Share Email Opening Title Food Systems Coordinator   Category Planning   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   Close Date   Description 1 in 5 children in North Carolina lives with hunger. You can have an impact. Apply for the Food Systems Coordinator to help the Piedmont Triad create an inclusive, healthy, and resilient local food economy. The Piedmont Triad Regional Council seeks a talented, dynamic, and self-motivated Food Systems Coordinator to facilitate vibrant collaboration among Piedmont Triad Regional Food Council members. The Piedmont Triad Regional Food Council (PTRFC) is an enthusiastic regional food council that envisions communities united for an inclusive, healthy, and resilient local food economy. The coordinator will stimulate dialogue that encourages diverse perspectives and consensus making while fostering an energetic environment of trust and collaboration. PTRFC website: www.ptrc.org/food. The Regional Planning Department will oversee the Food Systems Coordinator position. The food council represents the region, a broad array of food system sectors, and a balance of rural, urban, socio-economic, cultural, racial, and gender backgrounds. Primary responsibilities Seek innovative funding opportunities to support the goals of the program through persuasive grant proposals Work collaboratively and enthusiastically with local governments to build strategic partnerships and increase action on economic development opportunities Prepare, review or analyze a variety of technical reports including grant applications, annual reports and the Regional Food System Assessment (a tool that provides data to understand processes and infrastructure involved in feeding a population) Maintain knowledge of current issues and strategies related to food policies, and appropriately convey information to the local governments in the Piedmont Triad region and PTRFC stakeholders Additional duties may include providing support for other projects in the planning department, including long-range land development plans; transportation, pedestrian, and bicycle plans; greenway and open space preservation plans.   Position Requirements Bachelor’s degree in public administration or related field and three years of experience working with food system policies and practices. Candidates can distinguish themselves with a Master’s or AICP certification. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with a variety of individuals, including elected officials, local government staff, communities, and stakeholders Understanding of food systems. Food Systems is the path that food travels from field to fork including growing, harvesting, processing, packaging, transporting, marketing, consuming, and disposing of food. High energy and ability to work collaboratively and independently Exceptional organizational skills are critical Experience working in Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint software is required Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud, ArcGIS, Mail Chimp, and social media is highly desirable, but not required Pass the organization’s pre-employment drug screen and background screening process Valid NC driver’s license required. Travel throughout the 12-county region is required. Other travel may be required on occasion. Standard hours are 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, but the employee is expected to work some evenings and Saturdays occasionally First review of applicants is November 1, 2019. Job posting will remain open until filled.   About the Organization At the Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC), we work to implement creative regional solutions to improve the lives of the community. When you visit our vibrant office conveniently located in Kernersville, the center of the Triad, you find our passionate staff members working diligently to fulfill our mission. Our office is on the southside of the Interstate 40 at the NC Highway 66 interchange. It is a 20-minute drive to downtown Greensboro, Winston Salem, or High Point. Our location is equipped with an electric charging station. Our organization has seven core departments; Area Agency on Aging, Criminal Justice, Economic Development, Community Development Services, Management Services, Regional Planning, and Workforce Development. Our staff in each department specializes in serving its niche of the Triad community. PTRC employees are constantly looking for ways to innovate and expand our programs. We look for ways to enrich our lives in and outside of the workplace. If you are passionate about serving the public and desire to grow and expand your skillset, the PTRC could be an excellent fit for you! The PTRC hires and retains staff that is at the top of their field. See why our employees love working at the PTRC.   Salary Range Classification and starting salary ($42,107 - $46,421) is dependent upon credentials and experience. PTRC offers excellent benefits including Local Governmental Employees Retirement System (LGERS).   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Location Kernersville   Open Date 10/17/2019   Document Upload Benefits for Full Time Employees(1).pdf  This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://PiedmontTriadRegionalCouncil.appone.com Follow us See who works here:

 

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