AWARE Farmworker Outreach Coordinator

AWARE Farmworker Outreach Coordinator Position Type:

Seasonal Part-Time Salary:

$14,976 - $17,190 This position is eligible for a 5% bilingual differential if the successful candidate meets the Food Share standard on an oral proficiency exam. •This position is Open Until Filled - Applications will be first reviewed on April 24th and after that as they are received. For immediate consideration, apply by April 24th! We anticipate this position will start in May and end in November.

Summary of Role:

The AWARE Farmworker Outreach Coordinator supports operations of the AWARE Food Bank in Woodburn, Oregon. This position coordinates and leads distribution of food to our local farmworker community, establishes contact and builds relationships with employers and/or landlords, and ensures distribution of culturally appropriate foods. You Are… A Flexible Worker . You are not afraid to step outside your job description or comfort zone to help the team reach its goals. You are comfortable with shifting schedules and don't expect every day to go "as planned." You are happy to challenge someone's assumptions and to have your assumptions challenged in return.

Resourceful & Adaptable :

You're at ease with ambiguity and rapid change. You possess a positive, can-do attitude, and are adept at identifying creative solutions to obstacles. You can juggle many important responsibilities at once and you're rigorous about prioritizing. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with flexibility to adjust to constantly changing priorities. A Do-er. You are a master organizer and planner and consistently look ahead and anticipate needs before they arise. You are solutions-oriented, a problem-solver looking for the best solution to whatever challenge you're confronted with. You don't wait for instructions. Instead, you proactively look for ways to offer support and be of use. You have success in meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Your responsibilities as the AWARE Farmworker Outreach Coordinator will include: Connect with community partners in Marion County to help establish relationships with those who relate to our farmworker community members. Listen and learn to client's needs. Report to AWARE Manager and Pantry Coordinator to ensure we are serving the clients according to needs. Drive AWARE Food Bank Truck for food distributions at least twice per week. Distributions are in rural areas, up to 2-hour round trip. Unload food deliveries and set up distributions at farmworker locations. Ensure clients sign in and record the client's information according to the USDA guidelines. Ensure food is distributed according to all applicable food safety guidelines and civil rights laws. Ensure food is distributed in a way that respects the dignity and culture of the clientele. Supervise and support volunteers assisting with distributions. Follow and ensure compliance with all applicable

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laws and best practices. Create Food Boxes that are culturally appropriate for the deliveries. Order and track orders of culturally appropriate foods. Manage FIFO rotation of product. Communicate inventory levels with lead warehouse volunteer and Pantry Coordinator. Manage and sort dunnage, clean totes, and bins. May assist with food pantry distribution to the public as needed. Could include managing front desk, assisting clients shopping through the pantry, or building food boxes. Other duties as assigned[1] About Marion Polk Food Share We are the regional food bank bringing people together to end hunger and its root causes in Marion and Polk Counties. Support from our local community makes it possible for the Food Share to collect and distribute nutritious food for children, adults, and seniors through more than 70 partner programs, including food pantries, meal sites and home-delivered meals and to carry out programs to address the root causes of hunger. At the Food Share, our commitment is to: Treat all people as our neighbor. Encourage creativity and be willing to take risks. Listen first and seek to understand. Focus on shared goals. Celebrate diversity, ensure dignity, and act equitably.

Job Conditions:

Work may be performed standing, kneeling, or bending for prolonged periods of time. Work may be performed outside or in a warehouse environment. Will frequently lift, move, and carry objects more than 50 pounds and push and pull loads up to 1500 pounds on carts and pallet jacks. Work is subject to varying indoor and outdoor temperatures and road and walkway surface in all seasons. Work requires driving a large, refrigerated box truck on regular basis, in varying weather conditions. Evening and weekend work required on a regular basis. Hybrid/remote/onsite requirements : Remote work is not available for this position. The Food Share provides essential services to our neighbors in Marion and Polk counties. As a result, all Food Share employees may be asked to report to work during local public health, weather, or other environmental emergencies. More on Compensation The Food Share provides all employees with the following benefits: Competitive pay 12 paid holidays each year Earned vacation and sick leave Employee Assistance Program To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and physical demand satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. EOE.

All candidates will need:

Ability to work effectively with a diverse group people, including people experiencing poverty and crisis, migrant farmworkers, culturally diverse communities, non-English speakers, and others. Knowledge of food safety and safe food handling procedures. Able to work with volunteers, staff, and community partners as part of a team. Able to work well under pressure with frequent interruptions and shifting priorities and exercise sound judgement daily. Able to operate a pallet jack or willing to learn. Forklift skills desired but not required. Able to lift to 50 pounds and perform work while seating or standing for a prolonged period. Ability to push/pull loads up to 1500 pounds on carts and pallet jacks. Commitment to promotion of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Passion for helping the community and addressing hunger. Must pass pre-employment drug screen (excluding THC) and full background check, including eligibility to work with vulnerable populations. Must pass driving record check and be insurable through Marion-Polk Food Share's vehicle insurance policy. The most competitive / strongest candidates will possess a combination of the following background, skills, experience, and knowledge. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed. 1-year experience in warehouse work, food services, food retail or another related field desired. Must have or be willing to obtain a Food Handler's Card or ServSafe Certification. Forklift certification a plus but not required. Must pass pre-employment drug screening that excludes THC. Must submit to full background check, including driving record check. Depending on the position sought, a criminal conviction or arrest record does not automatically bar employment with the Food Share. Spanish language proficiency highly preferred. Commitment to engagement in diversity, equity, and inclusion work Care and concern about food insecurity in our community and a desire to make a difference.