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We're excited to announce an incredible leadership role at Homeless Garden Project--Director of Operations. The Homeless Garden Project (HGP) provides transitional employment and support services to people experiencing homelessness. Integrated with the employment programs, HGP operates a dynamic community education and volunteer program that serves more than 1500 people each year. All programs take place in our 3.5 acre organic farm and in related enterprises, including a CSA program, retail farm stand, two brick and mortar stores selling more than 50 "Value-added Products" made in our program, online store and wholesale accounts. The Homeless Garden Project is looking for a strategic, collaborative, hands-on leader to drive impact across our programs in Santa Cruz. In this role, you’ll lead a cross-functional team spanning: • Farm Operations • Social Enterprise • Volunteer & Community Education This is a unique operations role—it’s a chance to bring systems, people, and mission together to create real pathways out of homelessness. We’re looking for someone who: -Thinks strategically and executes well -Leads with collaboration and accountability -Is solution-oriented -Thrives in a dynamic, mission-driven environment If you’re ready to help grow an organization where community, sustainability, and transformation intersect, we want to hear from you. Learn more and apply: https://homelessgardenproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Director-of-Operations-Job-Description-May-2026.pdf

Salary Range: $21.00 To $23.00 Annually Classification: Part-time, non-exempt, 30 hours week Location: Farm2Market - 2600 Barbers Point Road, Alameda CA 94501 Reports to: Farm2Market Manager About Alameda Point Collaborative and Farm2Market: Alameda Point Collaborative (APC) is the largest supportive housing community in the county, working to end homelessness by providing housing and services to create communities where formerly homeless families and individuals can flourish. Farm2Market is a 2-acre diversified working farm that produces thousands of pounds of produce each year. We grow a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, and flowers using sustainable and organic farming practices with no pesticides or chemical fertilizers. We are a social enterprise of Alameda Point Collaborative and use all of our resources to help families and adults break the cycle of homelessness and poverty by providing food security resources and programming to our residents. We offer workforce development programs for youth residents (ages 14-17) in the spring, summer and fall as well as an after-school program with our children and youth services team. The farm operates a CSA business and free food distribution program available to residents of APC in collaboration with the Alameda County Community Food Bank. Who we are: At APC, we believe we better meet our mission by recruiting, training and retaining a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the community we serve. Individuals from all backgrounds and identities are encouraged to apply. APC is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), and/or LGBTQ+ are encouraged to apply. APC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. In compliance with California and Alameda County Fair Chance hiring regulations, APC also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories. APC participates in the E-Verify program. APC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans throughout the job application and hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please inform your recruiter.

Employer: Sonoma Resource Conservation District Work Location: Main office in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, California, with option for partial remote work following 90-day introductory period. Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt (1.0 FTE) Starting Compensation: $33.89 - $40.50 per hour, depending on work experience related to preferred qualifications listed. Posting Date: May 15, 2026 Estimated Start: July – August 2026, or after, depending on availability. Organizational Background The Sonoma RCD (RCD) is a non-regulatory, local government entity empowered to manage soil, water, fish, and wildlife resources for conservation. In existence since the 1940s, RCDs are local grassroots conservation delivery systems that identify local conservation problems and guide solutions on a voluntary basis. The RCD covers 85% of Sonoma County and includes portions of the Russian River, Petaluma River, Sonoma Creek, Stemple Creek, and Gualala River Watersheds. The RCD has a budget of $4.5MM and is almost exclusively grant and contract funded. Our mission is carried out by a governing board of seven directors (Board) and an interdisciplinary team of 18 professionals through four programs: agriculture, forestry, water resources, and community engagement. For more information visit our website at sonomarcd.org Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion The RCD is committed to incorporating justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion to evaluate, enhance, and expand our programming, deepen our connections with community partners, and strive to better serve our entire District. We recognize the importance of working to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable culture within our organization to effectively serve our District, improve access to economic opportunity, and create landscape-scale resilience for our current and future generations. We strive to ensure that water, soil, working lands, and wildlife habitats are conserved for all as we promote collaboration, employ innovative solutions based on science, respect our diverse communities and their connections to land, and empower members of our community to be active stewards of our natural and cultural resources. Position Summary The Staff Accountant position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, detail-oriented accounting professional who is motivated to support a mission-driven organization. Reporting to the Finance Manager and working closely with the fiscal and administration team under limited supervision, the Staff Accountant is responsible for accounts payable and accounts receivable functions and provides support for payroll processing. This role plays a critical part in ensuring sound financial management of grant and contract awards, maintaining compliance with funding source requirements, and supporting the effective delivery of Sonoma RCD programs, while also contributing to the development and maintenance of accounting, payroll, and grants systems and processes that are essential to the organization’s overall financial and operational success. Essential Functions Accounts Receivable/Grants Administration  Prepare all monthly/quarterly grant and contract invoices and financial/compliance reports.  Ensure timely submission and collection of receivables.  Prepare bank deposits.  Reconcile financial statements to budgets and provide program staff with monthly budget vs. actual reporting.  Serve as the point of contact for staff and funders regarding financial management of awards.  Work closely with program staff on budget development, amendments, and closeouts.  Monitor individual grants, contracts, and related transactions for compliance with applicable funder guidelines and regulations, including matching funds requirements. Accounts Payable/Payroll  Enter invoices, record credit card transactions, and perform check runs.  Manage vendor files, including maintaining W-9 information and filing annual 1099's.  Assist with semi-monthly payroll processing. General Financial Tasks  Assist with expense allocations and the monthly close process, including adjusting journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.  Participate in the improvement of internal controls, fiscal policies and procedures.  Support the annual budget process and financial audit.  Assist with procurement. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

