Food Security Programs Lead — Nutrition & Education

CAPSTONE COMMUNITY ACTION INC; Barre (VT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401k with employer match

Professional development

Job summary

Capstone Community Action is seeking a coordinator in Vermont to oversee daily food shelf operations, coordinate volunteers, and develop nutrition education programs. You will support individuals and families in accessing food and essential services while fostering collaborations with local partners.

The role requires strong leadership, effective communication, and the ability to work with diverse populations; regular hours are Monday–Friday with some evenings/weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or a minimum of four years’ experience with human services.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, move pallets, use a hand truck to move food from or into storage, climb into and out of trucks, and lift product onto shelving.
• Demonstrated knowledge of human services, domestic violence issues, adult development, and educational and human service networks in central Vermont. Demonstrated sensitivity to issues related to poverty and the barriers faced by people with low incomes.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Responsibilities occasionally may require an adjusted work schedule and evening/weekend hours in order to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with diverse populations including co- workers, parents and children, service providers, and public officials.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, willingness to adopt a team approach to management and ability to delegate responsibility. Experience managing volunteers.
• A home telephone, reliable insured transportation, and a valid Vermont driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily food shelf operations.
• Coordinates volunteers.
• Develops nutrition education programs.
• Supports individuals and families in accessing food and essential services.
• Maintains community partnerships.
• Supervises staff.
• Manages reporting requirements.
• Helps secure resources for food security efforts.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Volunteer management

Diversity & inclusion

Flexible schedule

Physical ability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

Capstone Community Action is seeking a coordinator in Vermont to oversee daily food shelf operations, coordinate volunteers, and develop nutrition education programs. You will support individuals and families in accessing food and essential services while fostering collaborations with local partners.

The role requires strong leadership, effective communication, and the ability to work with diverse populations; regular hours are Monday–Friday with some evenings/weekends as needed.