Food Distribution Program Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Our Community

The Reno-Sparks Indian Colony represents descendants of three Great Basin Indigenous peoples: the Numu (Northern Paiute) , Newe (Western Shoshone) , and Washeshu (Washoe) . These communities lived in harmony with the land for generations before European contact, following seasonal cycles and forming small, efficient social groups for survival.

Each group's name means "The People" in their own language, reflecting their deep cultural identity and connection to the Earth. They maintained strong traditions, respected neighboring tribes, and engaged in trade throughout the region.

Today, the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony continues to honor these traditions while supporting the well-being, culture, and future of its tribal community. Role Summary

The Food Distribution Program Assistant supports the RSIC Diabetes Program by helping keep weekly food distribution running smoothly and safely for participants.

Key responsibilities include:
- Maintain food distribution records and compile data for monthly reporting
- Prepare outreach mailings as needed for the Diabetes Food Distribution Program
- Transport participants to and from the Clinic for diabetes food distribution when requested
- Pick up, transport, load, and unload food boxes from the Food Bank or other sources
- Help set up and organize the distribution site for weekly food events and demonstrations
- Assist elderly and disabled participants with moving food boxes to their vehicles
- Document mileage and locations for transports and deliveries
- Complete other related duties as assigned

Required qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to regularly lift at least 30 lbs; frequent bending/stooping and physical assistance as needed (including wheelchairs/walkers)
- Age 21+ and eligible for the RSIC Vehicle Insurance Program
- Valid Nevada driver's license
- Obtain/maintain CPR and First Aid within 3 months of hire
- Pass TB test (or provide recent documentation)
- Pass pre-employment alcohol/drug screening and PL-101-630 Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Act Policy
- Ability to communicate and work well with diverse individuals; must be able to work in a diverse minority environment
- Preference to qualified Natives will be given

If you're ready to contribute to dependable, respectful service, we welcome your application. A Typical ShiftMost weeks center on the Thursday distribution window (8am–4pm), with an additional shorter shift potentially scheduled on another day to focus on data entry. You'll arrive early enough to get the space ready, connect with the team, and keep the pace steady as participants arrive.

During the event, you'll move between the distribution area, clinic-related needs, and vehicles, offering calm, respectful assistance-especially for elders and participants who may need extra help. Between arrivals, you'll update logs and organize paperwork, so information is accurate and easy to pull for reports. If pickups or deliveries are on the calendar, you'll head out and return to close out the day by confirming mileage entries and leaving the area reset for the next week.

Please Note: Hiring preference is provided to qualified members of the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony followed by members of other federally recognized tribes. Reno-Sparks Indian Colony requires any designated candidate to complete a pre-employment criminal background check, drug screen, and confirmation of professional references.