Common Threads is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is national in scope, with strong roots in each of our 12 major program locations. We are dedicated to teaching children and families eligible for SNAP about cooking and nutrition education to encourage health and wellness. We equip under-resourced communities with information to make affordable, nutritious, and appealing food choices wherever they live, work, learn, and play. We know that food is rooted in culture and tradition, promoting diversity in our lessons and recipes. We believe that adequate and healthy food contributes to well-being. For more information, visit www.commonthreads.org or Common Threads’ social media accounts (@CommonThreadsOrg on Instagram or Facebook and @CommonThreadsUS on Twitter.

Common Threads is seeking a Program Coordinator for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Program Coordinator is responsible for building and managing relationships with schools, community based organizations, and other community partners, while also managing and delivering the implementation of Common Threads’ in-school and after-school programs. They are also responsible for maintaining a high quality of implementation, scheduling, auditing and communication with school administrators and staff, community partners, and the Common Threads team. 

The position is part-time, non-exempt, up to 25 hours per week, and will report to the Pennsylvania Senior Program Manager. This position will work from their home office, but should be located in Allegheny County, preferably in the City of Pittsburgh.  

Program Coordinator Responsibilities:

• Manage school and community partner relationships in PA including:
  • Recruit new schools for partnerships per grant goals
  • Work with staff, school administration, and teachers to schedule and implement our in school/out of school nutrition education programs. 
  • Manage specific program pieces such as rosters, curriculum and surveys 
• Assist in managing SNAP-Ed programs and responsibilities including PSE initiatives
• Oversee quality of programming regarding curriculum and partner relationships (frequent class visits are required)
• Attend virtual and in-person external and internal meetings
• Assist in managing and supporting chef instructors and interns
• Conduct our nutrition education programs
• Utilize our CRM to track all program data
• Primarily will work Monday- Friday, but some night and/or weekends may be required
• Develop and manage relationships with Key Stakeholders including, government officials, school board members and superintendents, and clinical medical partners
• Support fundraising and grant goals and initiatives
• Maintain program supplies, responsible for storage unit inventory and distribution

The above statements are intended to describe the essential job functions of this role and are not an exhaustive list of all duties performed by personnel occupying this position.  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Education, Program Management, Public Health, Nutrition Professional background preferred.
• Knowledge of nutrition and cooking preferred
• 3-5+ years’ experience in not-for-profit organizations preferred
• Experience coordinating or conducting trainings and professional development sessions
• Experience working with a CRM preferred
• Ability to work within a mission-driven environment to develop professional and respectful relationships with people both internal and external to Common Threads
• Ability to work independently and remotely with confidence and outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong organizational, time management and logical thinking skills; must be task-oriented
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skill set
• Possess positive, upbeat energy and a passion for wellness, food access, tolerance and awareness, and making a positive impact on society
• Comfortable multi-tasking and adapting role and communication style depending on the task
• Must have access to a car and willing to travel locally
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Compensation & Benefits:

• Mileage will be reimbursed.
• This is a part-time position that will primarily work Monday - Friday.  Some nights and/or weekends may be required.

Additional Information:

• Common Threads employees are subject to a background check prior to employment.
• Instructors should be comfortable teaching in a virtual setting and possess adequate technology to teach a class, such as a laptop/computer/digital tablet, camera, headphones/mic, etc.
• Instructors must be available to teach for eight consecutive weeks, typically once per week
• Instructors must arrive at the class location one hour before class starts time to prep for in-person programming. In virtual classes, instructors must adequately prepare for the class in their home kitchen; and join the meeting ready to teach at least 5 minutes before class start time.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use close vision, distance vision, and be able to adjust focus; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift and/or move supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.  

Common Threads’ EEO Statement:  

Common Threads provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Common Threads complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Common Threads expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Common Threads’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.