Job description

Apply here: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=80915

Serve in tandem with another AmeriCorps member and a program manager to build upon previous farming and gleaning efforts. The member will help recruit, train, and support volunteers, connect local families that have excess fruit and vegetables to gleaning services for collection, and expand our famer’s market donation program by connecting with local merchants and collecting donated food. Primary Duties: Develop and grow farm partnerships; recruit, train, communicate with volunteers; plan the farming volunteers events including working on a team to plan farm season; serve in tandem with Director of Programs to develop strategic planning, success of farming and gleaning programs and sustainability. Secondary Duties Include: Flexibility to serve after 5pm and occasional weekends; attend regular staff meetings; attend community meetings related to public health; attend necessary trainings; assist with organization-wide events; complete quarterly reports and maintain consistent reporting.

The mission of the Clark County Food Bank is to "alleviate hunger and its root causes." This position directly aims to address our mission by supporting our Farming and Gleaning program. This program is used to increase community involvement through volunteer participation, procure fruits and vegetable through farming and gleaning, and partner with local farmer's markets for donations. The goal of this program is to increase the amount of fresh produce available for our 43 partner agencies across Clark County, Washington. There are 9 AmeriCorps positions available with Clark County Food Bank. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and positions are open until filled. Please see the listings for the Nutrition Educator and Food Distribution Associate positions if interested in other opportunities with Clark County Food Bank. Position is contingent upon funding.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $2,785.90 per month

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: One location

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