Coordinator, Farm to School Program

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Job Title: Coordinator, Farm to School Program and Requisition ID number: 101234

Close Date: 11:59 PM on 04/19/2024 

Organizational Unit: CWS, Wellness (10001108) 

Site: Nutrition Center (0782) 

FTE: 1.000; 52 wks; this is based on full-time equivalency with 1.0 being full time

Union: AMP(42) 

Functional Area: Food Service 

Resume and Cover Letter are mandatory to apply for any position.

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, coordinates MPS Farm to School Program, including program development, financial oversight, staff support, community development, and public relations; liaison with internal and external partners including local procurement and food educational efforts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS — Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Works with local small and disadvantaged farmers to procure local foods for the MPS school food programs.
• Works with MPS Culinary Center staff to assure efficient and effective incorporation of local products into food service operations.
• Develops, manages and evaluates pilot programs including but not limited to monthly local food taste tests in MPS cafeterias; local farm field trips; and bringing local growers to school sites.
• Partner with outside organizations to establish MPS urban farm as a site for farm field trips, school garden support, training opportunities, youth development, and special events.
• Coordinates Farm to School special events including but not limited to Minnesota Farm to School month, Food Day, Harvest Festivals, etc.
• Coordinates community development, outreach and public relations programs; recruits new advisory council members, trains community leaders, and builds relationships with community partners, media, non-profit and governmental organizations.
• Works with Culinary Center staff to promote and market MPS Farm to School programs; assures effective communication of program offerings; develops promotional materials, e-marketing, and public service announcements; coordinates community outreach and volunteer recruiting programs.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
• Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.
• Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Nutrition, Agriculture, Education, or a closely related field; AND four (4) years of professional experience administering public education support programs; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

Knowledge of:

• Applicable policies, procedures and regulations covering specific areas of assignment.
• Rules and regulations of the Minnesota Department of Education and other governing agencies.
• State and Federal laws governing public sector grant funding programs.
• Local community resources, agricultural advocacy groups, and regional agricultural programs.
• Personal computers utilizing standard software, and specialized MPS and state agency software applications and procedures.
• Principles of record keeping and records management.
• Safety rules and regulations.

Skill in:

• Understanding and applying program standards, public sector fund accounting procedures, applicable Federal and state rules and regulations, and MPS policies and procedures.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Coordinating and administering educational and school support programs.
• Identifying problems and opportunities, and developing solutions.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Providing effective customer service, and dealing tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, clients, advocates and representatives from community groups and government agencies.
• Effective verbal and written communication.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

A valid Minnesota State Driver’s License may be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a standard office environment which requires occasionally lifting such articles as file boxes or heavier materials with help from others and/or lifting and carrying light objects frequently. A job in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree or may involve sitting most of the time with long periods of computer work and heavy phone usage.

ORGANIZATIONAL INFORMATION

• Bargaining Unit: AMP
• Grade: 59
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Job Group: Food Services

Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:

Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready. Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body. Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.

Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.

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