpose / Core Values

The Muldoon Farmers Market has been formed to provide Alaska Made, Alaska Grown and Alaska harvested products to the Anchorage community to include healthy fresh and prepared foods, horticultural products, and high quality Alaskan-made art works and craft works and to encourage commerce, entertainment, and trade in East Anchorage.

Values: Persistence, Integrity, Collaboration, Community

Briefly describe your board culture.

Our board environment is welcoming and inclusive, ensuring that every member's voice is heard and valued. We believe every board member is a critical part of our team, and that discussion and resolution of dissenting opinions is essential to guiding our organization forward. We facilitate collaboration through in-person meetings, virtual gatherings, and digital collaboration tools. Our monthly schedule for board meetings, coupled with ongoing communication via phone or digital platforms, supports a flexible and inclusive environment. We continually assess and adapt these practices to foster an even more welcoming atmosphere for all members.

Why is board diversity important to this organization?

At Muldoon Farmers Market, diversity means bringing together a group of individuals from different backgrounds and experiences who can provide our board with a broad range of skills, opinions, fresh ideas, and perspectives. Such diversity is crucial as it allows us to view our mission from multiple angles, preventing blind spots so that we may guide our organization more effectively. This enhances our mission's effectiveness by enabling us to make well-rounded decisions, better plan for the future, and better serve our community.

Muldoon Farmers Market was established by a diverse group of community members in 2015 with a focus on providing food sustainability, commerce development, and a welcoming family atmosphere to meet the needs of the diverse community that we serve. We have expanded our board from nine seats to twelve to ensure that we have a diverse, capable board with the necessary skills, perspectives, and community representation to guide our market into the future and sustain it for years to come.

Board Meeting Location

Online meeting optional?

Number of board meetings / year including retreats

Average hours per month?

Are there term limits?

Board terms (years)

Primary language spoken in board room.

Address

528 Oklahoma St Unit A
Anchorage AK 99504
Website: https://www.muldoonfarmersmarket.orgWebsite
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/muldoonfarmersmarketFacebook

Organization Info

EIN: 47-3964700
Year of Incorporation: 2015
Location: Anchorage
Focus: Economic Development
Operating Budget: Under $100,000
Number of Staff: 0
Number of Board Members: 6
Guidestar page: https://app.candid.org/profile/14599170/muldoon-farmers-market-47-3964700

Contacts

Primary Contact for Board Recruitment:
Jude Metoyer (He/Him)

Executive Director:
Jude Metoyer (He/Him)