JOB SUMMARY The Agricultural Institute of Marin is seeking a temporary part-time Assistant Farmers Market Manager for our Clement Street Market that occurs every Sunday year-round through November 2026. The Assistant Farmers Market Manager assures the smooth operation of the farmers’ market by assisting the Market Manager in setup and breakdown of the market and by providing excellent customer service in the Information Booth. This is an entry-level position with potential for a career pathway in farmers markets operations, agricultural education, or local food systems strategies. BACKGROUND The Agricultural Institute of Marin is an educational 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in San Rafael, California. AIM’s mission is to educate, inspire, and connect communities, responsible farmers and producers as part of a healthy, Earth-friendly, equitable, local and regional food system. We envision a responsible food and farming system that is environmentally beneficial, economically viable, and socially just. AIM serves 400+ farmers, food purveyors, and artisans from 40 California counties who participate in AIM’s Certified Farmers Markets in the cities of Hayward, Newark, Oakland, Point Reyes, San Rafael, and San Francisco. AIM also provides hands-on and virtual education programs to thousands of children and adults, operates a farm audit program, runs a mobile market for older adults and underserved communities, and operates CalFresh/EBT and Market Match services to create a healthier, equitable food system across the San Francisco Bay Area. AIM is engaged in state and local food policy work to make sure our actions benefit the land, the people who grow our food, and the health of all communities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Support the Market Manager in securing and maintaining the market site. - Assist with market setup and breakdown, including AIM equipment, signage, information booth, restrooms, entertainment areas, café spaces and garbage/recycling disposal. - Staff the information booth, providing excellent customer service and assisting with purchases, inquiries and transactions. - Operate AIM’s EBT program, including processing EBT cards and distributing tokens for the purchase of healthy foods. - Provide general support for day-to-day market operations as directed by the Market Manager - Maintain positive and professional relationships with vendors, customers, staff and local government, community organizations and businesses.

We are looking for a part-time team member to help out our Field Crew for 2-3 days a week. This will be a harvest focused position, with about 5-hours of harvesting in the mornings, followed by helping the crew in weeding and other horticultural tasks. This is a great position for someone in school or with other obligations who’d like to farm for part of the week on a diversified vegetable production farm on a close-knit team and in a rich CSA community.

