The Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County GleanMobile Program works to help improve healthy life choices among families and individuals encompassing all age groups throughout the Hudson Valley, working with community agencies throughout the region. The GleanMobile Donation Program Coordinator organizes and coordinates activities relating to the GleanMobile, a food recovery program; coordinates all aspects of produce donations including farm communications and reporting process; coordinates pick up and distribution of farm donations, assists with field gleaning programs and events in collaboration with supervisor and other team staff; gathers and delivers gleaned produce/resources with supervisor and other team staff; provides occasional guidance to volunteers and staff during gleaning events; provides scheduling; collects and maintains data. This position will utilize existing program resources and materials in program work and will assist in delivering educational programs as defined. This is a grant-funded, non-exempt position working 40 hours per week.

There are two separate positions for the GleanMobile Program. This position supports the program, donations and other details as listed below. The other position supports the program but works primarily with the volunteers. Note the different required qualifications and pay rate as well as the responsibilities. You may be qualified for both positions and if you want to be considered for either position, you must apply to both.

    

Required Qualifications:

Associate’s Degree or equivalent education.  GED/High School Diploma and one-year transferrable program/functional experience is acceptable.Experience relevant to the role of this position.Demonstrated experience with multiple Windows-based software and hardware technologies.Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.Must meet acceptable motor vehicle record standards.Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly during the harvest season.Ability to drive a box truck and/or cargo van for pick up and delivery primarily during harvest season.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated ability to plan, teach and evaluate informal educational programs through a variety of delivery methods to reach individuals and groups.Demonstrated ability to relate to diverse audiences.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral, written and visual means.Demonstrated ability to utilize computer technologies for reporting and communication purposes.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Program Responsibilities:

Program Delivery – 5%

Utilize established program resources and materials in providing information and resources to program participants in established programs.Serve as team member and cooperate with the entire Association staff to achieve Association program delivery goals.Teach existing educational programs and activities in support of GleanMobile programming on an infrequent, as needed basis.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Direction – 5%

Assist the Food Security Program Manager with non-complex administrative tasks in the planning of educational programs.Assist Supervisor with identifying key relationships to build/sustain with community leaders and stakeholders.Assist Program Manager with planning and strategy development to strengthen and improve programs as necessary.May assist with financial direction of the program to include planning for program expenses and budgets as well as financial resources for program continuance and enhancement.

Management – 5%

Provide input to Supervisor in planning the delivery of program produce/resources through a variety of methods. Provide Donating Farm orientation and guidance with support from Supervisor.Provide guidance to program volunteers and staff.Assist with problem solving and resolving issues that arise with the guidance of the educator in charge, as needed.Assist the Supervisor with identifying, anticipating, and recommending program and event needs/supplies, with special attention to the program vehicles.

Coordination/Operation – 80%

Under guidance of Supervisor, assist in coordinating and supporting the GleanMobile Program’s county & region-wide programs and events. Provide support and coordination for /with donating farms.Provide support and coordination for various GleanMobile program activities including field gleanings and other field activities; farmer relationship maintenance; and other field work as needed.Assist with the coordination, inventory, organization and preparation of materials, equipment, reference materials, etc. for a variety of GleanMobile and other extension association activities as assigned.Coordinate registration, set-up, prepare resources, for special projects including but not limited to the GleanMobile county & region-wide programs, and other extension association activities as assigned.Coordinate communication with donor farms, participants, and the public through reports, emails, phone messages, and social media.Schedule use of space for programs and forward any agreements or contracts to the educator in charge for the appropriate processing/signature, if necessary.Physically set up the program space or assist with the same as directed by educator in charge.Schedule pickups and deliveries from farms to agencies to meet the needs of agencies as requested.Coordinate and assist with harvesting, scheduling pickups and deliveries from farmers to agencies, locally and throughout the Hudson Valley.Maintain records of participants, agencies, farms, complete reports and accurately collect and prepare paperwork as required for program goals and evaluation process. Complete required reports in manner specified by supervisor, association or funding sources by established deadlines or as requested.Submit program related expense receipts and vouchers to Supervisor or Finance for approval.Transport program materials on an as needed basis in Association vehicles or personal vehicle.Perform pick up and deliveries with box truck primarily during the harvest season.

Professional Improvement – 5%

In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes and Association priorities.Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety – Applied to all duties and functions

Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.Be familiar with and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

EEO/EPO and Policy – Applied to all duties and functions

Appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers, and the public.Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences.Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Orange   County policies, procedures, and Cornell Cooperative Extension Skills for Success.Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely and accurate manner.

This is a full time, 40 hours per week, benefits eligible, non-exempt position. Compensation paid at the rate of $22.95 per hour/year.  Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, including:

Vacation, Sick and Personal timePaid HolidaysNYS Health Insurance Program (including Dental Insurance)NYS RetirementLong-term Disability InsuranceVoluntary Tax Deferred AnnuityVoluntary Flexible Spending AccountsVoluntary Group Universal Life InsuranceVoluntary Personal Accidental InsuranceVoluntary Legal Plan InsuranceVoluntary Long Term Care InsuranceVoluntary Auto and Homeowner’s InsuranceVoluntary Pet InsuranceVoluntary New York’s College Savings Program

Please be sure to read the Notice to Applicants found on the Jobs with CCE page:

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How To Apply:  Applicants (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations) must apply online through the APPLY button in this job posting. Current employees of Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County are considered internal applicants and must apply online through their Workday account which may be accessed here: http://workday.cornell.edu/.  For details on how to apply, visit: https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs/apply

All applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, resume and indicate three individuals who may be contacted as a reference.  Please consider indicating in your application all information you feel would be helpful for selection committee members to know.   Once the application is submitted you will NOT be able to change your submission or add attachments. Be sure that you have followed all directions and requirements listed in the job posting. 

All applications must be received on-line by April 14, 2025. Position closing dates may change based on Association needs.

No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.

The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform the essential functions of their job. For additional questions or if you require an accommodation so you may participate in the selection process you are encouraged to contact Leah Cadwallader, Regional Human Resources Manager, e-mail LC267@cornell.edu or (845) 340-3990x314.

  

Job Title:

Association Program Coordinator I

Level:

004

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Leah Cadwallader

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