POSITION:                TEFAP Distribution Program Coordinator

SUPERVISOR:        WDC Operations Manager

SUMMARY JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for the coordination of the Thurston County Food Bank’s Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP).  Primary responsibilities include:  monitoring contract compliance for tracking inventory control, coordinating of federal food deliveries, monthly reporting, and contract management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the contracts manager with monitoring contract compliance with the federal TEFAP program.

• Solicit reports from subcontractors, and prepare reports as required for contract compliance.

• In coordination with the supervisor, build orders based on allotments.

• Identify and implement product rotation procedures with a focus on Federal foods.

• Monitor compliance for the Food Bank and subcontractors with Federal and State contracts related to food programs.

• Coordinate outgoing deliveries and incoming shipments with the supervisor to make full use of available resources, and meet specific equipment needs.

• Train and orient project staff and volunteers on Federal, State, and local program standards, job requirements, philosophy and mission of the program, and coordination with other available community resources.

• Serve as an active Food Bank staff member, including participation in meetings, training, fundraising efforts, and other planned activities.

• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Ability to work with individuals of varying socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to understand and apply the philosophy and mission of the Thurston County Food Bank.
• Ability to maintain inventory control
• Ability to maintain flexible work hours to accommodate meeting schedules, staff training, and other or agency-related activities.
• Knowledge of the needs of our client base.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• One year of experience with contract management
• Warehouse experience, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
• Computer literacy including the use of word processing software.
• Washington State Driver’s License and reliable transportation to be used on the job.
• Food Handler’s permit or ability to obtain one within 30 days.
• Possess or obtain a First Aid card in one of the following programs:  American Red Cross, Labor & Industries, or another County-approved program. 

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Salary & Benefits: $23.78 – $25.24/hour starting wage (d.o.e.), $23.78 – $28.97 full salary range (svc yr based), 40 hours/week. Employee benefits include employer-paid medical coverage, vision, and dental for employees. Coverage for spouses, partners, and dependents also available. Paid time off, matching retirement contributions.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required prior to employment. As a public health non-profit that receives funding from several state agencies, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Employees may make requests for a reasonable accommodation based on a medical disability or for sincerely held religious beliefs. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation. 

Work Location: This position will work out of our Tumwater Warehouse Distribution Center located at 2260 Mottman Rd SW, Tumwater WA 98512

The Thurston County Food Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek to provide equal opportunity for all persons without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected under the law. People of color and members of the LGBTQ community are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to cultivating a diverse workforce that serves and reflects our community. 

POSITION: Clt Svcs Ops Team Support Program Asst

SUPERVISOR: OCSC & LCSC Operations Manager

SUMMARY JOB DESCRIPTION:

This temporary position will be hired from April through June.

This placement will support our work to eliminate hunger in our local community in an atmosphere of neighbor helping neighbor. Our organization provides food programs and services to more than 71,000 residents of Thurston County. This position focuses on procuring food, repackaging and processing orders, and supporting all aspects of receiving and delivering food to those we collaborate with. Our partners include organizations, nonprofits, and groups that focus on food security for families, children, seniors, and individuals who are housed and unhoused. Forty-nine percent of those we serve are children under the age of 18. This Position will provide support to all aspects of our operations. They are supported by staff and volunteers with opportunities to learn about food insecurity in Thurston County and how our collective community efforts work to reduce barriers to accessing food for marginalized, underserved, and underrepresented members of our community.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Assist with Client Services intake

•Receive, inspect and process shipments/orders including Federal foods, regionally and locally sourced donations

•Maintain receiving area and other work areas to acceptable operating standards

•Sort, pack, restock and distribute food to clients

•Work in cooperation with Food Bank staff and volunteers in groups and independently

•Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Ability to work with individuals of varying socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.

• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to interpret and carry out Federal, State, and local program standards.

• Ability to understand and apply the philosophy and mission of the Thurston County Food Bank.

• Ability to work with individuals of varying socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.

• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.

• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing.

• Able-bodied enough to lift 50-pound boxes.

• Willingness to be flexible with types of tasks given.

• A team player, but also capable of working independently.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Computer literacy including use of word processing, database, and accounting software.

• Food Handler’s permit or ability to obtain one within 30 days.