About the farm: West County Community Farm is a diversified farm near downtown Sebastopol, CA. We use regenerative practices to grow 10 acres of vegetables, flowers, culinary herbs, and strawberries primarily for our Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. We also sell wholesale through our local distributor FEED Cooperative. About the position: Field Crew team members help plant, cultivate, and harvest everything we grow. Tasks are seasonal: Spring involves lots of greenhouse seeding, planting out the u-pick garden, and big field transplantings. June through October consists of lots of harvesting, washing & packing produce, weeding, and more transplanting. September through December the harvest train rolls on, we do the big harvests (storage onions, carrots, potatoes, heirloom corn, winter squash) as well as the establishment of next year’s strawberries, garlic, and farm clean-up. This is a great position for someone interested in deepening their experience in all aspects of diversified vegetable production on a close-knit team and in a rich CSA community! This is a seasonal position (March or April through December) with the possibility of year-round employment for qualified folks. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume with at least two recent work references to: hello@westcountycommunityfarm.com

The Business Advising Program Manager is the operational engine behind KTA’s business advising work, responsible for the day-to-day coordination, systems, and data infrastructure that enable program excellence. Reporting to the Director of Impact & Learning, this role translates the organization’s learning strategy into on-the-ground program operations - managing the client lifecycle from recruitment through program completion, maintaining the data and CRM systems that track client journeys, building and sustaining the program tools and SOPs that make the advising program function, and coordinating the meetings, events, and workflows that keep the program running. The Business Advising Program Manager works in close collaboration with the Regional Program Directors, Regional Coordinators, and Business Advisors to implement program design decisions informed by KTA’s monitoring and evaluation cycles, serving as a key partner in turning learning into action. This is an ideal role for an experienced operational and systems-oriented program professional who thrives at the intersection of people, data, design, and process, and who is deeply motivated by supporting farmers, ranchers, and the communities KTA serves. For full details and information on how to apply, visit our job site: https://kitchen-table-advisors.breezy.hr/p/42c81c7d542a-business-advising-program-manager?source=aim

As a Farmer's Market Representative, you will be the face of our farm at local markets. Your role involves setting up our market tent, engaging with customers, educating them about our products (Pickles and Kimchi), and ensuring products are presented beautifully to drive sales. Key Responsibilities & Duties: • Logistics & Setup: Load vehicles, travel to markets, and unload, set up, and break down pop-up tents, tables, product displays, and signage. • Sales & Service: Greet customers, offer product recommendations, and provide excellent customer service. • Transactions: Accurately handle cash and operate Point of Sale (POS) systems. • Display Maintenance: Restock products continuously to ensure an appearance of abundance, keeping stands tidy and keep cold for fermented product products • Product Knowledge: Learn and communicate details about the product types, and health benefit to customers. • Reporting: Track inventory sold on load sheet. Min-Hee Hill Gardens

The Agricultural Institute of Marin is seeking 2-3 bilingual (English + Spanish / English + Chinese) Technical Support Assistants to provide in-person support to farmers and shoppers participating in the WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Programs (FMNP). WIC FMNP and Senior FMNP provide funds for income-eligible California families and seniors to purchase locally grown fruits and vegetables at California Certified Farmers’ Markets from May through November. These programs transitioned from paper vouchers to an electronic payment system in 2025. Tech Support Assistants will attend AIM’s Saturday and Sunday farmers markets (assignment locations may vary week to week) to provide information and transaction support to farmers and customers participating in WIC and Senior FMNP. Tech Support Assistants will track commonly asked questions and unresolved issues, relaying these back to the Nutrition Access Programs Specialist for follow-up. Tech Support Assistants will also support as needed with at-market operations of additional nutrition access programs, such as CalFresh and Market Match. This is a temporary, part-time, in-person role with work hours primarily on Saturdays and Sundays in an outdoor environment.

The quality of Botnia’s skincare lies in how it is made. This role sits directly in the heart of our company. As a Manufacturing and Packaging Specialist, you will be responsible for physically manufacturing our skincare products by following our established, step-by-step manufacturing processes, then carrying them through filling, labeling, packaging, and quality control. This is a highly detail-driven, hands-on role for someone who takes pride in doing things carefully, correctly, and consistently. You will not be creating formulas or inventing systems. You will be trusted to execute our proprietary processes exactly as designed and to protect the integrity of what we make. The Role This position supports hands-on manufacturing and packaging from start to finish. You will follow detailed, proprietary recipes to batch products, then complete filling, labeling, boxing, and inventory tracking. You will help ensure that every product leaving our lab meets our standards for accuracy, cleanliness, and presentation. This role is for you if: You enjoy clear instructions, repeatable processes, and doing careful work with your hands. If you take satisfaction in precision, consistency, and finishing something exactly the way it’s meant to be done, this job will feel grounding and rewarding. This role is not a fit if: You’re easily bored by structure, prefer to do it your way, or want to move fast at the expense of accuracy. Our manufacturing process is intentional and exact for a reason, and we’re looking for someone who respects that. If you’re steady, detail-focused, and proud of producing excellent work day after day, we’d love to meet you.

