Bilingual Food Access Assistant (Spanish or Somali)

Community Action Center of Northfield Inc; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP counseling

Professional development

Pay reviews

PSLF eligibility

ESST

Job summary

Community Action Center of Northfield Inc is seeking a Food Access Program Assistant to support CAC’s food shelf operations, engage with neighbors, and coordinate volunteers. The role reports to the Food Access Site Manager and is based at the Faribault Resource Center, approximately 15 hours per week at $18–$20 per hour.

The position requires bilingual English and Somali, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Somali.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Organized, adaptable, and effective in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent ability to multi-task and troubleshoot issues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for equity and social justice.

Responsibilities

• Support training and management of food shelf volunteers.
• Support the home delivery program, food rescue, and mobile distributions using the CAC cargo van as needed.
• Build relationships with participants and work with CAC leadership to identify new outreach opportunities.
• Coordinate with the Food Access Team to connect participants with other CAC resources.
• Follow safety procedures and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Bilingual English-Somali

Interpersonal skills

Multitask

Teamwork

Adaptability

Problem solving

Equity and social justice

Job description

Community Action Center of Northfield Inc is seeking a Food Access Program Assistant to support CAC’s food shelf operations, engage with neighbors, and coordinate volunteers. The role reports to the Food Access Site Manager and is based at the Faribault Resource Center, approximately 15 hours per week at $18–$20 per hour.

The position requires bilingual English and Somali, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.