Additional Information

Salary & Benefits: $22.63/hour starting wage, $22.63 – $27.57 full salary range (svc yr based), 32 hours/week. Employee benefits include employer-paid medical coverage, vision, and dental for employees. Coverage for spouses, partners, and dependents also available. Paid time off, matching retirement contributions.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required prior to employment. As a public health non-profit that receives funding from several state agencies, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Employees may make requests for a reasonable accommodation based on a medical disability or for sincerely held religious beliefs. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation.

Work Location: This position report to our client service centers. The Downtown Food Pantry is located at 220 Thurston Ave NE, Olympia WA 98501-1138 and our Lacey Food Pantry is located at 7027 Martin Way E, Olympia, WA 98516.

POSITION:               Kiwanis Garden – Procurement Program Assistant   

SUPERVISOR:           WDC Operations Manager

SUMMARY JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position will work closely with and support all aspects of the Kiwanis garden under the Procurement Program at our Warehouse.  This staff member will play a key role in supporting staff and volunteers in hunger relief by increasing food access, quality and quantity.

Under supervision, and appropriate training they will see produce from soil to food bank delivery.

Orientation, training, and a tour of all Thurston County Food Bank buildings and gardens to support understanding of our organization’s programs, culture, values, and ethics.

Site-specific training at buildings & gardens to understand all aspects of procurement processes including equipment training, safety protocols, communication, and understanding of roles of staff.

• Assist farm program lead with farm plan, equipment maintenance, propagation, soil prep, field seeding, planting, harvesting, cover cropping, field maintenance, produce delivery, and data entry.

• Assist with managing farm volunteers.

• Deliver produce to Food Bank buildings.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Reliability
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to interpret and carry out Federal, State, and local program standards
• Ability to understand and apply the philosophy and mission of the Thurston County Food Bank.
• Ability to maintain flexible work hours to accommodate meeting schedules, staff training, and other or agency-related activities.
• Knowledge of the needs of our client base.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to lift 50 lbs throughout the day
• Ability to stand for 5 to 7 per day
• Computer literacy includes the use of word processing, database, and spreadsheet software.
• Washington State Driver’s License and reliable transportation to be used on the job.
• Food Handler’s permit or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.

Additional Information

Salary & Benefits:
$22.63/hour starting wage, $22.63 – $27.57 full salary range (svc yr based), 32 hours/week April – June and 20 hours/week July – Sept. These positions are not benefits eligible.

Proof of COVID-19
vaccination is required prior to employment. As a public health non-profit that receives funding from several state agencies, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Employees may make requests for a reasonable accommodation based on a medical disability or for sincerely held religious beliefs. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to
vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation. 

Work Location: These positions will report to the Tumwater Warehouse Distribution Center Warehouse located at 2260 Mottman Rd SW, Tumwater WA 98512.

POSITION:               Operations Team Support Prgrm Asst

SUPERVISOR:         OCSC & LCSC Operations Managers

SUMMARY JOB DESCRIPTION:

These temporary positions will be hired from April through June.

These placements will support our work to eliminate hunger in our local community in an atmosphere of neighbor helping neighbor. Our organization provides food programs and services to more than 71,000 residents of Thurston County. This position focuses on serving clients, procuring food, repackaging and processing orders and supporting all aspects of receiving and delivering food to those we collaborate with. Our partners include organizations, nonprofits and groups that focus on food security for families, children, seniors and individuals who are housed and unhoused. Forty nine percent of those we serve are children under the age of 18.  This Position will provide support to all aspects of our operations.  They are supported by staff and volunteers with opportunities to learn about food insecurity in Thurston County and how our collective community efforts work to reduce barriers to accessing food for marginalized, underserved and underrepresented members of our community.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive, inspect and process shipments/orders including Federal foods, regionally and locally sourced donations

• Product control to include supporting inventory, rotation and ordering systems

• Use of equipment such as pallet jacks and fork lift, walkie stacker and cardboard baler (at CSC)

• Experience with loading dock procedures including use of a lift gate (WDC only)

• Maintain receiving area and other work areas to acceptable operating standards

• Assist clients in accessing available programs and resources.

