Working at the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano
The Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano is committed to treating all people with dignity and respect. We embrace diversity through a supportive, creative, and inclusive work environment where each employee has the opportunity for personal and professional development.
We look for candidates who care deeply about our mission and who value:
- Teamwork
Everyone’s contribution is important. We place the mission of the Food Bank first and, as individuals or in teams, work together toward that end. We consult with each other and make decisions as a group. We hold each other accountable for our actions. - Communication
We communicate information, ideas, and decisions regularly and clearly. We provide feedback, internally and external to the organization, in a candid, constructive manner. - Integrity
We conduct ourselves with honesty and integrity, recognizing that upholding the public trust requires the highest standards of moral conduct. - Service
We make every effort to provide superior service to our clients, member agencies, and donors. - Equality
We treat our clients, volunteers and each other with fairness, courtesy, respect and compassion while fostering an atmosphere of mutual trust. - Understanding
We believe in treating all individuals with tolerance and understanding. - Unity
We are committed to strengthening the communities we serve by fostering partnerships and working with other agencies in collaboration.
Career Opportunities
CalFresh ABAWD Navigator (Bilingual English/Spanish)
The CalFresh ABAWD Navigator is responsible for providing support and coaching to current and potential CalFresh clients who may or may not be subject to the Able Bodied Adult without Dependents (ABAWD) policy provision of CalFresh. The CalFresh ABAWD Navigator will be contacting current clients with potential ABAWD designation to discuss possible exemptions and share resource information in an attempt to assist clients with the continuation of CalFresh benefits. Additionally, the Navigator will be the point of contact for ABAWD referrals from multiple sources (Community Based Organizations, County Eligibility Workers, etc.) to educate, provide support, and vet exemptions for ABAWD designated CalFresh clients.
CalFresh Outreach Manager
The CalFresh Outreach Program Manager is responsible for developing, streamlining, and maintaining all aspects of CalFresh (Food Stamp) Outreach program processes and connections between the Food Bank and associated counties, reporting statistical information, and directly supervising the work of six Outreach Coordinators. CalFresh is a federally funded program, formerly known as Food Stamps and nationally known as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
CalFresh Outreach Program Coordinator (Bilingual English/Spanish)
As a dedicated and resourceful professional who thrives on making a difference in the lives of others,
you will be responsible for conducting CalFresh (food stamp) outreach with community and faith based
organizations throughout Contra Costa and Solano Counties. CalFresh is a federally funded program,
formerly known as Food Stamps and nationally known as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
(SNAP).
Class A Driver
Drivers play a key role in the implementation of quality control standards regarding products to be picked up and transported. This position is responsible for servicing donors and Food Bank agencies in the Food Bank’s service area picking up, delivering and moving freight. This position requires extensive enthusiastic interaction with the public and with other staff members.
Development Associate (Part-time)
As an integral part of the Food Bank’s fundraising team, the Development Associate reports to the Annual Fund
Manager and provides administrative support and assistance with project coordination to all members of the Development team in the execution of organizational initiatives. The Development Associate directly interfaces with internal and external stakeholders including staff, volunteers, vendors, partners, and Board members. The ideal candidate will be an organized and driven systems thinker, who is a strong writer and project manager and
who thrives in a collaborative environment.
Office Coordinator (Fairfield)
The Office Coordinator is the first point of contact for both phone calls and visitors to the Food Bank’s Fairfield Office. The Office Coordinator reports to the Annual Fund Manager and provides administrative support and assistance to the Development and Operations departments. The ideal candidate will be an organized, self-motivated worker, who is a quick learner and wants to share the Food Bank’s mission with others.
