GRuB Community Education Coordinator

Please Note: You must complete all optional questions and the skills test to be considered for this position

This AmeriCorps national service position will serve 40 hours per week in person. Some evenings and weekends may be required. The anticipated service term is February 2025 - August 2025. The Community Education Coordinator will support GRuB's mission by serving as the primary contact for volunteers and host for farm visitors.

This position is a good fit for people who –

• Enjoy interacting with people of all ages from diverse backgrounds.
• Are interested in a career in social work, human services, or food security.
• Have some experience in customer service, farming, gardening, or volunteer coordination.

What you'll be doing –

• Support volunteer recruitment and onboarding process;.
• Serve as liaison and support for volunteers on site.
• Coordinate individual and group visits to the farm for service or education.
• Provide logistical support for events and special programs on site.

What you'll receive -

• Monthly stipend of $1,780. (Please note: this position is eligible for our Member Equity Enhanced stipend. Members may receive an enhanced stipend of $2,548 per month if their household's annual gross income is less than or equal to 200% of the federal poverty level based on household size.)
• Valuable experience in social services, food security, non-profit.
• An education award of up to $3,697 upon completion of the service term.
• Access to basic medical insurance, counseling, and career support services.
• Monthly Food Assistance (if eligible).
• Workers' compensation coverage.
• Subsidized childcare provided by GAP Solutions Inc. (if eligible).
• Student loan support including forbearance and interest accrual payment on qualifying loans and payment of interest on qualifying student loans that accrued during the service term (paid after successful completion of service term).
• Serving in a full-time AmeriCorps position qualifies as "employment" towards the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

About us -
GRuB's mission is to grow healthy food, people, and community. With roots in the land, we create opportunities for people to learn, lead, and thrive. We are located on a 3-acre neighborhood farm in Olympia, WA. Our headquarters is a "farmhouse" that is also a classroom and community space. The culture of our organization is collaborative, vibrant, and lighthearted. We offer education, veterans, and community garden programming. We welcome many volunteers and visitors to the farm throughout the year. The member will coordinate volunteers and host individuals and group visits to the farm.

Two ways to apply -

• via AmeriCorps listing - https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=72450
• via really (successful applicants will still need to complete the Americorps.gov enrollment)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $1,780.00 per month

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Please describe any past experiences you have with community service including how long you served with a particular organization.
• What do you already know about AmeriCorps national service?
• This is an AmeriCorps national service position. Please confirm you can commit to complete the full service term of 6 months by typing "I can commit to complete the full service term."
• Why are you interested in a role addressing food insecurity and promoting locally grown food and serving with GRuB specifically?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Olympia, WA 98502: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1,780 - $2,548