Coordinator 2 Farm to School Produce Prd

JOB SUMMARY

The Farm to School Produce Production Coordinator leads the strategic development, implementation, and sustainability of district produce production sites and school gardens across Houston ISD, overseeing training for school garden instructors and the operation of HISD food production locations to support the Child Nutrition Program. The Produce Production Coordinator adheres to Good Agricultural Practices, utilizing regenerative and conventional agricultural practices to produce a safe food product to be consumed by Houston ISD students. This role requires coordination with the Education CTM and Operations Coordinator, Executive Chef, Dieticians and Menu Planners; and Grounds and Maintenance. Additionally, participation in conferences, webinars, and collaborations with agricultural and educational organizations is required to enhance program effectiveness and ensure compliance with district and state guidelines.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

List most important duties first
1.        Develop annual crop plan, planting and harvesting schedules that support the Child Nutrition Program and Farm to School activities
2.        Train, and supervise farm workers, seasonal labor, and interns, assigning tasks to optimize daily operations
3.        Oversee procurement and management of supplies for district production sites including soil, tools, seeds, irrigation
4.        Track farms yield, maintenance records, produce sells and produce distributions either into the meal program or to food pantries

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED

5.        Ensure proper food safety protocols are used in producing food to serve to the public
6.        Oversee crop production at sites throughout the district
7.        Other duties as assigned. (Note: No additional information is needed in this text box.)

EDUCATION

Master's Degree preferred
Bachelor's Degree

WORK EXPERIENCE

7+ years

SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION

Software
Microsoft Office

Equipment
Office equipment (e.g., computer, copier)
Power tools (e.g., radial saw, reciprocating saw, drill pneumatic hammer)
Hand tools (e.g. hammer, shovel, screwdriver)
Vehicles (e.g., automobile, truck, tractor, forklift)

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Level 3-Manages. Accomplishes the majority of work objectives through the management of direct reports. Provides day-to-day directions to staff; may become directly involved, as required, to meet schedules and resolve problems. Responsible for assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring application of policies and procedures. Receives assignments in the form of objectives, with goals and the process by which to meet goals. Provides input to hiring, performance and budget.

WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT

Work is substantially complex, varied and regularly requires the selection and application of technical and detailed guidelines. Independent judgment is required to identify, select, and apply the most appropriate methods as well as interpret precedent. Position regularly makes recommendations to management on areas of significance to the department. Supervision received typically consists of providing directions on the more complex projects and new job duties and priorities. 

BUDGET AUTHORITY

Compiles and organizes data and figures.

PROBLEM SOLVING

Decisions are made on both routine and non-routine matters with some latitude but are still subject to approval. Job is occasionally expected to recommend new solutions to problems and improve existing methods or generate new ideas.

IMPACT OF DECISIONS

Decisions have moderate impact to the facility/department or division, causing increased satisfaction or dissatisfaction; producing efficiencies or delays; promoting or inhibiting personal intellectual or professional development; and/or contributing to financial gain or expense. Errors may be serious, usually not subject to direct verification or check, causing losses such as improper cost calculations, overpayment or improper utilization of labor, materials, or equipment. Effects are usually confined to the organization itself and is short term.

COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS

Collaborate and solve problems - work with others to resolve problems, clarify, or interpret complex information/policies, and provide initial screening/negotiations without approval authority. Interactions are typically with customers, senior level professional staff, and managers.

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS

Regularly assesses and diffuses complex and escalate customer issues. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for solving systemic customer service problems. Regularly explores alternative and creative solutions to meeting the needs of the customer within HISD's policies and guidelines.

WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work involves frequent exposure to unpleasant elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noise, chemicals, etc.