What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mobile Food Pantry Manager position at American Rescue Workers?
Organization Description
American Rescue Workers is a 501(c)(3) faith-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing the needs of individuals and families in hunger and homelessness crises. Through programs providing food, clothing, shelter, and essential goods, the organization brings relief to those facing hardship. Supported by donations of gently used household and clothing items, American Rescue Workers operates 9 thrift stores throughout Central Pennsylvania. Proceeds from these stores sustain our charitable initiatives. Visit www.arwwilliamsport.org to learn more.
Job Summary
The Mobile Food Pantry Manager will oversee the strategic planning, daily operations, and community impact of American Rescue Workers’ Mobile Food Pantry program. This position is responsible for ensuring food is distributed efficiently and equitably to underserved neighborhoods across Lycoming County. The Manager will coordinate routes, supervise part-time staff and volunteers, maintain food safety and reporting compliance, and act as a key community liaison. Additionally, this position is responsible to serve the ARW trucking & industrial operations by being a reliable substitute/additional driver.
Duties
- Oversee daily operations of the Mobile Food Pantry program
- Plan, coordinate, order and maintain weekly/monthly distribution schedule to 4–6 neighborhoods
- Supervise part-time coordinator(s), staff, and volunteers
- Serve as secondary liaison with community partners (WIC offices, STEP, Veterans Transition Center, etc.)
- Track and report program data using Service Insights
- Ensure food safety protocols are followed, maintain relevant certifications
- Monitor inventory, coordinate with central food pantry for replenishment
- Conduct client outreach and feedback collection
- Assist with grant and report preparation when applicable
- Represent ARW at community meetings and collaborative initiatives
- Serve/assist as needed within the daily Social Services Center operations
- Serve/assist as needed as a substitute/additional driver within ARW trucking
- Serve/assist as needed within the daily Industrial Operations
- Maintains the ability to fill in for any driver on any route as necessary
- Work under the direction of the DIO to coordinate the ideal operation schedule
- Other duties as assigned and in partnership with the Director of Industrial Operations
Qualifications
- Ability to obtain PA DOT driving license (Class C with DOT Med Card - PC Training)
- Valid PA driver’s license with clean driving record required
- Undergo ARW driver’s training with Industrial Director
- Current ServSafe Certification (ability to obtain if not current)
- Experience in food security programming, logistics, or social services
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to maintain computer and client data entries
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities
- Familiarity with food safety standards and mobile distribution models
- Commitment to serving vulnerable populations in a faith-based context
Working Conditions
- Office, roadway, warehouse, and intercity environments.
- Reporting deadlines and timelines.
- May need to be available for additional hours beyond the normal work week depending on the organization's needs.
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount at 9 ARW thrift stores.
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18