Assistant Program Manager

Center of Hope 

Full-Time, 40 Hours/Week

$15.00/Hour

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Assists the Program Manager in overseeing all aspects of the hot meal and pantry programs.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with and direct staff and volunteers.

• Assist with emergency food pantry.

• Plan for and help with distribution of food and taxable’s in the pantry.

• Work and schedule volunteers/staff to accomplish daily tasks.

• Keep updated inventory of building supplies.

• Observe all sanitation procedures and rules of the State of Ohio Health Department and the Area Agency on Aging.

• Maintain an overall cleanliness of the building.

• Record and report stats to Program Manager (PQI, AAoA, United Way).

• Work cooperatively with Center staff and volunteers.

• Oversee daily operations of delivery of services.

• Greet donors: accept and record donations.

• Assist with recruitment and training of volunteer staff and community service workers, youth development program, and work employment program.

• Oversee the evening pantry, as needed.

• Assist and coordinate the Holiday Giveaway programs.

• Attend meetings and in-services as required.

• Maintain a flexible schedule to accommodate weekend/evening activities.

• Complies with agency policies and procedures, COA regulations, federal and state requirements, and educational/certification/registry requirements.

• Other responsibilities that arise.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Management skills required: ability to direct and work with staff/volunteers.

• Demonstrate abilities in leadership and resource development.

• Ability to keep program organized and successful.

• Ability to problem solve, follow directions, organize, maintain positive work environment.

• Ability to work with volunteers and relate to individuals from all socio-economic backgrounds.

• Maintain business casual appearance.

• Valid Ohio Driver’s License and ability to meet agency requirements for driving insurability.

• Must be able to meet agency requirements for criminal background check (Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation).

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to drive box truck to pick up agency donations.

• Ability to load and unload agency donations.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL/LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS: High School graduate or equivalent preferred. Knowledge of food service procedures; education in food services and health regulations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift 40 pounds.