What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cultural and Food Security Specialist position at CVOEO?
Description
CVOEO is hiring a Cultural and Food Security Specialist with our Feeding Champlain Valley team! This position implements food access initiatives that honor the traditions, religious dietary guidelines, and community heritage of the diverse populations we serve across Northwest Vermont-including New American, refugee, immigrant, and Indigenous communities. The position addresses language barriers, cultural preferences, and systemic obstacles to improve nutrition and food sovereignty. They ensure vulnerable populations have access to culturally appropriate options while actively breaking down historical and systemic barriers to food access.
Please view our full job description: Cultural and Food Security Specialist
Rate of pay: $29.62-$31.93 per hour
Requirements
We are an inclusive organization that embraces all people. CVOEO is interested in candidates who can contribute to our organizational and community inclusion. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further the goal of inclusion at the organizational and community level. We are one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Vermont! Join us to find out why!
Salary Description
$29.62-$31.93 per hour
CVOEO is hiring a Cultural and Food Security Specialist with our Feeding Champlain Valley team! This position implements food access initiatives that honor the traditions, religious dietary guidelines, and community heritage of the diverse populations we serve across Northwest Vermont-including New American, refugee, immigrant, and Indigenous communities. The position addresses language barriers, cultural preferences, and systemic obstacles to improve nutrition and food sovereignty. They ensure vulnerable populations have access to culturally appropriate options while actively breaking down historical and systemic barriers to food access.
Please view our full job description: Cultural and Food Security Specialist
Rate of pay: $29.62-$31.93 per hour
Requirements
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Public Health, Anthropology, Sustainable Agriculture, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education and deeply rooted community experience will be highly valued.
- Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in food systems, public health, community nutrition, social services, or community advocacy.
- Bilingual or multilingual fluency is highly preferred
- Valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and access to reliable transportation to travel within the multi-county CVOEO service area.
- Ability of uphold safety standards
We are an inclusive organization that embraces all people. CVOEO is interested in candidates who can contribute to our organizational and community inclusion. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further the goal of inclusion at the organizational and community level. We are one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Vermont! Join us to find out why!
Salary Description
$29.62-$31.93 per hour
Salary : $30 - $32