Farmers Market Crew Member: Waste Center - Adelante Mujeres

Do you seek an environment that encourages everyone to grow to their fullest potential? Are you a person with strong attention to detail? Do you want to work for one of the top 10 non-profit organizations to work from in Oregon for 5 consecutive years? Are you passionate about building a more just society by empowering Latinas to lead? Join the Adelante Mujeres family and become part of a growing organization providing award-winning programming and holistic services to more than 15,000 Latina women and children annually in Oregon. Adelante Mujeres means "women rise up" and the women and girls in our program are doing just that. With your help, we can build the next generation of Latine leaders. Located in Forest Grove, Oregon and founded in 2002, Adelante Mujeres is known for innovative responses to community concerns.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As part of the Adelante Mujeres Market Access team in the Microenterprise Department, the Farmers Market Waste Center Crew Member provides logistical and customer service support to the Forest Grove and Cornelius Farmers Markets. They will promote a community space for family engagement, intercultural exchange, and food access, in addition to supporting local small businesses that are vendors of the markets. At Adelante Mujeres, one of our values is to love and respect the earth. This role is a steward to our sustainability efforts in our Farmers Markets. This role will also supervise and direct volunteers for our Waste Center. The Farmers Market Waste Center Crew Member will report to the Farmers Market Coordinator.

• Lead the setup and takedown of the Waste Center at the Farmers Market, including other setup and takedown tasks.
• Lead reusable dishware program at Forest Grove and Cornelius Farmers Markets, including working with vendors, customers, and Commercial Kitchen to transport, distribute, collect, and clean reusable dishware 
• Dispose of recycling and other waste properly as needed during and at the end of the market 
• Maintain a clean and family-friendly dining and restroom area by sanitizing tables, picking up trash, moving tables and chairs, etc.
• Lead the data collection and organization for Farmers Market reporting about the Waste Center

QUALIFICATIONS

We recognize that there are multiple expressions of professional readiness.  When we review applications, we take a comprehensive look at each applicant. Our goal is to assess your unique strengths. The ideal candidate has many of the following skills and experience: 

• A passionate commitment to the goals and mission of Adelante Mujeres and support for immigrant and BIPOC communities
• Ability to develop good working relationships with a wide range of people, including excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills
• Bilingual-Bicultural English/Spanishpreferred
• Ability to problem solve independently and work effectively in a team
• Experience with deescalating situations and approaching conflicts with patience and non-violent communication

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work evenings in outdoor settings with exposure to typical Oregon weather conditions
• Lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling of up to 40 pounds
• Twist, bend, reach, stoop, carry weight, think strategically about how to properly move heavy items
• Prolonged walking and standing
• COVID-19 vaccine and boosters required except for religious or medical accommodation
• Complete Criminal Background Registry enrollment letter for facility number CC503161
• Possess or ability to obtain Oregon Food Handler's Permit (or acquired within 30 days from date of hire)

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Hourly rate: $21.50 per hour
• Classification: Seasonal, minimal part-time (up to 19.99 hours per week)
• Schedule: Wednesdays 1pm - 9:30pm, Fridays 1pm - 9:30pm, and occasional Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays through November 2025
• Benefits: Sick Time: 1 hour accrued per 30 hours worked, Paid Holidays: prorated based on hours worked current month.

TO APPLY:

Please complete a job application or submit the following material electronically (PDF preferred) through our career website: (no phone calls, please)

• A one-page cover letter outlining your qualifications, experience and interest in the position and Adelante Mujeres
• A resume detailing relevant experience, qualifications, work history, education and accomplishments
• Three professional references may be requested later in the hiring process

Thank you for your interest in employment at Adelante Mujeres. We will be contacting applicants whose applications indicate a strong combination of relevant experience and qualifications and skills.

Closing date: Open until filled Anticipated start date:March 2025

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Adelante Mujeres is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or any related medical condition, physical or mental disability or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Adelante Mujeres is compliant with the American with Disabilities Act and we are committed to making special accommodations for your interview or work as a member of our team. If specificaccommodations are needed, please notify hr@adelantemujeres.org and we will work to accommodate your needs.