What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director position at Barb Food Mart?
This is a part-time, 20 hours per week position reporting to the Director. The role of the Assistant Director is to assist in the weekly operations of Barb Food Mart. This position will work closely with the Director and volunteers to ensure families are served in accordance with our mission.
Assist with and lead in the absence of the director in the following activities:
Food pantry weekly operations, food procurement, maintaining appropriate inventory, maintaining online ordering process, food distributions, satellite pantry operations. We’re looking for a dynamic, friendly, and outgoing individual with good communication skills to join our team!
Primary responsibilities are as follows:
Volunteer Management
- Recruit, develop, and maintain relationships with volunteers and partner organizations.
- Serve as liaison with individuals, groups and businesses who wish to participate with our food pantry or other volunteer activities.
- Enhance existing and develop new community partnerships to increase access to food and other resources for clients.
- Act as the primary point of contact for new volunteers.
Fund Development
- Actively develop and pursue new fundraising initiatives.
- Increase fundraising activity with support of board members.
- Develop and implement donor engagement strategies in coordination with the Director.
- Grant writing as appropriate and designated by Barb Food Mart Director.
Operations
- Support pantry operations in the absence of the Director.
- Ensure compliance with all Northern Illinois Food Bank, DeKalb County Health Department and other applicable agencies.
- Manage multiple shifts a week of volunteers, including weekly distribution, scheduled with coordination of the Director.
Outreach
- Maintain social media platforms, currently Facebook and Instagram
- Develop social media metrics and engagement plan to increase engagement
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
- Ability to stand for up to 4 hours per shift
- Frequent bending, twisting, and reaching
Other Requirements
- Familiarity with Google Suite
- Spanish speaking preferred
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- DeKalb, IL 60115 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- DeKalb, IL 60115: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $25