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Company Description Augsburg University has maintained a strong academic reputation defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies since 1869. A safe and welcoming campus in the heart of Minneapolis, Augsburg offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to nearly 3,200 diverse students. Augsburg's mission is to educate students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, and shaped by its urban and global settings. Augsburg invites individuals who share our mission and commitment to intentional diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging to join our community. In particular, Augsburg invites BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities, women, veterans and those from underrepresented or marginalized backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Job Description Summary of Position The Food Initiatives Program Manager leads Augsburg's food justice and food access initiatives. This includes directing the Campus Kitchen program and developing the leadership of the students who run it, addressing food insecurity by increasing access to healthy affordable food on campus and in surrounding communities, managing curricular and co-curricular opportunities related to food justice, and leading place-based food initiatives with community partners. The Food Initiatives Program Manager connects Campus Kitchen work with the work of the Sabo Center by developing opportunities for experiential learning in civic and community leadership. Primary Responsibilities Oversight of Food Initiatives Lead campus-wide strategic planning and conversation around food issues. Manage annual budget, partner with Institutional Advancement for donor fundraising. Develop case statements and write grants for food initiatives as opportunities arise. Supervise full-time Food Justice Program Associate (Lutheran Volunteer Corps member) and/or full-time AmeriCorps VISTA member who work on food initiatives. Campus Kitchen Program Supervise, train, and mentor 8-12 paid Augsburg student employees and interns each semester, create and implement leadership development opportunities, teach program management and community building skills. Recruit volunteers and oversee program logistics including supplies, transportation, food safety, student and community partner schedules, etc. Manage existing community partner relationships and actively pursue other connections and opportunities with local food networks. Place-Based Food Justice Work Manage and convene the Cedar-Riverside Neighborhood Food Initiative partners and sub-committees. Engage faculty, staff, students, and community partners in collaborative project work. Connect faculty and academic departments with opportunities to engage with food justice work. Student Success Food Access Initiatives Lead efforts to expand students' access to healthy affordable food via the Campus Cupboard student food shelf and Augsburg's SNAP benefits referral program. Manage co-curricular opportunities in the Food Lab and through Campus Kitchen work as a stakeholder in partnership with academic departments. Represent Augsburg in state-wide and city-wide college food access working groups. Support Sabo Center' civic and community engagement programs. Other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s). Work Environment and Physical Demands Typical work environment is an office. Sedentary work for long periods of time. Regular computer and phone use. Ability to lift/carry up to 25 lbs. Local travel within the Twin Cities area. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in related field. Four (4) years of relevant experience in food access, community engagement, relationship building, and program coordin tion. Valid MN driver's license. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse work environment. Ability to build cross-cultural and cross-generational relationships both on campus and with community partner organizations Attention to details, accurate and precise record keeping and communication. Ability to work independently with little supervision, and work effectively in a team environment. Ability to organize workflow and manage projects Ability to reason/analyze; maintain confidentiality; and demonstrate patience, understanding. Ability to show initiative; organize workflow; manage one or more projects; and handle frequent interruptions. Ability to lead, teach and mentor others. Additional Information Benefits at Augsburg Augsburg University offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards program including: Medical, dental and vision coverage A generous 403(b) matching program with an employer contributions of up to 8% upon eligibility Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses and dependents, and participation in the Tuition Exchange program with colleges and universities throughout the US Generous paid time-off, including 14 paid holidays, 12 sick days, 2 community service days, and vacation of up to 22 days per year immediately upon hire Employer-paid STD, LTD and life insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class. Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: hr@augsburg.edu. Augsburg College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome job applications from qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, family care status, veteran status, marital status, or any other lawfully protected status. Minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact Augsburg College's Human Resources.