Neighborhood Fruit Coordinator Position

Do you hate seeing tree fruit fall to the ground and go to waste? Are you looking for ways to give back to the community? Becoming a Neighborhood Fruit Coordinator might be right for you! Neighborhood Coordinators are the point person leading volunteers on urban fruit harvests and organizing logistics like food bank drop off and record keeping. Additionally, all volunteers get to take a portion of the fruit harvest! This is a great way to build community and give back. Coordinators receive training from Harvest Pierce County staff.

*Mileage Reimbursement and $100 Stipend Provided*

We Need Coordinators in the Following Neighborhoods

·          North/West End Tacoma

·          Gig Harbor

·          South Tacoma

·          Eastside/South End Tacoma

·          Central/Hilltop Tacoma

·          Parkland/Spanaway

·          University Place/Fircrest

·          Lakewood/Steilacoom

·          Puyallup

·          Other

Responsibilities & Commitment

·          Lead a weekly harvest on a consistent day (which may include multiple sites)

·          Commit to the entire season (July-mid October with fall months being the busiest)

·          Record all harvest details and help orient volunteers on site

·          Bring equipment for harvests and deliver fruit to food banks

Qualifications

·          Organized

·          Able to problem solve and alter plans as needed ~ flexible

·          Able to respond to emails and phone messages in a timely manner

Transportation

Reliable transportation to transport equipment and fruit is necessary for the position. We will reimburse your mileage. Vehicles need the ability to transport a 6-8 foot ladder. However, if you do not have a vehicle or it cannot transport a ladder, we have a van that can be used.

Application Due July 25^th

For more Information: EmilyG@pierccountycd.org, (253) 278-6215