Company description

The San Luis Valley Local Foods Coalition is a grassroots nonprofit working to foster an equitable local food system in the San Luis Valley. This is accomplished through the Rio Grande Farm Park, a farm incubator and educational farm; the Valley Roots Food Hub, an aggregation and distribution service; Cooking Matters, a bilingual cooking and nutrition education program; and Local Foods Local Places, an initiative focused on economic development, food systems coordination, and community-based solutions.

Job description

The SLV Local Foods Coalition is seeking a Value Chain and Outreach Coordinator who will support local food procurement efforts at area school districts while helping strengthen relationships between schools, producers, and community partners. This role also supports a wide range of outreach, events, and other program projects that advance the San Luis Valley Local Foods Coalition’s work across the region.

Responsibilities

1. School Food Procurement and Relationship Building*

• Aid school districts in increasing local food procurement in alignment with Healthy School Meals for All
• Strengthen coordination among schools, producers, food hubs, and partners
• Serve as a liaison between school food buyers and local producers
• Support menu planning, purchasing, and forecasting
• Build strong relationships that support long-term local purchasing
• Develop knowledge of regional supply, demand, and barriers
• Help identify key resources, partners, and gaps
• Organize buyer-producer events and tastings
• Support Student/Parent Advisory Committees
• Conduct inclusive outreach across the region
  *There is no expectation for you to possess every skill; training will be provided.

2. Community Outreach and Program Support

Support the Program Director with special projects such as:

• Organize and host events such as farm tours, presentations, workshops, and meetings
• Conduct data collection outreach to organizations, businesses, producers, and community members across the San Luis Valley and a bit beyond
• Represent the organization at community events, partner events, and farmers markets

3. Administration and Project Coordination

• Maintain organized records, spreadsheets, and project tracking documents
• Conduct data entry and document activities, mileage, and expenses
• Work independently and take ownership of assigned projects from start to finish
• Other related tasks as needed

Qualifications and Experience

• Excellent people skills
• Relationship building & trust development
• Facilitation & coordination (meetings, events, partnerships)
• Conflict navigation & persistence
• Community engagement & network building
• Strong communication skills, including in person, by phone, by email, and virtual calls
• Comfortable using Zoom and Google Meet
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and projects
• Self-sufficient and comfortable working independently
• Experience coordinating projects, events, or community outreach
• Spreadsheet proficiency required
• Strong working knowledge of Google Drive and Google
• Workspace, especially Docs, Sheets, Calendar, and shared file organization
• Systems thinking & problem-solving
• Ability to maintain accurate records and stay on top of details
• Valid driver’s license and reliable working vehicle. <meta charset="UTF-8" />This position requires use of a personal vehicle to travel to communities across the SLV for events and meetings, for which unfortunately there is no public transportation.
• Reliable phone and internet access
• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred
• Passion for the mission of the San Luis Valley Local Foods Coalition

Work Conditions and Travel

• This position is based in Alamosa, Colorado, with office and desk provided.
• Some work will take place in the field and throughout the San Luis Valley.
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.
• Occasional travel for conferences or other work-related events will also be required.
• Working remotely or from home is possible when necessary.
• Because this role involves meaningful relationship-building and training, we hope to hire someone who is interested in growing with us and making a longer-term commitment to the position.
• A background check will be required for employees whose work includes working with youth.

Hours: 32 to 40 hours per week, depending on organizational needs and candidate availability.

Compensation and Benefits

• $22 to $26 per hour
• Twenty days of paid time off per year for personal holidays and sick leave (prorated if working less than 40 hours per week)
• Ten paid federal holidays per year
• Mileage reimbursement at $0.65 per mile for work-related travel, excluding regular commuting
• 50% employer match on employee’s health and dental insurance premiums
• Laptop provided
• A Roth Individual Retirement Account (IRA) through Colorado SecureSavings

The San Luis Valley Local Foods Coalition does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other legally protected status in admission to, access to, or operation of its programs, services, or activities. The organization does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. In compliance with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act, applicants may redact information that would identify their age, date of birth, or dates of study from their application.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $20/hr +

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Deadline

May 31, 2026