"Food Security & Basic Needs Program Coordinator"

Job Description

Montgomery College, Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus, has an immediate need for a Full-time Food Security & Basic Needs Program Coordinator in the Student Life Office within the Student Affairs Division. The work schedule is Monday- Friday from 8:30-5:00 with occasional evenings and weekends as needed. This is a non-bargaining, exempt, Grade 27 position. This position is currently eligible for telework 1 day a week. This eligibility is subject to change based on the needs of the unit.

Montgomery College promotes and creates a working and learning environment rooted in the basic tenets of fairness, belonging and inclusiveness.

Duties include but are not limited to

• Develop, implement, and coordinate food security programming and services.
• Provide advocacy and outreach to educate the college community on food insecurity.
• Organize workshops, events, and educational campaigns on nutrition, budgeting, and meal preparation.
• Coordinate and manage food resources/inventory, ensuring a consistent supply of non-perishable goods and fresh produce.
• Organize education workshops and events on nutrition, budgeting, and meal preparation.
• Network with local organizations and community partners to enhance resources and support for students.
• Communicate with internal and/or external constituencies regarding food related initiatives.
• Collaborate with local food banks and suppliers to secure donations and discounts for the college.
• Provide guidance and support to students facing food insecurity, connecting them to available internal and external resources and programs.
• Develop and maintain accurate reporting data regarding program utilization and effectiveness. Recommends enhancements to maximize program effectiveness and allocation of resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Training and Experience Required

• Bachelors degree in public health, social work, psychology, nutrition, or related field.
• Three (3) years of experience working with student support programs in higher education
• Experience in managing, coordinating, or developing food security programs or initiatives.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, or experience that demonstrates the ability to effectively perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of local resources and community organizations related to food security.
• Demonstrated experience in community organizing, program development, or food security initiatives.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid Driver's License Required

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Financial Disclosure:

May be required to file

Hiring Range

$65,910-85,671 annually. Initial salary placement for new hires falls between the minimum and midpoint of the range and is based on relevant candidate experience and internal equity. The maximum salary for this position is $105,432.

Application Process:

• Position is open until filled
• For consideration, you must attach a resume that provides the month, and year(s) worked at each employer and detailed experience to reflect the duties and responsibilities performed at each employer.
• If any position listed on your resume was a part-time position, please indicate so on the resume.
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For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, must be included in your application.

As a condition of employment, the following are required at the time of hire:

• Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).
• Participation in a Maryland State Retirement System plan (Pension or Optional Retirement Plan, depending on the position). If you are already retired from the Maryland State Retirement System, you may not enroll in a Maryland State Retirement System plan at Montgomery College and may have earn​ings restrictions, per state law.

Our benefits package includes: generous paid vacation, sick, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, group legal benefits, professional development, retirement plan, educational assistance, tuition waiver for employee and dependents, wellness programming including onsite gyms, pools and classes.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at 240-567-5353 or HRSTM@montgomerycollege.edu. We require at least two weeks advance notice to enable us to provide the requested accommodation.

Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff.

Montgomery College is a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled