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:
Gardens Coordinator II
The Gardens Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day work of the rooftop gardens in both centers NW & SE. These roles are essential to the success of the gardens and ensuring that our neighbors have access to opportunities to grow their own food, and/or opportunities to participate in the process of growing food for the food pantry. The Gardens Coordinator is a flexible role whose responsibilities could change each day based on the needs of the project and food program as a whole.
During the planning process, the Gardens Coordinator would be responsible for planning plots of land to allow for community use, as well as plots for growing items to use in the food pantry. During the growing season, the Gardens Coordinator would be responsible for planting and maintenance alongside volunteers, including the supervision of volunteers. During the harvest season, the Gardens Coordinator would be responsible for preparing produce for distribution at the food pantries and free farmers market events. In the off-season, the Gardens Coordinator would be responsible for winterizing the gardens and join the food team in the distribution of groceries and Holiday Helpings until the planning process begins anew.
SNAP Educator: Veggie Butcher
The “Veggie Butcher” is in its second year serving Produce Plus farmers markets in the District. According to a 2021 report released jointly by FNS and the USDA, the most common barriers SNAP participants face in achieving a healthy diet are lack of skills to prepare fresh meals, and lack of time to prepare meals from scratch. The goal of the “Veggie Butcher” intervention is to eliminate these common barriers through providing an on-site service to cut up fruits and vegetables, and provide culinary technical assistance.
Frederick Food Security Network Manager
or Food Systems/Studies Master’s degree recipient for a fulltime, permanent staff position managing the Frederick Food Security Network (FFSN).
FoodCorps
- FoodCorps is seeking a committed Director of State Advocacy to build strategy, inspire participation and direct execution of state-based advocacy campaigns. This work will help to further increase access to school meals, local purchasing and food education. This position will supervise the Northeast Regional Policy Director and will build staffing and resource recommendations in support of achieving state-level policy change in the future.
The Center for Science in the Public Interest
- Program Manager to provide oversight for all grant-funded activities and campaigns, including through a multi-year Bloomberg Philanthropies (BP) grant with related subgrant contracts. This position coordinates with various CSPI staff who lead national, state, and local campaigns to reduce the impact and burden of preventable diseases and to create an equitable food system that makes healthy, sustainable food accessible to all.
Red Wiggler Community Farm
- Hiring a Seasonal Crew Leader for the 2023 season. Join in to build inclusion and local food security, while learning leadership skills and connecting with your community.
Urban Gardener
- Love & Carrots is seeking a full-time crew member to join their Garden Maintenance team. Urban Gardeners are responsible for the maintenance of clients’ organic vegetable gardens, ensuring that they are beautiful and productive! On an average day they travel to 3-4 gardens, primarily residential, and maintain between 20-30 gardens over the course of a two-week period.
Montgomery County Government: Office of Food Systems Resilience (OFSR)
- Performance Management Data Analyst Job: IRC57594
Program Manager Job: IRC57595
- Initial review of applications will begin on April 7th, with the position open until filled. Visit Montgomery County Government’s Recruitment page for more information.
National Park Foundation
Location: Washington DC
Trust for Public Land
Location: Washington DC
Casey Trees
Various positions currently open in DC and VA.
Click here to learn more.
Oak Chapel Church
- Office Manager
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:
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- 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.
Community Farm Share
- 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.
Oak Chapel United Methodist Church
- Hub Operations Assistant (full-time, contractual)
Manna Food Center
Prince George’s County Food Equity Council
FRESHFARM
- Farm Stand Manager at the Anacostia Community Museum
Do you live in or are you deeply connected to the local Anacostia community? Are you excited to work in a customer-facing role outdoors as a part of an enthusiastic and collaborative team? Then apply to be the Farm Stand Manager at the Anacostia Community Museum! Farm Stand Managers are responsible for executing farm stand operations; communicating with farmers, partners, and customers; creating a vibrant and friendly farm stand; and ensuring accurate reporting and use of food assistance benefits programs. This Manager will operate the brand new Farm Stand at the Anacostia Community Museum. We are accepting applications on a rolling basis and looking to hire ASAP.
Learn more about the role and apply today – no resume needed.
- FoodPrints Bilingual Lead Teacher
Do you love being outdoors, cooking, and working with kids? If your answer is yes, then FoodPrints is for you! FoodPrints is FRESHFARM’s food education program that aims to make positive changes in what children and their families eat by giving them hands-on experiences with growing, harvesting, cooking, and eating nutritious, fresh, and seasonal local foods. We are seeking a full-time Bilingual Lead Teacher to join our dynamic and supportive teaching team.
Learn more about the position and how to apply.
- Pop-Up Food Hub Operations Associate
The Pop-Up Food Hub (PUFH) team works closely with numerous community organizations that serve low-income families and individuals with a need for fresh fruits and vegetables. PUFH Operations Associates are responsible for supporting and implementing the daily operations of the PUFH and will gain first-hand experience learning about DC’s local food system along the way! Come work with a collaborative, diverse, and welcoming team in a dynamic work environment with access to an abundance of local produce. Seeking candidates who are collaborative, communicative, adaptable, and detail-oriented to join our team for the Main Season, and possibly beyond.
Learn more about the role and apply today – no resume needed.
- Pop-Up Food Hub Support Staff
The Pop Up Food Hub (PUFH) Support Staff members are responsible for carrying out a variety of tasks required to successfully fulfill a market operation of the PUFH, including setting up equipment, packing out a variety of orders, and assisting with distribution. Come work with a collaborative, diverse, and welcoming team in a dynamic work environment with access to an abundance of local produce!
Learn more about the role and apply today – no resume needed.
- Substitute Farmers Market Staff – Main Season
FRESHFARM is seeking lovers of local food to join our team as Substitute Farmers Market Staff! If you’re a creative and flexible problem solver who enjoys working on a team, spending time outdoors, and promoting regional, accessible, fresh food, this is the role for you. Market Staff are responsible for executing market operations, interfacing with stakeholders, and creating a vibrant and friendly market. If you’re interested in joining our team as a substitute for the 2023 main season, read more about this role and how to apply – no resume or cover letter needed!
- Market Share Operator
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.
- FoodPrints Classroom Assistants (Spring Semester 2023; Interns & Work-Study Students)
Interested in growing your food education skills? FoodPrints is looking for people to join our program as Classroom Assistants! FoodPrints Classroom Assistants will support preschool – 5th grade food and garden education classes during Spring Semester 2023. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, pending program needs.
Learn more about being a FoodPrints Classroom Assistant and how to apply.
Compost Crew
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!
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.
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.
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.