Youth Urban Agriculture Program Coordinator

Luxium Solutions; Midland (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Making A Difference Foundation (MADF) in Tacoma, WA, seeks a full-time Rising Roots Coordinator to deliver and coordinate the Rising Roots youth microgreens and urban agriculture workforce development program for ages 16-25 across onsite locations.

You will manage weekly sessions, support youth mentorship, track participation, and oversee microgreens production from seed to harvest across greenhouse, garden and community sites.

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.
• 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 locations.

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

Program coordination

Diversity & inclusion

Mentorship

facilitation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Workspace

Monday.com

Job description

Making A Difference Foundation (MADF) in Tacoma, WA, seeks a full-time Rising Roots Coordinator to deliver and coordinate the Rising Roots youth microgreens and urban agriculture workforce development program for ages 16-25 across onsite locations.

You will manage weekly sessions, support youth mentorship, track participation, and oversee microgreens production from seed to harvest across greenhouse, garden and community sites.