Below are job openings with our partner organizations and other local organizations and offices, listed in order of newest to oldest. Click the linked text to learn more about the job listing and how to apply:
- Market Share Operator at FRESHFARM
Are you a creative problem solver with a knack for customer service? Are you professionally fluent in English and Spanish and excited to help DMV consumers access more fresh fruits and vegetables? Apply to be FRESHFARM’s Market Share Operator! As our Pop-Up Food Hub has grown, our team needs support to coordinate and operate our CSA-style retail program: the Market Share. The Market Share Operator will support this program through promotion & outreach, customer engagement, packing & distribution, and data tracking & reporting.
Learn more about the Market Share Operator position and how to apply by clicking here.
- City Blossoms
City Blossoms is excited to hire for three new fellowship positions this year. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and the deadline to apply is Sunday, February 5th, 11:59pm ET. City Blossoms fellowships are designed to support the professional development of young leaders interested in community and youth engagement, non-profit management, outdoor education, and environmental and food justice. See position descriptions below to learn more!
City Blossoms Fellow- Community Green Spaces
City Blossoms Fellow- Resources and Trainings
City Blossoms Fellow- Youth Entrepreneurship Cooperative
University of Maryland Extension seeks to fill Nutrition Educator positions to serve communities in Prince George’s County. For a full position description including directions for online application, please visit the following:
Prince George’s County Nutrition Educator – click here
- Oak Chapel Church
The Office Manager must be an effective communicator (oral and written) and able to tend to the business
matters of the Hub. The primary objective is to ensure that the Hub maintains good standing with the County,
State, and Federal governments and entities to continue its service to the community. The Office Manager must
have proven business management skills, office management skills, proficient computer skills, and excellent
organizational skills. Be skilled in the use of office equipment (including but not limited to copiers, computers,
cell phones, paper cutters) and software required for office operations, especially Microsoft Office Suite and
Google Suite. This person must maintain a respectful, hospitable, compassionate demeanor at all times on the
job. Work in a friendly, flexible, and supportive manner with staff, volunteers, customers, and partners.
Preferred Criteria:
Special consideration given to bilingual (Spanish) or proficient Spanish speaking candidate due to the
demographics of service area.
Technical Skills and Requirements:
• Computer Proficiency
• Microsoft Proficiency
• Google Proficiency
• Driver’s License and Transportation
• Bilingual (Spanish and English)
If interested in the position, please send a resume to Dr. Sherri Wood-Powe, Hub Executive Director,
oakchapelpastor@gmail.com.
- University of Maryland
Post-doctoral Position
Reducing Food Waste and Food Insecurity – Modeling, Technology, and Business
A successful candidate should have a background in increasing food security, with experience in modeling, GIS, life cycle assessment (LCA), and/or business incubation for increasing food security. The candidate will work with an interdisciplinary team of engineers, IT, business entrepreneurship, social socialists, and extension specialists on bringing technology to markets that aid in reducing food waste and increasing food security. The candidate should have a background or strong familiarity with modeling, IT, or entrepreneurship. Knowledge of anaerobic digestion and composting processes of food waste is desired, not required. Necessary soft skills include project management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to help manage large teams and keep personnel on-task.
Interested applicants should send application materials by January 27th, 2023 to Dr. Stephanie Lansing (slansing@umd.edu). The application must include the following: 1) a complete CV that includes a list of publications, 2) contact information for 3 references (no references required at this time), and 3) a two-page cover letter outlining any relevant experience in technology adaptation, modeling, GIS, LCA, food security, anaerobic digestion, composting, and project management.
This position will involve modeling, business development, and technology implementation, with no laboratory-based analytical work. A PhD is required. The post-doc position is a one-year, 100% research position, with no teaching responsibilities.
The expected start date (in Maryland, USA) is March 1, 2023 for the project. The expected base salary is $54,000 USD/yr, with a University of Maryland benefits package. The University of Maryland is an EOE/AA Employer. Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and individuals with disabilities are Encouraged to Apply.
- University of Maryland
Project Management Position
Reducing Food Waste and Food Insecurity – Modeling, Technology, and Business
A successful candidate should have a background in project management, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to help manage large teams and keep personnel on-task. The project will involve working with an interdisciplinary team of engineers, IT, business entrepreneurship, social socialists, and extension specialists to use bring technologies to markets that aid in reducing food waste and increasing food security. The candidate should have a background in project management. Knowledge modeling, IT, entrepreneurship, or anaerobic digestion of food waste is desired, not required.
Interested applicants should send application materials by January 27th, 2023 to Dr. Stephanie Lansing (slansing@umd.edu). The application must include the following: 1) a complete CV/resume, 2) contact information for 3 references (no references required at this time), and 3) a two-page cover letter outlining any relevant experience in project management and technology adaptation.
A B.S. is required, with hourly salary based on work experience and degrees obtained. This 9-month position could be part or full-time (60-100% time). The applicant must be available during work hours in the Maryland/DMV area for interviews, meetings, and project management near College Park, MD. The expected start date (in Maryland, USA) is by March 1, 2023. The University of Maryland is an EOE/AA Employer. Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and individuals with disabilities are Encouraged to Apply.
Administrative Assistant (part-time/full-time, hourly)
Freelance Landscape Designer
Urban Gardener
Installation Crew Member
Landscape Designer
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- Operations Manager (part-time, hourly)
Community FarmShare is looking to hire an Operations Manager responsible for managing the daily operations of the organization’s new produce aggregation hub. This is a part-time, hourly position with on-location work 2-3 days per week, and the possibility of some remote work. The Operations Manager will supervise the handling of produce orders, the receiving of bulk produce, storage, packing of multi-farm CSA bags for participants, and managing the distribution process to families and partner organizations with the support of volunteers.
- Operations Manager (part-time, hourly)
- Oak Chapel United Methodist Church
- Hub Operations Assistant (full-time, contractual)
We are always looking for top talent to help expand our mission. Please apply to one of the positions below if you feel are a good fit, or write to careers@compostcrew.com explaining why you want to work with us and how you can help!
Composting Fellowship (Rockville, MD)
We are hiring Composting Fellows on a rolling basis to assist in composting operations at our on-farm Compost Outpost located in Poolesville, MD. This Fellowship will offer an in-depth and hands-on experience to learn about composting operations for on-farm systems trained by a MDA Certified Compost Facility Operator. In addition, the Fellow will have exposure to a variety of compost industry seminars, learning opportunities, and networking opportunities by experts in the field to receive a well-rounded experience.
Crew Driver (Rockville, MD; Upper Marlboro; Washington, D.C.)
Compost Crew is searching for a capable and reliable Crew Driver with strong driving experience that can provide a high level of service on a consistent basis to our growing customer base. The position includes regular hours with a consistent weekly schedule throughout the year and extra hours/overtime available at times. Crew Drivers must be independent and self-motivated; owning their routes and customers.
Crew Driver, CDL (Rockville, MD; Upper Marlboro; Washington, D.C.)
Compost Crew is searching for a capable and reliable Crew Driver, CDL (Class B) with strong driving experience that can provide a high level of service on a consistent basis to our growing customer base. The position includes regular hours with a consistent weekly schedule throughout the year and extra hours/overtime available at times. Crew Drivers must be independent and self-motivated; owning their routes and customers.
Organic Solutions Representative, Baltimore (Baltimore, MD)
We are hiring an Organics Solutions Representative to extend our zero-waste mission throughout Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. A successful Representative will have a tremendous opportunity to grow in this role and with Compost Crew as we continue to expand in the region and beyond. Specifically, we are looking for candidates located in the Baltimore, MD, area.
Roll-Off Driver (Rockville, MD; Upper Marlboro; Washington, D.C.)
Compost Crew is seeking experienced, professional Roll-off drivers with excellent driving skills and a detail-oriented, customer service approach to their work. This is not an entry-level position, and applicants must have an active CDL Class B license with Air Brake Endorsement.
Seasonal Compost Delivery Driver (Rockville, MD; Upper Marlboro)
Compost Crew is searching for two capable and reliable compost delivery drivers with strong driving experience that can provide a high level of service on a consistent basis to our growing customer base. The position is seasonal and includes flexible hours. Drivers must be independent and self-motivated; owning their routes and customers.