Food Access Partner Agencies & Relations Coordinator

ABOUT METRO CARING

Metro Caring works with our community to meet people’s immediate need for nutritious, culturally relevant food while building a movement to end hunger at its root. Our innovative programming spans Healthy Food Access, Nutrition Education, Community Connections, and Organizing. We know that hunger is not caused by a lack of food—but by poverty, unaffordable housing, systemic racism, and inequities baked into our food systems. That’s why we focus on bold, community-driven solutions that promote food justice and economic equity.

OUR VALUES

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Metro Caring Food Access Partner Agencies & Relations Coordinator builds and manages community partnerships, coordinates food donation and partner distribution efforts, helping ensure efficient and values‑aligned market and warehouse operations. This role maintains program data and reporting, drives process improvements, and collaborates across Metro Caring’s teams to expand equitable access to food while fostering strong relationships with volunteers, donors, and community partners. All Coordinators are cross‑trained and expected to step into and support one another’s roles as needed to ensure continuity of operations, including during staff absences, schedule gaps, or periods of increased demand. POSITION TITLE: Food Access Partner Agencies & Relations Coordinator REPORTING TO: Sr. Manager of Food Access LOCATION: 1100 E 18th Ave, Denver, CO 80218 COMPENSATION: $30.04-$33.65 hourly, full‑time, non‑exempt (the annual salary range for this position is $49,987 to $55,994) SCHEDULE: Metro Caring currently operates on a four‑day work week for full‑time staff, with Fridays off. Typical Food Access Team hours are 7:30‑3:30 pm. Occasional Tuesday and Wednesday evenings as well as some weekends may be required.

BENEFITS

401(k) 5% Match Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Health Savings Account Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Family and Medical Leave Short‑Term Disability STARTING DATE: Resume screening will begin immediately. The target start date for this position is: August 17, 2026. HOW TO APPLY: Please submit a resume and complete the application on the Metro Caring job site.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

FOOD ACCESS PROGRAM PARTNERSHIPS

Coordinate Metro Caring’s Food Access Resource Share (FARS) activities Research, create, and cultivate new and existing relationships with in‑kind and faith‑based partners Coordinate food drives including Metro Caring’s participation in Stamp Out Hunger, an annual nation‑wide food drive through the USPS Assist in the ordering of product, logistical planning, and providing necessary materials for off‑site food access events, with an emphasis on the winter holiday season Work with the Senior Manager of Food Access and the Development Team to create and implement an in‑kind donation strategy Collaborate with the Development and Volunteer teams to cultivate corporate and faith‑based partners Serve as point of contact for Food Access grocery rescue partners: Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, King Soopers, Sam’s Club Attend partner organization events, Denver and Colorado area relevant food systems meetings, building relationships through participation in Colorado’s food justice ecosystem

MARKET AND WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS

Support the daily workflow in the market and warehouse. Prioritize safety in all areas of the loading dock, warehouse, and market. Support programmatic compliance with ServSafe food safety standards. Implement Warehouse opening and closing procedures. Serve as warehouse shift back‑up approximately once per week or as needed to support program needs. Drive Metro Caring’s 24’ refrigerated box truck and 16’ box truck to complete food pick‑ups as necessary. Use electric pallet jacks and forklift to load/unload trucks and move inventory throughout the warehouse. Support onboarding and training of volunteers into warehouse and market roles. Help maintain clear communication between shifts and team members to support smooth daily operations.

SYSTEMS, DATA, & PROCESS IMPROVEMENT

Utilize Salesforce and other organizational systems to support accurate program data entry, reporting, and program evaluation. Ensure accurate and timely input of data for grocery rescue into Salesforce and Meal Connect. Ensure accurate and timely input of data from the incoming in‑kind food donation log and outgoing food log into Salesforce. Assist with maintaining accurate records, tracking trends, and identifying trends for program improvement. Collaborate across teams to improve workflows, strengthen communication systems, and reduce barriers for staff, volunteers, and community members.

ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE & CROSS‑TEAM COLLABORATION

Participate in Gatherings, trainings, organizational events, and cross‑departmental initiatives. Collaborate closely with the Volunteer, Community Connections, Facilities, Development, and Program teams to support seamless operations. Contribute to a workplace culture rooted in accountability, collaboration, creativity, and care. Communicate clearly with diverse groups of people throughout our community including volunteers, donors, procurement partners, and participants. Attend weekly Food Access team meetings and monthly all‑staff meetings/retreats.

REQUIRED QULIFICATIONS/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Commitment to equity, inclusion, and ongoing learning around issues of race, class, language access, and systemic barriers. Familiarity with the local food justice ecosystem. Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Comfort with manual, hands‑on work in a warehouse environment, and the ability to foster enthusiasm and engagement among volunteers supporting these efforts. Innovative, solutions‑oriented, thinker with a creative approach to problem‑solving. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to support multiple projects, prioritizing tasks. Demonstrated ability to build relationships across difference and with diverse communities. Ability to collect and analyze data to inform decisions. Receptive to feedback and committed to continuous personal and professional growth within an IDEA framework (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Bilingual Spanish/English or bicultural experience preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, database management systems, and project management systems, Salesforce and Asana experience preferred. Experience with community engagement, social services, food access, development, non‑profit operations, or related fields preferred. Public speaking skills, specifically representing organizations during site visits and external events. Familiarity with volunteer, donor, and organization/business engagement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This role requires the ability to stand for long periods of time, lift 50 lbs repeatedly, operate warehouse equipment such as electric pallet jacks and forklifts, drive/load/unload 16’ and 24’ box trucks, and work in extreme temperatures from freezers to hot summer days. Applicants must have reliable transportation. Relocation costs are not covered by Metro Caring. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Research suggests that individuals may self‑select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the listed qualifications. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills, experience, and drive necessary to succeed in this role to apply. Metro Caring is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining an inclusive team. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and life experiences, especially those who represent communities and lived experiences served by Metro Caring. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute fully. #J-18808-Ljbffr metrocaring