Youth Microgreens & Urban Farms Coordinator

Making A Difference Foundation; Midland (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MADF in Tacoma, WA is seeking a full‑time Rising Roots Coordinator to lead the Rising Roots youth microgreens and urban agriculture workforce development program, providing hands‑on training for youth ages 16–25. You will work on‑site across greenhouse, garden, and community locations, reporting to the Director of Programs.

Responsibilities include coordinating weekly sessions, mentoring youth, overseeing planting and harvest activities, tracking outcomes, and building partnerships with

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in program coordination or youth development.
• Experience working with youth ages 16–25.
• Experience working with diverse communities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace.
• Experience using Monday.com for project tracking or CRM.
• Experience with microgreens production or urban agriculture programs.
• Able to lift 30–40 lbs and perform standing, bending, and light labor indoors and outdoors.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate weekly program sessions for youth participants.
• Support youth engagement, mentorship, and participation tracking throughout the program.
• Oversee planting, growing, and harvesting processes in microgreens and urban agriculture projects.
• Track program data and outcomes to ensure effective delivery and impact.
• Manage partnerships, outreach efforts, and program logistics with community stakeholders.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive environment for youth development and workforce training.

Skills

Youth development

Community engagement

Data tracking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Workspace

Monday.com

CRM

Job description

MADF in Tacoma, WA is seeking a full‑time Rising Roots Coordinator to lead the Rising Roots youth microgreens and urban agriculture workforce development program, providing hands‑on training for youth ages 16–25. You will work on‑site across greenhouse, garden, and community locations, reporting to the Director of Programs.

Responsibilities include coordinating weekly sessions, mentoring youth, overseeing planting and harvest activities, tracking outcomes, and building partnerships with