Food and Farming Outreach Coordinator Job

We’re hiring a Food and Farming Outreach Coordinator! Join Sustainable Connections, an entrepreneurial non-profit organization that works with dozens of partner organizations and over 2000 local businesses a year to create thriving communities. Provide your exceptional outreach and communication skills to support the Food & Farming program alongside other programs such as Energy & Green Building, Housing & Smart Growth, Toward Zero Waste, Think Local First, and Cloud Mountain Farm Center.

Our dynamic team is results-oriented and enjoys working in downtown Bellingham as well as Everson, WA. The Food and Farming Outreach Coordinator reports to the Eat Local First Manager and Communications Director. This person works with a team to promote local food & farming businesses through print materials, digital communications, event coordination, community outreach, Eat Local First campaigns, and more! In order to create thriving communities, we are committed to continually improving and learning. Our statement of commitment to equity, diversity & inclusion can be found here: https://sustainableconnections.org/about-us/

This is an introductory (90 day waiting period), FLSA Non-exempt, full-time (40hrs/week) position to be compensated $17-20 hourly depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits for first year, regular, full-time employees (working 40hrs/week) include:

• 16 days per year of paid time off
• An additional 6 days of paid time off near year end
• An individual benefit of $350 per month
• A very flexible work schedule
• Up to a 3% match SIMPLE IRA non-designated retirement plan
• Great office space, fun and supportive coworkers, a welcoming & inclusive environment and the opportunity to help lead a nationally recognized organization

To Apply: Email a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for three professional references by email to mary@sustainableconnections.org by 11:59PM on October 20, 2021.