The Pastured Poultry Manager is responsible for overseeing the health and overall management of our certified organic and Animal Welfare Approved, pastured poultry operation as well as managing one farmers’ market per week. This includes daily chores, maintaining and fixing equipment, weekly moving of the chicken coops, record keeping, caring for our roughly 700 laying hens & 2 livestock guardian dogs Teddy and Shadow, as well as monitoring necessary inventory & re-ordering feed as needed.

The Farmers’ Market Sales Manager works closely with Fifth Crow managerial team to oversee and ensure the smooth running and maximize the sales potential of our 4-6 weekly Farmers’ Markets. This includes everything from paperwork compliance, record keeping, tracking sales, and marketing, to staffing, scheduling, and supervising market staff, as well as overseeing maintenance of market equipment and gear. The Ideal Candidate is well versed in organic agricultural practices and has the capacity to communicate with enthusiasm about a variety of fruits and vegetables. Must be comfortable supervising a large team of diverse folks. This position is ideal for someone who is organized, can self manage, has a passion for food and farming, enjoys educating customers, loves improving efficiency and systems, and can handle customers with grace. Do you nerd out on sign-making & social media, but also enjoy the physicality of the hustle and bustle of working farmers’ markets? This job may be for you.

Bay Laurel Culinary is a boutique catering & gourmet to-go food business based in Petaluma, CA. Our mission statement is: Meticulously sourced ingredients. Cooked from scratch. Presented with Care. At the heart of BLC is a shared love for everything that brings people together: extraordinary food, genuine hospitality, and the joy of discovering the world one meal at a time. Founded in 2008 by Chris & Ciara, whose combined passion for culinary creativity, wine, and entrepreneurship became the foundation for something truly special, BLC was born from a simple but powerful belief: that every meal has the potential to become a lasting memory. From meticulously sourced seasonal ingredients to thoughtfully crafted experiences, BLC is dedicated to offering guests something far beyond a meal. Our kitchen is more than just a place where food is made. It's where ideas come to life, where craft meets community, and where every team member plays a meaningful role in creating experiences that customers will talk about for years to come. The magic of the kitchen isn’t just in the dishes we serve. It’s a place where creativity is encouraged, where every ingredient has a purpose, and where every team member contributes to something larger than themselves. The Culinary Coordinator is the connective tissue of the BLC operation—part customer champion, part logistics manager, part marketing contributor, and part kitchen support. You’ll be the first voice customers hear, the steady hand keeping weekly orders on track, and a key creative partner shaping how BLC shows up in the world. This is a dynamic, hands-on role where no two weeks look exactly the same. Seasonal menus shift, farmers market schedules evolve, and last-minute needs arise. You’ll thrive here if you’re organized, warm, flexible, and energized by the rhythm of a small but mighty culinary team. Key Responsibilities Oversee the full weekly order workflow from start to finish — including order ticket review, scheduling, kitchen routing, packaging coordination, and customer pick-up logistics Deliver products to the farmers' market on market dates as needed Monitor the current order system and proactively suggest improvements to streamline processes Manage multiple deadlines and moving parts with precision and calm in a fast-paced environment Understand the pricing and sustainability for buying decisions Prioritization and decision-making based on business, customer, and team needs Source, track, and maintain inventory of all packaging and point-of-sale materials, including boxes, labels, stamps, bags, foil containers, quart containers, napkins, utensils, and bakery supplies Forecast supply needs and maintain appropriate stock levels Collaborate with the Chef team to determine the right packaging solutions for each menu item Assist with and, when needed, lead the packaging of finished food products, including shortbread cookies, granola, crostini, salads, frozen entrées, and other prepared goods Follow all food-handling and packaging procedures with attention to detail and efficiency Apply a consistent, brand-aligned eye when selecting and managing visual assets for packaging, including insert cards, nutritional labels, and other materials Support ongoing and seasonal marketing initiatives across the website, social media, and email campaigns Draft the weekly Mailchimp newsletter for the BLC mailing list Write short, engaging copy blurbs for Instagram posts in collaboration with the Chef Create weekly blog posts to support website content and the homepage image slider (WordPress with Square integration) Contribute to content creation, including copywriting and producing images for all platforms Design and produce printed market menus for all three farmers market locations, managing the full process from drafting through print production Label, organize, and maintain the BLC food photography library in Google Photos for use across the website, email, and social media Ensure images and content library are organized and categorized Apply a consistent, brand-aligned eye when selecting and managing visual assets Work closely with culinary, operations, and marketing team members to accomplish shared goals, track deliverables, and report progress Bring a flexible, solutions-oriented attitude to a small, close-knit team where everyone pitches in.

