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 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
Annual Fund Manager
The Annual Fund Manager is an independent, strategic project manager and integral member of the fundraising team. This position supports the Development Director in the execution of the Food Bank’s annual development plan to meet the overall departmental fundraising goal. The ideal candidate is data-driven, develops processes that increase organizational efficiency, and excels at internal communication. With a good eye and passion for the Food Bank’s mission, this person must stay positive under pressure and consistently produces exceptional work. The Annual Fund Manager directly supervises two Development Associates and the Special Events Coordinator.
Class A Driver (Temporary)
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.
Executive/Human Resource Assistant
The Executive/HR Assistant provides administrative and project coordination support to the President and CEO and performs a variety of activities in support of the Human Resource Director. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, professional, and capable of managing their workload and prioritizing tasks. An interest in growing and developing in the field of Human Resources is highly desirable. Position is 75% Executive support, 25% Human Resource support.
Program Administrator – Senior Food and Harvest to Home
As a dedicated and resourceful professional who thrives on making a difference in the lives of others, you will be responsible for coordinating all administrative aspects of the Senior Food Program and Harvest to Home Program including publicity, outreach, distribution of application forms, enrollment, and monthly reports.
The Senior Food Program provides seniors with non-perishable items, produce, and bread. The Harvest to Home Program provides fresh produce and bread to low-income housing complexes.
