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$12.00

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Position range in Hidalgo County $12.45 - $20.39 Per hour CSFP Eligibility Specialist

FOOD BANK OF THE RGV

Occupation:

Social and Human Service Assistants

Location:

PHARR, TX - 78577

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

Posted:

09/02/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas

Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

09/05/2026

Expires:

10/02/2026

Job #: 17064073

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience

12 Month(s) Age

18 and up Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment Hours

40 Hours Per Week Shift

Day Shift Public Transit

Available Benefits Help for .

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Position Reports To:

Manager of CSFP Positions Supervised:

NONE JOB SUMMARY

The CSFP Eligibility Specialist's responsibilities include all activities involving certification of participants and coordination of volunteers for the Commodities Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). The CSFP Eligibility Specialist coordinates the distribution and certification of the application process. This person works jointly with other CSFP Eligibility Specialists to assure that compliance with Federal Guidelines of the CSFP program and Food Bank RGV policies and procedures are maintained.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

• Assists with the operations of the CSFP Program and compliance with contract requirements
• Maintains a level of communication with the Senior Manager of Programs and Inventory
• Will work jointly with other CSFP Eligibility Specialists to keep up with administrative duties / certification process and procedures to make sure they comply with Federal Guidelines (United States Department of Agriculture)
• Will work jointly with CSFP Distribution Associates during distributions through effective communication to assure of orderly distribution and commodities given
• Completes daily distribution reports working with the CSFP Distribution Associates of commodities given and clients served
• Will work jointly with other CSFP Eligibility Specialists in contacting clients, maintaining waitlists, recertification's and signatures of applicants to comply with Texas Department of Agriculture and United States Department of Agriculture
• Directs and evaluates case managers/certifiers, who work directly with participants
• Maintains records according to CSFP policies and procedures.
• Assists Manager of CSFP with annual training to sites and Sub-Distributing Agency
• Represents program at community functions and other meetings as needed
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Evaluates existing procedures and recommends improvements to the Manager of CSFP
• Performs additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have reliable transportation to travel to remote job sites as required.
• Honesty, integrity and commitment to fighting hunger in the Rio Grande Valley.
• Must have clear understanding of and ability to articulate the mission of FBRGV.
• Personal experience in community service and an understanding of the role volunteerism.
• Computer knowledge or data entry experience required.
• Ability to politely be firm and decisive.
• Good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other staff, volunteers, and agency personnel.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Orientation to detail, accuracy and the meeting of deadlines.
• Ability to present a professional demeanor under a variety of conditions.
• Proficient in English and Spanish.
• Possession of current Texas Class C driver's license and access to a personal vehicle.

Must have a clean driving record for at least three years prior to employment.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

High School Diploma, GED (preferred) or previous experience in food warehousing and/or like business ServSafe Safe Food Handler certificate preferred; or ability to obtain skills/abilities: § Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 50 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment. § Conditions may include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane. § Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, automobile, forklift, electric and manual pallet jack. § Proven customer service skills.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION REPETITIVE MOTIONS

Movements frequently and regularly required using the wrists, hands, and fingers Sitting, standing and walking

PHYSICAL STRENGTH

Heavy work: Exerts up to 50 lbs. of force This position requires frequent travel to various remote job sites; therefore, the candidate must have reliable transportation.