Current Employment Opportunities
Part-Time Operations Assistant
The State College Food Bank is seeking a dependable, hands-on Part-Time Temporary Operations Assistant to help keep our daily operations running smoothly. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and wants to make a tangible difference in the lives of local families. The Operations Assistant will work closely with staff and volunteers to support client services, grocery distribution, warehouse organization, and donation processing—playing a key role in ensuring our neighbors have consistent access to food. If you are organized, flexible, team-oriented, and passionate about serving the community with dignity and respect, we would love to hear from you.
To apply please email a resume and cover letter to event@scfoodbank.org
Schedule: The chosen candidate must be available to work shifts during the hours of 8:00 am and 5:30 pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Compensation: This position starts at $15.00 per hour and includes paid holiday time.
Essential Functions of the Position:
- Assist staff in directing and supervising volunteers as they complete daily tasks, including sorting and organizing food/product donations, stocking grocery shelves, and carrying out work related to Client Services and grocery distribution.
- Assist staff to prepare for and oversee daily Client Service operations.
- Assist with facility opening and closing procedures.
- Assist staff and volunteers with in-kind donation receiving process, donation sorting, and stocking/organization in storage and distribution areas.
- Assist staff with oversight of warehouse and pantry spaces: includes maintaining the cleanliness of product and facility, keeping workspaces functional and organized, making sure all incoming and outgoing in-kind donations are processed and recorded correctly, and managing storage spaces.
- Assist staff with the coordination and delivery of grocery orders to clients.
- Help to maintain accuracy and organization of all client files and information, including an electronic client database and physical forms and files.
- Establish and maintain productive, courteous relationships with staff, clients, volunteers, vendors, donors, and the general public.
- Support and foster an environment that is welcoming and positive for all. Communicate clearly and effectively with clients, volunteers, staff, and community members using various communication methods (in-person, telephone, email) in a respectful and culturally responsive manner.
- Operate Food Bank vehicle(s) as needed (pick-ups, deliveries, etc.).
- Support other staff as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Experience for the Position:
- The ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and lift at least 50 pounds with or without assistance.
- Experience working with and supervising others is preferred.
- Previous non-profit and volunteer experience is desirable.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, to use independent judgment, and to work cooperatively with staff, volunteers, donors, and clients.
- Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and have the ability to operate Food Bank vehicle(s) as needed (pick-ups, deliveries, etc.)
- Ability and willingness to occasionally work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
- Ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously with effective and efficient time management skills and exceptional organizational skills.
- Ability to interact with and serve diverse clientele and colleagues.
- Ability to provide equitable services and support to SCFB clients.
- Proficiency in using a variety of technology is required: including telephone systems, office equipment, computers, email, and Microsoft Office.
- Food safety training and strong knowledge of food handling practices is desirable.
- The ability to speak, read, write, and understand the English language.
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree or higher preferred.
State College Food Bank provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
