Local Foods Program Coordinator - Elmira, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension•New York, NY

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About The Position

The Local Food Program Coordinator for Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Chemung County is responsible for day-to-day management, organization, and coordination of the Local Food Program, including program coordination and implementation, administrative support, and oversight of volunteers. The role collaborates with CCE Chemung staff, local government, stakeholder groups, and community volunteers; facilitates outreach, education, stakeholder input sessions, evaluation, and training; and serves as a subject matter resource on Local Food. The work takes place in diverse urban, suburban, and rural communities across Chemung County and requires communicating effectively with varied audiences using different delivery methods. This is a full-time, non-exempt position at 100% FTE and 37.5 hours per week, paying $23.08 per hour. The Community and Economic Vitality Resource Educator supervises the position. Work may involve flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, travel within the position’s requirements, lifting and carrying 20–50 pounds regularly, and long hours in diverse and sometimes challenging weather conditions. The position offers, based on eligibility, health and dental insurance, retirement, vacation, sick leave, and personal leave.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent education consisting of an associate’s degree and two years of transferable program or functional experience.
Experience relevant to the role.
Valid New York State driver’s license and ability to meet the position’s travel requirements.
Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
Ability to regularly lift and carry 20–50 pounds.
Willingness to work long hours in diverse and sometimes challenging weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate effectively orally, in writing, and visually, including through public presentations.
Three or more years of professional experience in agriculture, local food, or related topics.
Experience working with diverse groups, developing community programs, and/or developing projects.
Expertise developing outreach materials for print and online distribution.
Project management, grants, and fund development experience.
Volunteer management and team-building experience.

Responsibilities

Use existing resources to deliver hands-on workshops and educational presentations to community members and agencies.
Deliver educational workshops to increase professional competencies in the industry and teach existing and innovative educational programs.
Promote acceptance of program methods and policies while addressing community and individual needs and diverse audiences.
Provide educational programming through mass media and a variety of other educational methods.
Serve as a Local Food subject matter resource for staff, clientele, and other groups.
Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension before the public, community leaders, government officials, Cornell, and other land-grant universities as part of program delivery.
Help ensure program delivery follows statewide and local Plans of Work and Association goals.
Collect program evaluation data and obtain feedback from constituencies about Local Food programs.
Provide input to the supervisor on program goals, delivery structure, communications strategies, and budget development.
Help resolve program problems and conflicts using applicable CCE policies and procedures.
Oversee program volunteers in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols.
Support implementation of the program budget, prepare and submit expense reports, and track and report stakeholder and volunteer time.
Recommend program budget needs, identify potential future funding, and assist with grant writing.
Coordinate program activities with staff, community stakeholders, and volunteers, including scheduling and logistical support.
Compile resources into educational materials, implement the program schedule, and coordinate program planning and delivery.
Recruit program participants and transport participants, materials, and resources to program sites.
Perform administrative work including outreach, workshops, and data entry, and provide hands-on support for community demonstrations.
Work with staff, community members, volunteers, municipalities, businesses, and local organizations.
Represent the Local Food Program and Cornell Cooperative Extension at community functions, meetings, and events as appropriate.
Coordinate and submit grant or other funding proposals, including required financial documentation, and help meet grant and contract reporting deadlines.
Develop and pursue a professional development plan with the supervisor and/or Issue Leader.
Support Cornell Cooperative Extension through staff meetings, timely expense reporting, collaboration with staff, and general marketing of Extension programs.
Support a safe working environment, follow applicable health and safety requirements, proactively prevent accidents and injuries, and report hazards to supervisors.