We are seeking qualified candidates who identify with the descriptions below: Strong interest and enthusiasm in farming and experience with the basic processes of growing vegetables and fruits, including planting, transplanting, crop maintenance, watering, weeding, irrigation, land management, etc Ability to connect and build trust with our APC residents, as well as coworkers and partner organizations, including strong sensitivity to the challenges related to transitioning from homelessness to stable housing and employment Ability to communicate clearly and directly, and adjust communication style to best fit different situations Ability to follow direction and accomplish tasks independently and as part of a small team Ability to think critically, adapt in a flexible environment, anticipate needs, prioritize, and take appropriate actions Ability to connect with youth directly through relationship building in programs and drop in visits Ability to connect with adult residents and visitors directly in a welcoming, supportive and professional way through programs and drop in visits Ability to work in a nonprofit professional setting and follow APC policies and procedures You will be expected to: Complete farm tasks according to operations Share in the daily and annual upkeep of the farm encompassing a range of agricultural tasks, including planting, weeding, fertilizing, harvesting, watering, pest management, greenhouse care, infrastructure maintenance, etc. Share responsibility for meeting production commitments for a 35 member CSA, regardless of the crew size or composition Follow direction and training on specific methods according to F2M Manager and F2M Assistant Manager direction Work with farm staff, interns, youth and volunteers on farm tasks Lead farm projects in collaboration with Manager, Assistant Manager and other Farm Crew Work with volunteers, interns and youth to provide orientation and description of tasks to ensure quality of work in alignment with farm operations and processes Collaborate on resident focused programming Work in collaboration with farm staff to welcome and engage residents and youth at the farm Participate in resident food distribution program including packing and delivering weekly grocery bags, weekly shopping appointments at food bank, sorting and stocking food pantry, and resident engagement Participate in weekly after school program with youth from APC Ed Center Participate in Workforce Development Program with high school aged youth in spring, summer and fall sessions Administration and Other Duties: Attend regular meetings, including monthly supervisor check in, team meetings, monthly APC staff meeting, and any other working group meetings Submit timecards, receipts, time off requests, etc. in appropriate timeframe

Location: Bay Area (Various Farmers’ Markets) Type: Part-Time | Seasonal About Very Mulberry Very Mulberry (Habitera Farms) is a fast-growing specialty fruit farm based in Brentwood, California. We sell fresh mulberries and premium freeze-dried products at leading Bay Area farmers’ markets. Our brand focuses on quality, energy, and exceptional customer experience. Role Overview The Farmers’ Market Sampler is responsible for attracting customers to the booth, offering product samples, and creating an engaging, high-energy experience that drives sales. This role is ideal for someone outgoing, confident, and comfortable starting conversations with strangers. You are the first impression of the brand. Key Responsibilities Proactively engage passersby and invite them to sample products Explain product benefits clearly and enthusiastically Maintain clean and organized sampling equipment Follow all food safety and hygiene guidelines Monitor sampling inventory and communicate restock needs Direct interested customers to sales staff for purchase Support booth setup and breakdown as needed Represent Very Mulberry professionally at all times

