Remote SNAP Outreach & Equity Program Associate

The Food Research & Action Center; Yorktown (VA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision coverage

Mileage reimbursement for travel

Job summary

Maryland Hunger Solutions, an initiative of the Food Research & Action Center, seeks an Anti-Hunger Program Associate to boost participation in public nutrition programs and strengthen community food security across Maryland, with travel and remote work flexibility. Responsibilities include direct SNAP assistance, outreach, training, data reporting, and collaboration with state and local partners.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years’ experience, strong writing and public speaking

Qualifications

• Background in hunger and anti-poverty work.
• Commitment to social justice and racial equity.
• Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of relevant experience.
• Good conceptual, strategic thinking and creative skills.
• Proficient in writing clear and concise reports, emails, and documentation
• Exhibit empathy and sensitivity in communication with low-income families.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Detail-oriented planning and implementation skills.
• Willingness to work varied hours.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage several tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to present and speak in public on behalf of the organization.
• Ability to utilize technology to work remotely.
• Experience with SNAP and/or other federal nutrition/benefit programs (TANF, Medicaid, etc.).
• Ability to travel for local meetings, training and technical assistance opportunities and outreach events. (Parking/mileage reimbursement provided for required travel.
• Conversant in Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach and provide direct SNAP application assistance and support with SNAP pre-screening, redeterminations, and related questions.
• Provide training to partner organizations, public agencies, and interested individuals as appropriate.
• Assist in the development and implementation of strategies to increase the participation of families and individuals in public nutrition programs, with an initial special focus on SNAP.
• Provide technical assistance and work effectively with multiple stakeholders, including city and county public officials throughout the state of Maryland, community-based and faith-based organizations, social service agencies, and farmers’ markets.
• Attend community outreach events and activities to engage directly with residents, community organizations, and service providers about SNAP.
• Assist in MDHS’ research, policy improvement, program implementation, and outreach efforts on SNAP.
• Analyze policies and practices that foster or inhibit program participation and increase food access in Maryland.
• Collect and report data on Maryland participation rates in public nutrition programs and analyze community food security trends.
• Participate in and help strengthen coalitions and collaborative networks. Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, advocates, government partners, and other stakeholders to advance shared policy and programmatic goals.
• Assist in public education about federal nutrition programs and policies.
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Skills

Background in hunger/anti-poverty work

Social justice commitment

Bachelor’s degree

3+ years experience

Clear writing skills

Empathy in communication

Oral and written communication

Detail-oriented planning

Willingness to vary hours

Organizational skills

Public speaking ability

Remote work tech fluency

SNAP/benefits programs experience

Travel for local meetings

Spanish language a plus

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Maryland Hunger Solutions, an initiative of the Food Research & Action Center, seeks an Anti-Hunger Program Associate to boost participation in public nutrition programs and strengthen community food security across Maryland, with travel and remote work flexibility. Responsibilities include direct SNAP assistance, outreach, training, data reporting, and collaboration with state and local partners.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years’ experience, strong writing and public speaking