Lopez FRC Local Food Systems Prgm Asst

26-27 Lopez Island FRC Local Food Systems Prgm Asst

This is an Ameri Corps/Washington Service Corps national service position. It is contingent on funding and open until filled. The Lopez Island Family Resource Center (LIFRC) helps families meet their basic needs. LIFRC offers a variety of programs and services to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Lopez Island School District currently runs a successful Garden-to-Cafeteria program. Students access hands-on learning in a 24,000 square foot production garden and orchard that grows food for the school cafeteria.

The school district and LIFRC are partnering to create a more secure food system in our rural and remote community. The member will focus on education, food distribution, and outreach to families and partners. They will split their time between the school district and LIFRC. Candidates who are multilingual in Spanish and English are preferred. We expect to begin rolling review of applications and interviews in mid-late September.

Monthly stipend amount: $2,438.

The Local Food Systems Program Assistant will support our work to improve wellness for students and families through access to healthy local food. They will serve in classrooms, the garden, and the kitchen to support hands-on health and wellness education; facilitate gardening and food preparation activities; support family outreach; assist with equitable food distribution through the Family Resource Center;
Help strengthen connections with local producers.

• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Health Coverage
• Monthly stipend: $2,438
• food share
• Stipend
• Training

• Car recommended
• Permits attendance at school during off hours
• Permits working at another job during off hours

• Communications
• Education
• Team Work

26-27 Lopez Island FRC Local Food Systems Prgm Asst