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Director Job Description – Foothills Food Bank
About the Foothills Food Bank
The Foothills Food Bank was established in 1986 and supplies groceries to anyone residing in the State of Washington. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization predominantly serving the unincorporated communities of Eastern Whatcom County. We are part of a network of Whatcom County food banks that distribute commodity food resources.
The Foothills Food Bank serves an average of approximately 325 Foothills families every week at our distributions and provides groceries for home-bound adults in our community through our Home Delivery program. Our Winter and Spring Pantry Program helps prevent hunger over school breaks for low-income elementary school students by providing additional kid-friendly snacks and meals.
In March 2020, we moved into our new facility at the East Whatcom Community Resource Center. We are excited to be hiring a new leadership team member to support our volunteer-run organization as we continue to uphold our mission: to distribute quality nutritious food to community members in need, and to deliver services with respect and dignity.
Position Overview
The Director is responsible for planning, directing and oversight of all Foothills Food Bank (FFB) operations. This includes ensuring that the food bank is meeting the needs of our clients and our community and working with the Board to develop policies and conducting strategic planning.
Responsibilities
Planning, Partnerships, and Financial Management
● Develop with the Board of Directors an annual business plan, with multi-year forecasting to achieve food bank purposes; ensure financially sustainable operations.
● Prepare and maintain operating and capital budgets for approval by the board and be held accountable for control of resources; manage cash flow/business operating lines.
● Investigate new opportunities and make recommendations to the Board of Directors on program expansion and partnerships.
● Maintain knowledge of food security trends; represent and promote FFB with grantors, donors, and government partners.
● Participate actively in the Whatcom Food Bank Network. Represent the Foothills Food Bank at local and regional meetings and events.
● Oversee execution of annual pre-season local produce purchasing agreements with Whatcom County Farms.
Operations
● Oversee FFB’s operations to advance the organization, in compliance with food bank’s policies, contractual obligations, and plans; ensure efficient and effective use of resources and optimal service to clients.
● Work in partnership with FFB Operations Manager to maintain a strong volunteer program that supports safe and efficient delivery of services.
● Darryl is currently doing this and can continue doing thisManage relationships with contractors and partners to ensure that reliable systems are in place.
● Ensure compliance with all applicable laws regarding licenses, certifications, permits, health regulations, employment, food safety, etc.
● Work in concert with Operations Manager to ensure timely maintenance of facility space, equipment, vehicles, and other necessary infrastructure as needed.
Human Resources
● Hire, supervise and evaluate all FFB staff, Vista/Americorps volunteers if any, and contractors. Currently there is only one other paid staff.
● Promote a culture of cooperation and respect among staff and volunteers; ensure that the responsibilities and accountability of all staff and volunteers are defined and understood. Ensure compliance with personnel policies.
● Ensure a safe, healthy workplace for employees and that training of staff and volunteers is provided as needed.
Fundraising and Outreach
● Build upon and implement a fund development plan along with the Boards support to sustain the organization’s success.
● Seek grant funding and prepare grant applications. Ensure grant compliance and reporting.
● Build upon the community outreach and visibility strategy to increase public awareness and encourage donor support.
● Ensure that information about the FFB is communicated through multiple channels – including press releases, website, social media. Represent the FFB as the face of the organization.
Board Governance Support
● Provide monthly reports to the board in advance of board meetings, prepare board packets.
● Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and annual budget.
● Attend board meetings and annual retreat.
● Collaborate with and provide support to the Food Bank’s board committees.
Qualifications
● 3-5 years in non-profit, food industry, or related business administration experience preferred.
● 1-3 years’ experience supervising and managing a team of 5+ employees and/or volunteers.
● Excellent oral and written communications, strong interpersonal and networking ability.
● Ability to work effectively with a Board of Directors.
● Ability to represent the Foothills Food Bank with professional poise and work effectively with a wide range of constituents.
● Experienced shared/collaborative leadership style.
● Ability to develop annual budgets and provide monthly and quarterly financial reports.
● Ability to strategize, plan, organize and implement activities for the advancement of Food Bank long range and annual goals.
● Strong computer literacy skills, particularly in Microsoft Word, Excel and Quickbooks.
● Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
● Committed to addressing the complex hunger issues facing our rural, low-income families.
● Honesty, integrity, and a commitment to the mission of the Foothills Food Bank.
Compensation
- Full-time: 32 hours a week
- Salary: $58,000 – $63,000 DOE
- Overtime nonexempt
- 12 days PTO/yr. 2.5 hours for every 32 or 40 worked
- Majority of federal holidays off
- Accrued 1hr of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
- Currently no health or retirement, but the board is actively seeking opportunities for this.
To Apply
To apply, visit www.foothillsfoodbank.org and send cover letter and resume to address listed on posting.
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