Farming and Gleaning Associate - Clark County Food Bank

This is an AmeriCorps/Washington Service Corps national service position. It is contingent on funding and open until filled. To serve in AmeriCorps you must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Please do not inquire if you do not meet these requirements.

The Farming and Gleaning Associate supports Clark County Food Bank’s work to alleviate hunger and its root causes by coordinating gleaning efforts between volunteers, home gardeners, and farmers’ market partners. Duties include:

• Expand farm partnerships.
• Recruit, train, and communicate with volunteers.
• Plan and carry out farm volunteer events to integrate into the farm season.
• Collaborate with Director of Programs on strategic planning, measuring program success, and sustainability efforts.
• Participate in routine aspects of organization work including staff meetings, special events, additional training, program reporting, and community meetings related to public health.

Monthly stipend: $3,157

Additional Benefits:

• Medical Insurance.
• Enhanced member benefits including access to mental health counseling, career services, and financial counseling.
• Education award of up to $7,395 upon completion of service.
• Childcare and food assistance if eligible.

About Us

The mission of the Clark County Food Bank is to "alleviate hunger and its root causes." The Farming and Gleaning program engages volunteers and farmers' markets to increase access to fresh food. The program increases access to fresh produce available for our 43 partner agencies across Clark County. This position requires flexibility to serve after 5 pm and on occasional weekends. There are multiple positions available at the Clark County Food Bank. If you want to serve with us, please also see the listings for the Nutrition Educator and Food Distribution Associate positions. We plan to begin interviewing in early June. There are two Farming and Gleaning positions available. One serves for 10.5 months and begins in September/October. The other serves for 8.5 months and begins in December. We are currently recruiting for both positions. Visit us online at: www.clarkcountyfoodbank.org or email host site at: marcie.walsh@clarkcountyfoodbank.org for more information.