Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux hiring Food Bank Manager in Thibodaux, Louisiana, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

The Food Bank Manager is responsible for the leadership and administration of the Thibodaux Food Bank and is accountable for the effectiveness of its operations. The Manager is also responsible for developing outreach programs in communities impacted by food insecurities. The Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with community and civic organizations, churches, volunteer groups, schools, and community centers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

• Assist the Director, in cooperation with the Advisory Board, in the implementation of the mission and goals of Catholic Charities through strategic and program planning at the Thibodaux Food Bank and the recommendation of policies and procedures, as needed.
• Recruit, train and schedule volunteers and provide affirmation, leadership and supervision to the volunteers. Ensure that all regular volunteers have completed the Safe Environment Certification process prior to their service and any other certifications required for operations of the food bank. The Manager participates in the planning and carrying out of the Annual Volunteer Appreciation Supper.
• Ensure that the people who come to the Thibodaux Food Bank for help are treated with dignity and respect.
• Determine if clients are eligible for assistance with food and maintaining the files of those receiving assistance, including paper files, Second Harvest files, and Charity Tracker data entry.
• Serve as a liaison between the Food Bank, Church partners and community organizations and businesses, fostering good relations and communications.
• Assist the Executive Director in ensuring that the agency is responsive to community needs and that new programs are developed and executed in response to changing community needs and according to the Criteria for Evaluating Proposed Programs for Catholic Charities.
• Oversee the effectiveness of the Food Bank programs by ensuring demonstrable impacts as set forth in program goals and objectives.
• Oversee the general fiscal management, including: ordering food and other items; ensuring that the food bank is well stocked with food and household supplies at all times and timely acknowledging donations. The Manager maintains the relationship with Second Harvest and leverages the cost savings with donated & USDA products. The Manager prepares the monthly demographic reports.
• Oversee building maintenance, repair and janitorial services and ensuring that the building is ready for inspections by the Department of Health.
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director

THIS POSITION SUPERVISES: The Food Bank Manager supervises food bank volunteers.

QUALIFICATIONS TO PERFORM THE JOB SUCCESSFULLY:Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Other Skills and Requirements:

• Must be able to successfully complete Safe Environment training.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive situations and documents/ records.
• Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to communicate clearly by phone, in written from including email, and verbally.
• Ability to perform excellent computer skills. Microsoft Office experience preferred.
• Must be able to work with autonomy and possess ability to multi-task and set priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License with good driving record.
• Ability to travel in one’s own vehicle to pick up groceries and supplies.
• Volunteer recruitment and supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to work with volunteers, Diocese churches and community organizations.
• Ability to train volunteers, maintain statistical data, and fulfill monthly reporting requirement.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to regularly stand, walk, and bend for extended periods of time

Work Schedule: 31-36 hours per week; Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 8AM-12:30PM

Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and wellness insurance, generous paid time off.For Consideration please submit:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Online Application

Applications are now being accepted until July 31, 2024 or until the position is filled.The Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees by reason of race, color, religion*, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information of any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

• The Diocese, in its sole discretion, reserves the right to require "practicing Catholic" to be a qualification for a position.