ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

We are community builders co-creating enduring change toward a just society where every person has personal, social, and economic power. Our united system of programs, neighborhood centers, social enterprises, and partnerships connects individuals and their families across the region.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The primary objective of this position is to support “Food Systems” afterschool programs at three Minneapolis Public School partner sites during the school-year (October-May) under the leadership of the Food Systems Coordinator. This role will support high-quality youth development lessons focused on culinary arts, urban agriculture, science and food justice concepts. Must be available 2:30-5:30 on Mondays + Wednesdays, 3:00-6:00pm on Tuesdays + Thursdays. The Food Systems Youth Program Specialist will inspire and empower youth ages 9-14 to grow, cultivate and cook healthy food for their families and communities across North and South Minneapolis.

Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Strategy and Thought Leadership

• Collaborate on weekly lesson plans and utilize student feedback to improve activities
• Stay current with and connected to available community resources

Operations and Outcomes

• Delivers, high quality programming to participants alongside Food Systems Coordinator
• Track and report attendance as required
• Maintain openness to new approaches and feedback from Supervisor
• Help the set up and cleanup of any projects during the day.

People and Community Development

• Provide excellent client service
• Nurture internal & external relationships

Financial Management

• Use resources and supplies responsibly
• Record time and expenses accurately, as assigned

Required Skills/Experience

• Understanding of appropriate personal boundaries with youth and professional ethics
• Self-motivating with excellent time management and accountability skills

• Dedication to social, racial, economic and restorative justice with a deep interest in building authentic relationships and engaging Black, Indigenous, Immigrant and Youth of Color.

Desired Attributes

• Passion for what’s possible
• Clear sense of personal purpose
• Commitment to social justice
• Creative problem-solver
• Skilled communicator and motivator

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Pillsbury United Communities is intentional about its responsibility of maintaining an equitable environment that is inclusive and welcoming. We hire, support, and promote talented individuals using a process that is fair and equitable to all that apply. We believe differences such as age, race, culture, ability, and sexual orientation are valuable and an asset to our organization, and employees are protected from reprisal.