Location: Bay Area (Various Farmers’ Markets) Type: Part-Time | Seasonal About Very Mulberry Very Mulberry (Habitera Farms) is a fast-growing specialty fruit farm based in Brentwood, California. We sell fresh mulberries and premium freeze-dried products at leading Bay Area farmers’ markets. Our brand focuses on quality, energy, and exceptional customer experience. About the Role Farmers’ Market Staff support booth operations, customer engagement, and product sales. You represent the Very Mulberry brand directly to customers. Key Responsibilities Engage customers and explain products Process transactions accurately Maintain organized displays Restock product and manage samples Support load-in and load-out Maintain cleanliness and professionalism

Location: Bay Area (Travel Required) Type: Part-Time | Seasonal About Very Mulberry Very Mulberry (Habitera Farms) is a fast-growing specialty fruit farm based in Brentwood, California. We sell fresh mulberries and premium freeze-dried products at leading Bay Area farmers’ markets. Our brand focuses on quality, energy, and exceptional customer experience. About the Role The Farmers’ Market Lead owns execution and performance at assigned markets. This role combines proven leadership, sales performance, inventory control, and brand presentation. This is a managerial role, and candidates must possess prior experience leading a sales team in a fast-paced environment. You are responsible for turning each market into a high-performing revenue channel. Key Responsibilities Lead booth setup and breakdown Manage and coach market staff Drive daily sales and upselling Maintain inventory accuracy Track revenue performance by market Ensure professional brand presentation Handle end-of-day reconciliation

Umbel Roots is a 7 acre no-till market garden focusing on organically grown vegetables, flowers, and fruits year round. We grow high quality produce for restaurants in the Bay Area as well as multiple local Farmers’ Markets. We are looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking Farm Hand. The ideal candidate is a reliable, self-motivated team member that can work both independently and as part of a crew. Having 1+ year of farm or garden related experience is preferred. This is a physically demanding job that requires you to be able to lift/move up to 35 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds. Must be comfortable working outside in all weather conditions. Spanish speaking ability is highly valued but not necessary. Schedule is Monday through Friday, sunrise to eight and a half hours later. Hours change with the seasons’ light hours.

Job Summary Reporting to the Outreach & Engagement Program Manager, the Outreach & Engagement Program Specialist is responsible for implementing Fresh Approach’s community outreach and engagement activities in the East and South Bay regions, which include projects to promote and incentivize the use of public benefits at farmers’ markets, the Volunteer and Internship Program, the Community Ambassador Program, and the Community Advisory Board. We are seeking an individual who values diversity at all levels and is committed to fostering an environment in which community members and co-workers from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. Responsibilities ● Coordinate and expand the Community Ambassador program ○ Work with program managers to develop ambassador job descriptions for relevant program areas ○ Develop outreach strategies to reach a diverse population of potential applicants, including but not limited to working with partner community organizations, attending community events, distributing flyers, and posting opportunities online ○ Provide training and onboarding to Community Ambassadors, including: arranging their schedule of activities, providing ongoing support, identifying opportunities for skill-building and leadership development for each ambassador ● Recruit, train, supervise, and track volunteers and interns for Fresh Approach’s programs ○ Work with the Program Manager as primary coordinator of interns and volunteers, to develop recruitment/marketing materials, maintain volunteer and intern listings, and conduct outreach to recruit a diverse pool of volunteers and interns (including but not limited to working with partner community organizations, attending community events, distributing flyers, and posting opportunities online) ○ Respond to inquiries, screen potential candidates, and assist in the intern hiring process ○ Provide orientation and training to new volunteers and interns ○ Create internship agreements and collect other required paperwork for new interns; coordinate with the Finance and Administration team to ensure stipend payments are made ○ Schedule volunteers and interns to support program activities, provide supervision, and implement best practices for volunteer retention ○ Maintain the database for tracking volunteers and interns ○ Assist with planning corporate volunteer workdays at the East Palo Alto Community Garden in collaboration with the Garden team ● Support projects to promote and incentivize the use of public benefits at farmers’ markets ○ Develop partnerships and work closely with community organizations, government agencies, and farmers’ markets throughout the Bay Area ○ Work with Program Manager and Fresh Approach’s Marketing and Promotion team to develop outreach and promotional materials for use at farmers’ markets, nutrition classes, and community events ○ Assist with developing outreach strategies and delivering outreach materials to partner organizations throughout the Bay Area ○ Assist with data collection and evaluation of the impacts of outreach campaigns ● Support membership recruitment, engagement, retention, and leadership development of the Community Advisory Board ○ Respond to inquiries and screen potential members to join the Community Advisory Board ○ Support with facilitating and assisting Community Advisory Board members with planning and implementing meetings ○ Assist Community Advisory Board members with the onboarding process of new members ○ Create member agreements, and collect other required paperwork for new members; coordinate with the Finance and Administration team to ensure stipend payments are made ○ Maintain database for tracking member participation ● Be a Team Player ○ Collaborate with other program staff to coordinate actions on projects ○ Support outreach and fundraising events as a means of increasing Fresh Approach awareness, as schedule permits ○ Attend regular staff meetings and program team meetings ○ Maintain a high level of integrity as a representative of Fresh Approach ● Represent Fresh Approach to develop, build and sustain partnerships with public and private agencies whose missions and activities are complementary to those of Fresh Approach ● Perform other duties as assigned

