3SquaresVT Specialist

at  Hunger Free Vermont

Position Title: 3SquaresVT Specialist
Supervisor: SNAP Policy & Training Lead
Employee Status: Exempt / Full-time
Standard Hours: Hybrid, 35 hours per week; in-state travel, some early mornings, evenings and weekends
Starting Salary: $51,000 annually
Comprehensive Benefits including medical/dental/vision, generous paid time off, retirement, and disability benefits.

POSITION SUMMARY

Hunger Free Vermont envisions a vibrant community-centered future where every one of us has the nourishing food we need and want. Do you share that vision? Did you know that 3SquaresVT (SNAP) is Vermont’s most comprehensive food security program? Are you ready to join a vibrant group of champions leading the charge to end hunger in Vermont? If so, step into the role of 3SquaresVT Specialist. As the 3SquaresVT Specialist you will be developing expertise in the rules and nuances of 3SquaresVT. You will use your emerging expertise to train community partners and service providers across the state about the program and connect them with resources to help share positive and compelling messages about 3SquaresVT with the individuals and families that they serve. So, if you’re ready to turn passion into action, join us as the 3SquaresVT Specialist and be part of mobilizing this critical solution to end hunger in our state.

THE TRAINING & EDUCATION TEAM

You will be a member of the Training & Education Team, housed in our Program Department. You will also take part in cross-team working groups to collaboratively forward our organization’s priorities.
The Training and Education Team develops training opportunities and provides technical support to service providers and community-serving groups all over the state, anchored in the effective delivery of federal food and nutrition programs to everyone in Vermont. The team helps partners navigate complex statutes, regulations, and guidelines–ensuring they have all the knowledge and tools to effectively operate programs and support people navigating the programs & applications. With our expertise and guidance, our partners can confidently implement effective strategies that improve dignified and human-centered pathways to federal nutrition programs in Vermont.

IMPORTANT PERSPECTIVES, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS

We encourage all candidates who can demonstrate a fit with the role, even if you don’t match every qualification listed below, to apply. We embrace nontraditional paths and appreciate the fresh insights they offer. You could demonstrate your experience and skills in a variety of ways, including professional or volunteer work, travel or living abroad, creative pursuits, and military service.

• Demonstrated interest in working with others to make change in a system or institution to advance and promote economic, social, and racial justice.
• Proven ability to connect with a wide variety of people and partner organizations through meetings, group presentations, and over the telephone, with a combination of warmth and directness, so that you are able to be of service and advance Hunger Free Vermont’s priorities.
• Interest and aptitude to research, learn, and understand the complex rules and regulations of 3SquaresVT (SNAP).
• Interest and aptitude to explain complex rules and regulations to others using plain language and trauma-informed practices.
• A belief that hunger and its root causes are solvable, and a desire to contribute to ending these injustices for everyone in Vermont.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to be a curious and active listener.
• Proven ability to work cooperatively and independently, manage complex projects, and build positive relationships with other staff and external partners.
• Ability to read, write, & communicate in English. The ability to communicate in any other language(s) is a welcome plus.
• Ability to operate basic computer and internet programs like Google Suite and a willingness to learn new systems, applications, and technologies on the job.
• A valid driver’s license and ability to access a vehicle for travel within the state as needed.

We encourage all candidates who can demonstrate a fit with the role, even if you don’t match every qualification listed below, to apply. We embrace nontraditional paths and appreciate the fresh insights they offer. You could demonstrate your experience and skills in a variety of ways, including professional or volunteer work, travel or living abroad, creative pursuits, and military service.

• Demonstrated interest in working with others to make change in a system or institution to advance and promote economic, social, and racial justice.
• Proven ability to connect with a wide variety of people and partner organizations through meetings, group presentations, and over the telephone, with a combination of warmth and directness, so that you are able to be of service and advance Hunger Free Vermont’s priorities.
• Interest and aptitude to research, learn, and understand the complex rules and regulations of 3SquaresVT (SNAP).
• Interest and aptitude to explain complex rules and regulations to others using plain language and trauma-informed practices.
• A belief that hunger and its root causes are solvable, and a desire to contribute to ending these injustices for everyone in Vermont.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to be a curious and active listener.
• Proven ability to work cooperatively and independently, manage complex projects, and build positive relationships with other staff and external partners.
• Ability to read, write, & communicate in English. The ability to communicate in any other language(s) is a welcome plus.
• Ability to operate basic computer and internet programs like Google Suite and a willingness to learn new systems, applications, and technologies on the job.
• A valid driver’s license and ability to access a vehicle for travel within the state as needed

essential functions of their work to the degree we are able to do so.

• Internal Work Conditions: Work is performed either from your home, or in a climate controlled office environment with no exposure to hazardous materials/conditions. There is a moderate level of noise from office equipment (phone, copier, etc) and an office layout that includes open work areas, meeting rooms, and smaller private work rooms.
• External Work Conditions: Routine in-state travel to training/meeting sites is required; some availability outside of normal business hours is required.
• Physical Demands:
• Reliable attendance at regularly scheduled meeting times is required
• Must be able to work in an office environment and operate a computer and phone for extended periods of time
• Work may include occasionally bringing boxes of outreach materials to other organizations or transporting tabling supplies, which may weigh up to 20 pounds