What are the responsibilities and job description for the 25-26 Clark County Food Bank Farming & Gleaning Associate position at AmeriCorps?
This is an AmeriCorps/Washington Service Corps national service position. It is contingent on funding and open until filled. 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. Monthly stipend amount: $3,157.
Member Duties : 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. They will expand farm partnerships; recruit, train, and communicate with volunteers; plan and carry out farming 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.
Program Benefits : Training , Stipend , Health Coverage , Monthly stipend amount: $3,157 , Education award upon successful completion of service , Living Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible .
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Service Areas :
Hunger , Health , Children/Youth .
Hunger , Health , Children/Youth .
Skills :
Leadership , Team Work , Environment , Education , Communications , Youth Development , Public Speaking , Public Health , Recruitment .
Leadership , Team Work , Environment , Education , Communications , Youth Development , Public Speaking , Public Health , Recruitment .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
25-26 Clark County Food Bank Farming & Gleaning Associate
Program Start/End Date
09/02/2025 - 07/15/2026
Work Schedule
Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: 99
Program Locations
WASHINGTON
Accepting Applications
From 04/04/2025 To 08/31/2025
Contact
Marcie Walsh
6502 NE 47th Ave
Vancouver WA 98661
(360) 693-0939
wscip@esd.wa.gov
www.clarkcountyfoodbank.org
Listing ID
80915
Salary : $3,157
