CCE of Yates County Food Access Coordinator – Penn Yan, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension•New York, NY

4d•$22 - $24

About The Position

The Association Program Coordinator I will serve as the Food Access Coordinator for Cornell Cooperative Extension of Yates County, coordinating and supporting the county’s food access organizations and coalition. The role builds collaboration across organizations, supports school district food assistance programs, organizes coalition meetings and events, gathers and shares resources, and collects research and evaluation data. The coordinator uses existing program resources and materials to deliver program presentations and support educational activities. The position represents the association to the public, community leaders, government officials, and Cornell University. This is a full-time, non-exempt, benefits-eligible, grant-funded position scheduled for 37.5 hours per week. The coordinator works under the guidance of a supervisor and collaborates with Association staff, coalition members, school districts, community partners, and administration staff. The role may require travel and transporting program supplies or equipment. Flexible hours, including evenings and/or weekends, may be needed as appropriate.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent education; equivalent education may be a GED or high school diploma plus one year of transferable program or functional experience.
Experience relevant to the role of the position.
Ability to meet travel requirements associated with the position.
Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
Ability to transport supplies and equipment with or without accommodation.
Ability to communicate clearly in English, including speaking, reading, and writing proficiently.
Ability and willingness to work with diverse audiences and maintain cultural sensitivity.
Ability to identify and develop volunteer leadership.
Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work effectively with advisory boards, committees, community partners, and funding partners.
Ability to organize, implement, and teach informal educational programs.
Ability to participate effectively in professional team efforts.
Ability to identify and use program resources from the organization and community.
Ability to relate effectively to co-workers, advisors, community members, and professional leaders.
Ability to plan and organize personal work responsibilities according to priorities developed with the immediate supervisor.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and visually using traditional methods, educational tools, and electronic technology such as video, audio, and computers.
Proficiency with Windows-based software, internet use, and Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel.
Ability to work in a typical office environment, including lifting, moving, and/or transporting office supplies, work-related materials, and equipment, with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Experience and/or background with Cooperative Extension or similar educational organizations.
Educational background or professional experience in community organizing.

Responsibilities

Assist in sourcing program resources, funding opportunities, and materials.
Provide information and resources to coalition members using existing program resources and materials.
Cooperate with Association staff to achieve program delivery goals and support Food Access Coalition educational programs and activities as needed.
Assist supervisors, Resource Educators, and staff with non-complex administrative tasks in planning educational programs.
Assist with planning and strategy development to grow, strengthen, and improve programs.
May assist with program financial direction, including planning expenses, budgets, and financial resources for program continuation and enhancement.
Provide ongoing guidance and follow-up support to coalition members and Association staff to support program success.
Assist with problem solving and issue resolution under supervisor guidance.
Provide established guidance to food access coalition members in accordance with practices and procedures.
Assist supervisors with identifying, anticipating, recommending, and planning program and event needs and supplies.
Coordinate and support Food Access Coalition meetings and events under supervisor guidance.
Support coordination among food access organizations to strengthen collaboration, address service gaps, disperse excess food, and plan shared use of facilities.
Coordinate, inventory, organize, and prepare materials, equipment, and reference materials for coalition programs, activities, and other assigned Association activities.
Coordinate event registration and physical setup and prepare resources, including refreshments or meals, for coalition meetings and events.
Coordinate communications with participants and the public through information hubs, newsletters, email, phone messages, and social media.
Schedule program space and forward agreements or contracts for appropriate processing and signature when necessary.
Assist Yates County school districts in developing or expanding food access programs for students and families.
Develop a process, under supervisor guidance, to collect information from participants about unmet needs.
Assist coalition organizations with coordinating and promoting holiday food assistance programs.
Maintain confidentiality of information about organizations, program participants, families, and collected, accessed, or maintained data.
Collect, prepare, and maintain paperwork and databases as required by the supervisor, Association, and funding sources.
Complete required reports according to specified procedures and deadlines.
Implement program improvement initiatives as directed by the supervisor.
Contribute to reports for funders, advisory committees, the Board, and others, including written or oral presentations.
Submit accurate expense reports, mileage reports, receipts, supporting documentation, and vouchers in a timely manner according to policy and procedures.
Transport self and/or program materials or resources as required by position responsibilities.
Collaborate with administration staff to provide general office and reception support as necessary.
Develop and pursue a professional development plan with the supervisor and/or Executive Director.
Participate in activities supporting Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other assigned duties.
Support a safe working environment, follow applicable health and safety regulations and policies, proactively prevent accidents and injuries, and communicate identified hazards to supervisors.
Value and embrace diversity, help the Cornell Cooperative Extension system reach diverse audiences, follow Association policies and procedures and Cornell Cooperative Extension Skills for Success, and perform assigned duties professionally, accurately, and on time.