Food Program Assistant

Definition Under close supervision from the Food Program Coordinator in the Family Assistance Division of the Social Services Department, assists in the coordination of maintaining and delivering food products to the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. This job class is treated as FLSA Non-Exempt.

Essential Functions: Essential functions may vary among positions and may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in this classification. Examples of Tasks

• Client Interaction: Greet clients warmly, assist them in the registration process, and ensure they understand how to access resources.Food Distribution: Help prepare and pack food items for distribution to clients, ensuring that all items meet safety and quality standards both in person and delivery.
• Inventory Management: Assist with the organization and inventory of food supplies, including receiving donations, sorting items, disposing items and maintaining accurate records of stock and storage.
• Facility Maintenance: Ensure that the pantry area is clean, organized, and complies with health and safety regulations.
• Volunteer Support: Work collaboratively with volunteers, providing training and support where necessary to facilitate a welcoming and effective environment.
• Community Outreach: Participate in outreach efforts to promote the food pantry’s services within the community, including attending community events, engaging with local organizations and providing various nutrition education programs.
• Data Entry: Maintain accurate records of clients served and food distributed, inputting data into relevant systems as required.
• Special Events: Assist in planning and organizing special events, food drives, and fundraising initiatives to support the pantry’s mission.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Food Program Coordinator or Social Services Manager to maintain and enhance the program operation.
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:
• Knowledge of the culture, customs, traditions, history and government of the Salt River Pima- Maricopa Indian Community.
• Knowledge of the general dietary nutritional needs and problems of the Pima and Maricopa people.
• Knowledge of nutrition basics.
• Knowledge of food safety practices.
• Skill with program Public Relations as demonstrated by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with SRPMIC staff, Community Departments and outside entities.
• Skill organizing areas for product storage.
• Ability to drive various SRPMIC vehicles and operate machinery such as a forklift, floor-pallet dolly and utility cart.
• Ability to lift boxes of food products weighing up to 50 pounds on a daily basis.
• Ability to maintain accurate and timely program records according to prescribed standards.
• Ability to utilize the personal computer and related software, including MS Office, in order to fulfill job requirements.

Minimum Qualifications Education & Experience: Graduation from high school or GED equivalent required.

• 1 year full time work experience working with the public in a customer service capacity required.

Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that would allow the candidate to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position, will be considered. Underfill Eligibility: An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill.Special Requirements

• May be required to work beyond normal work hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must obtain Food Handler’s Card upon hire.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver’s License

Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check. "SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" Preference will be given to a qualified: Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate. In order to obtain preference, the following is required: 1) Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214) will be required at the time of application submission 2) Qualified Community Member (must provide Tribal I.D at time of application submission),3) Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB is required at time of application submission), and 4) Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission).

Documents may be submitted by one of the following methods:

1. attach to application
2. fax (480) 362-5860
3. mail or hand deliver to Human Resources. 4.) email to HRRecruitment@srpmic-nsn.govDocumentation must be received by position closing date. The IHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted.

Your Tribal ID/CIB must be submitted to HR-Recruitment-Two Waters.

Benefits

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Employee Benefits Overview Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) is committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, designed to enhance your quality of life both at work and at home. Below is a summary of the benefits available to SRPMIC employees. Plan details and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire and are subject to change. Health Care Benefits SRPMIC provides medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in standard plans. These benefits represent a significant part of your total compensation. Medical: Choose from three plan options to fit your needs - the Low Deductible Plan, the Mid-Deductible Plan, and the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). As a self-funded plan, SRPMIC directly covers the cost of medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision services for all participants. Dental: Enjoy nationwide access to the Humana Dental PPO/Traditional Preferred network, offering flexibility and choice in selecting dental care providers. Vision: Coverage is provided through Davis Vision, including eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses. Members also benefit from discounted rates on additional eyewear and services. Life Insurance: All eligible employees are automatically enrolled in a fully paid basic term life insurance policy with a matching accidental death benefit. Retirement Plans

SRPMIC supports your long-term financial goals through multiple retirement plan options:

401(k) and Roth Plans: Eligible employees can participate in both pre-tax and post-tax retirement savings plans. SRPMIC contributes 5% of your compensation to the pre-tax 401(k) and matches up to 3% of your salary deferral contributions. Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS): Available to eligible certified police officers and firefighters. Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS): Available to Salt River School educators. Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): A retiree HRA with Health Equity, which is a tax-advantaged employer-funded account that retired employees (Age 55+) can use for qualified medical expenses, including some premiums, and out-of-pocket expenses such as copays and deductibles. Paid Leave & Holidays Annual & Sick Leave: Employees accrue separate balances for sick and annual leave each pay period. Sick leave may be used for personal or family illness and medical appointments, while annual leave covers vacation or personal time. Holidays: SRPMIC observes 15 paid holidays each year, including two discretionary holidays and one day of birthday leave. Other SRPMIC Paid Benefits Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program (EAP) SRPMIC offers a confidential Employee Assistance Program through SupportLinc, available at no cost to employees, their dependents, and household members. Additional Voluntary Benefits WellPath Wellness Program: A voluntary wellness initiative that encourages healthy living and rewards participation with incentives. Available to all employees and their dependents. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Administered by HealthEquity, FSAs allow you to pay for eligible health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Health Savings Account (HSA): Available to employees enrolled in the HDHP. Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance: Employees may purchase additional life and accidental death coverage for themselves and their dependents. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): SRPMIC is a qualified employer under the PSLF program. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness. At SRPMIC, we value our employees and are proud to offer benefits that support your health, well-being, and future.