Sustainability Assistant

Sustainability Assistant

by admin / February 24, 2026

Now Hiring

A full-time, hourly-paid position, with 2 weeks of accrued vacation.
40 hours per week, with a 90-day probationary period.

Location address: Hybrid
Reports To: Grace Milligan

Our most important function is as a ministry. People come first. No matter the task
at hand, we do everything in our power to make a place for everyone. We stop
and listen, we pray, we encourage gifts, skills, and purpose. We foster
relationships with people where they are, whether in abundance or in crisis. Our
vision reflects the basics of the early church: “We all have a need, we all have
something to give. If we all share what we have, we all have what we need.”
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Position Summary
As the Sustainability Assistant, you will contribute to the development, operations,
capacity building, and promotion of Grace Klein Community’s sustainability initiatives
within our organization and the community at large. The role will assist in the
development and implementation of strategies to reduce food waste, enhance food
rescue efforts, and optimize recycling practices. You will coordinate with internal teams,
volunteers, non-profits, and community partners to ensure smooth operations and
promote sustainability education.

Responsibilities
Sustainability Strategy Development
Collaborate with the Sustainability Liaison to develop comprehensive sustainability
strategies aligned with the mission and values of Grace Klein Community.
Collaborate with business and community partners to develop sustainability
strategies with the community at large.
Food Waste Reduction
Identify additional opportunities to minimize food waste within the organization’s
operations.
Nurture and grow our farmer program.
Food Rescue Initiatives
Identify additional opportunities to rescue surplus food for redistribution.
Identify opportunities to grow the food rescue hero volunteer database.
Sustainability Program and Equipment Management
Develop strategies to increase sustainability goals.
Develop strategies and partnerships to recycle materials.
Oversee proper use of sustainability equipment.
Community Outreach and Education
Recruit serve teams, and volunteers.
Raise awareness about sustainability issues.

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Collaborate with schools, businesses, and organizations.
Provide social media educational content.

Weekly KPIs
Recruit Serve Teams
Recruit Food Rescue Heroes
Secure Financial Donors
Secure New In-Kind Donors
Educational Content Support
Attend or host food education-related events

Qualifications
Previous experience in sustainability or a related field preferred.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Commitment to the mission and values of Grace Klein Community.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their
qualifications and interest in the position to Natalie King at
natalie@gracekleincommunity.com and Grace Milligan at
grace@gracekleincommunity.com. Please include “Sustainability Assistant – Job
Application” in the subject line of your email.