Fresh Approach seeks a detail-oriented and organized East Palo Alto/San Mateo County resident with good public communication skills to support Fresh Approach’s food access program in East Palo Alto. This position is primarily responsible for planning, coordination, and implementation of the organization’s South Bay food access projects including the East Palo Alto Community Farmers’ Market (2555 Pulgas Ave) and community outreach. This is a part-time position that will require about 7-8 hours per week of support in East Palo Alto, from late March 2026 through late November 2026. The weekly shift is every Wednesday morning from 7:30am-3:30pm. The ambassador role is compensated at an hourly rate of $22.00/hour. Responsibilities On-Site Support of the East Palo Alto Community Farmers Market (2555 Pulgas Ave, East Palo Alto) on Wednesdays from 7:30 Am – 3:30 PM Assist other FA staff with market set-up and breakdown, setting up and picking up A-frames, EBT and matching transactions, customer service, and record keeping. Support with post-farmers’ market administration activities, such as breaking down the market, counting incentive vouchers, and finalizing paperwork. Administer surveys and conduct in-person referrals to market shoppers. Conduct outreach in the East Palo Alto community Support on-site outreach efforts toward current and potential recipients of public benefits including WIC, CalFresh (SNAP or food stamps), SSI, SSDI, Medi-Cal, and the Senior Food Program. Deliver messages that encourage better choices about nutrition while providing a greater understanding of sustainable agriculture and its role in supporting local food systems. Distribute promotional materials at the market. Interface with Staff Participate in and be punctual for occasional check-ins regarding programmatic support as well as personal and professional development. Be a Team Player Collaborate with other program staff to coordinate actions on new project development. Participate in community tabling and outreach events to share about Fresh Approach programs such as our nutrition classes and VeggieRx vouchers. Maintain a high level of integrity as a representative of Fresh Approach. Read full description here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LFRclvceGe4_tvBlvyy-11WZa8rWOJfD/view.

Golden Rule Gardens is a farm located in Willits, CA on the 5,000 acre Ridgewood Ranch. It is a project of the Non-Profit, The Golden Rule Association. The farm grows food for a 40-member CSA, Farmstand, on-site communal dining hall, and the MendoLake Food Hub. The farm is split into two sites (The Buttercup Field and The Golden Rule Field) and run by two managers. The Buttercup Field primarily focuses on intensively managed crops like cut greens, herbs, flowers, peas, and cherry tomatoes. Buttercup is managed by-hand, using Biodynamic and organic principles. Buttercup also provides all of its own soil fertility by using cover crops and compost curated on the farm. The Golden Rule Field offers a wide diversity of crops and approaches to production. It employs the use of a tractor for longer growing season crops like corn, potatoes, winter squash, and sweet potatoes. Additionally, a wide diversity of cucurbits, solums, asters, alliums, umbells, amaranths, and brassicas are grown using “minimal-till,” intensive market garden methods. This field also includes perennial grapes, blackberries, and raspberries. This position will fulfill duties at both sites (~70% at GR field, 30% at Buttercup), offering an opportunity to experience a wide array of farming scales, techniques, and tools.