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.

The Farming and Gleaning Associate will 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 weekends during farm season;
• Attend regular staff meetings;
• Attend community meetings related to public health, farming, etc.
• Attend necessary trainings;
• Assist with organization-wide events;
• Complete reports and maintain accurate records

Program Benefits: Monthly living stipend, Education award upon successful completion of service, Childcare assistance if eligible, Training, Health Coverage .

Terms: Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended. Valid drivers license required.

Service Areas: Hunger and Health

Position Dates: September 1, 2023 to July 15, 2024

Open Positions: There are 5 AmeriCorps Nutrition Educator positions available with Clark County Food Bank and 2 AmeriCorps Food Distribution Associate positions open as well. . Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and positions are open until filled.

More Information: www.washingtonservicecorps.com and www.clarkcountyfoodbank.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $2,890.48 per month

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, WA 98661: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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