• Sort, pack, restock and distribute food to clients

• Work in cooperation with Food Bank staff and volunteers in groups and independently

• Possible off-site work supporting deliveries, pickups, distribution of food

• Provide back up for other program staff as needed.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Ability to work with individuals of varying socio-economical, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Computer literacy including use of word processing, database, and spreadsheet.
• Able bodied enough to lift 50-pound boxes.
• Valid WA State driver’s license
• Current CPR & First Aid Certificates or be willing to obtain
• Must have or obtain a valid Washington State Food Workers Card.
• Willingness to be flexible with types of tasks given.
• A team player, but also capable of working independently.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Food Handler’s permit or ability to obtain one within 30 days.

Additional Information

Salary & Benefits: $22.63/hour starting wage, $22.63 – $27.57 full salary range (svc yr based), 32 hours/week. Employee benefits include employer-paid medical coverage, vision, and dental for employees. Coverage for spouses, partners, and dependents also available. Paid time off, matching retirement contributions.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required prior to employment. As a public health non-profit that receives funding from several state agencies, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Employees may make requests for a reasonable accommodation based on a medical disability or for sincerely held religious beliefs. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation. 

Work Location: These positions report to our client service centers. The Downtown Food Pantry is located at 220 Thurston Ave NE, Olympia WA 98501-1138   and our Lacey Food Pantry is located at 7027 Martin Way E, Olympia, WA 98516.

The Thurston County Food Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek to provide equal opportunity for all persons without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected under the law. People of color and members of the LGBTQ community are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to cultivating a diverse workforce that serves and reflects our community. 

POSITION:                For Kids Program Coordinator

SUPERVISOR:        WDC Operations Manager

SUMMARY JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for the management of the Thurston County Food Bank’s For Kids and Summer Lunch programs. Primary responsibilities include:  monitoring the programs for contract compliance, inventory management, scheduling, and logistics for the programs’ evening and weekend volunteer opportunities, compiling demographic and other information as needed for reporting, planning, and funding sources as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordination of the Food Bank’s weekend meal bag program.  This includes inventory oversite, quality control, and building and distribution of orders to local schools and community partners.

• Monitor Summer Lunch meal sites supported or operated by the Food Bank to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local program standards. Ensure compliance with School District Practices and Health Department requirements.

• Coordinating the inventory, scheduling, and delivery of the Food Bank children’s holiday events.

• Coordinate evening and weekend program-specific volunteer opportunities.

• Train and orient project staff and volunteers on Federal, State, and local program standards, job requirements, philosophy, and mission of the program, and in coordination with other available community resources.

• Recruit, train, and develop ongoing relationships with schools and other organizations.

• Prepare reports as required by the supervisor and contracting agencies.

• Coordinate with other agencies to expand access to programs.

• Serve as an active Food Bank staff member, including participation in meetings, training, fundraising efforts, and other planned activities.

• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Ability to work with individuals of varying socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.

• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision

• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

• Ability to interpret and carry out Federal, State, and local program standards

• Ability to understand and apply the philosophy and mission of the Thurston County Food Bank.

• Ability to maintain inventory control

• Ability to maintain flexible work hours to accommodate meeting schedules, staff training, and other agency-related activities.

• Knowledge of the needs of Food Bank’s client base in our community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 year of experience with warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.

• Computer literacy including the use of word processing, database, and spreadsheet software.

• Washington State Driver’s License and reliable transportation to be used on the job.

• Food Handler’s permit or ability to obtain one within 30 days.

• Possess or obtain a First Aid card in one of the following programs:  American Red Cross, Labor & Industries, or another County-approved program.

Additional Information

Salary & Benefits: $23.78- $25.24/hour starting wage (d.o.e), $23.78 – $28.97 full salary range (svc yr based), Full-Time, 40 hours/week. Employee benefits include employer-paid medical coverage, vision, and dental for employees. Coverage for spouses, partners, and dependents also available. Paid time off, matching retirement contributions.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required prior to employment. As a public health non-profit that receives funding from several state agencies, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Employees may make requests for a reasonable accommodation based on a medical disability or for sincerely held religious beliefs. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation. 

Work Location: This position works out of the TCFB Tumwater Warehouse Distribution Center (WDC) located 2260 Mottman Rd SW, Tumwater WA 98512.

The Thurston County Food Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek to provide equal opportunity for all persons without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected under the law. People of color and members of the LGBTQ community are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to cultivating a diverse workforce that serves and reflects our community.