The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is currently hiring for a full time, regular/salaried and benefited Nonprofit Services Coordinator – School Based Programs :

ABOUT THE SAN DIEGO FOOD BANK:
Established in 1977, the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is a critical component to the welfare of San Diego County, providing nutritious food to people in need, advocating for the hungry and educating the public about hunger-related issues. For more information about the organization, please visit www.sandiegofoodbank.org.

Our Mission: : The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank and our North County Food Bank Chapter provide nutritious food to people in need, advocate for the hungry, and educate the public about hunger-related issues.



DID YOU KNOW? :
The San Diego Food Bank feeds approximately 400,000 people every month in partnership with 500 nonprofit community partners.

We are the fourth largest independent food bank in the country.

We distributed 44 million pounds of food in fiscal year 2021-2022; 31% of that food being fresh produce.

We have a 99% rating on Charity Navigator.

We are committed to innovation and sustainability to reduce our impact on the environment. We have 1,400 solar panels, we are LEED v4 Gold Certified, we have a 3,600 sq.ft composting and recycling center that houses our recycling and composting machine, and received the 2020 Business Waste Reduction & Recycling award?


POSITION PURPOSE :
Under the direct supervision of the Nonprofits Services Manager, the Nonprofits Services Coordinator performs a wide variety of routine to moderately difficult responsibilities, specialized administrative, and program-related duties in support of the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank’s operations, including, oversight of partner activities for programs targeted at serving clients 5-24 years old. This person will be the primary point of contact for Food 4 Kids Backpack Program, On the Go (Middle and High School Pantry program), and College Hunger-Relief Initiative.


PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Serve as primary contact to Food 4 Kids Backpack Program (elementary school)
  • Create Food 4 Kids district delivery calendars, annually
  • Onboard new schools or school personnel and provide in person support as needed
  • Ensure backpack bags are packed and delivered on the monthly schedule
  • Ensure student enrollment paperwork and quarterly reports are completed by 100% of participating schools
  • Maintain positive relationships with school districts and school sites
  • Serve as primary contact to On the Go (middle and high school) partners
  • Create monthly order sheet based on inventory on hand; communicate and take product orders from participating schools
  • Develop program outcome metrics and implement measurement of metrics
  • Ensure 100% compliance with monthly reports from pilot partners
• Support the needs of College Hunger-Relief partners’ campus-based food programs
  • Identify, create and facilitate forum for sharing best practices, procedures and innovative ideas
  • Administer any pass-through grant funding for capacity purchases, transportation, food center credit
  • Create and deploy Food Bank University curriculum specifically targeting college and university partners
• Arrange and conduct in person monitor visits to ensure compliance and capacity building activities, such as trainings, to increase the service depth and breadth for community-based partners
• Work closely and maintain positive relationships with partners to assure a seamless experience for clients receiving services
• Work with Nonprofit Services Manager and/or Senior Director of Programs on new initiatives to increase services for the 5-24 population in San Diego County
• Create, establish and facilitate new partnerships/collaborations that will help expand our county wide efforts ; including leading quarterly school-based programs meeting
• Recruit and train community partner staff, volunteers and interns on the importance of increasing services among their client base
• Works closely with the volunteer department to ensure backpack bags are packed and delivered per the monthly schedule.
• Keep accurate, detailed records and progress reports on information distributed, contacts and services provided as required. Prepare monthly and quarterly reports on program outreach and participation
• Some (infrequent) evening and weekend shifts may be required
• Others duties as assigned

EDUCATION, TRAINING and EXPERIENCE :

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outline above is graduation from a four-year college or university; or at least 3 years of progressively responsible experience in a non-profit organization; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

The ideal candidate will act with integrity according to their word and follow-through on commitments. Be open-minded and possess an internal drive to constantly improve services and make decisions quickly. The candidate will empower a free flow of communication with colleagues that is mindful, as well as have strategic, professional communication with external stakeholders.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES :
Knowledge of: :

• • Knowledge of Windows Operating Systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point)
  • Public speaking principles and practices; and/or customer service
  • Organizing and maintaining specialized documentation
  • Correct English usage including spelling, grammar and punctuation

Ability to: :

• • Interpret and explain program policies and procedures
  • Operate a computer using word processing, spreadsheet and database software applications
  • Learn Primarius inventory tracking system and Oasis Insight client database
  • Operate standard office equipment
  • Communicate effectively orally and in writing

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

• A valid California Driver’s License
• Must have own vehicle and will receive monthly reimbursements for mileage
• Proficient to expert skills in Microsoft Excel
• Reliable transportation

COMPENSATION :

• • This is a full-time, non-exempt/hourly/benefited position at $80,000-$85,000 per year based on experience.
  • The compensation package includes a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including: 403(b) plan with 200% employer matching; excellent health care coverage with free employee medical, dental and vision plans; company paid term life insurance; and a generous accrual of paid vacation and sick leave and 14 holidays per year.

WORK SCHEDULE :

• • Days and hours of work are in person Monday-Friday from 8:00 am– 4:30 pm
  • This position occasionally requires overtime or weekend shifts
• This position is required to travel 50% of the time; travel is primarily within San Diego County; possible opportunity for out of state travel to conferences

HOW TO APPLY :

• • Interested and qualified candidates should apply on our career website located at https://www.theapplicantmanager.com/careers?co=jc
  • Submissions missing a resume will not be considered for the position.
  • Background check and drug test is required for the position before employment starts.