100 Red Rock Road, Newport, MN 55055

Annual Salary Range: $74,187.63 – $110,184.78

Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy (R&E) is searching for a Program Coordinator to facilitate food waste prevention programming.

R&E is a joint powers entity formed by Ramsey and Washington Counties. R&E coordinates recycling and waste programs between the two counties and owns and operates the R&E Center in Newport, Minnesota. R&E’s vision is vibrant, healthy communities without waste. R&E accomplishes its mission through partnerships and innovation.

This position reports to an R&E Program Supervisor and is responsible for coordinating and supporting food waste prevention activities, including comprehensive technical assistance and grant programs aimed at helping reduce food waste in business and non-profit settings.

This is professional work including, but not limited to, the following duties:

Collaborate with staff from Ramsey County, Washington County, and R&E to coordinate the development, implementation, promotion, and evaluation of joint activities programs, including but not limited to, programs focused on:

• Donation of surplus food, including surplus local produce, to food shelves and other service delivery organizations
• Food waste reduction within the commercial sector (including businesses, organizations, and multi-unit residential properties)
• Food waste prevention and reduction communication and education for residents, businesses, institutions and non-profit organizations

Coordinate a team of staff from R&E and County, external partners and vendors, to:

• Develop and project manage annual workplans.
• Establish and improve program guidelines, materials, and processes that ensure accessible and inclusive public participation and program outcomes.
• Develop and implement clear communication and outreach strategies to promote programs, resources and meet annual performance goals
• Design and apply performance measurement tools to monitor and ensure program effectiveness and community impact
• Identify and develop community relationships and partnerships that will advance program goals.

Manage a grant portfolio aimed at reducing food waste and increasing diversion rates in commercial, institutional and non-profit sectors, including:

• Oversee the grant application process and ensure equitable access to funding opportunities.
• Review and evaluate grant proposals for alignment with program priorities, coordinate with review panels as needed.
• Make funding award recommendations based on program criteria, available budget, and project impact.
• Maintain accurate records and databases of grant applications, awards, and reporting requirements; ensure proper documentation for audits and public transparency.
• Maintain comprehensive risk management oversight to ensure the responsible use and distribution of public funds.
• Coordinate procurement of contracted vendors; manage vendors, including day-to-day oversight and guidance, monitor performance, and resolve issues to improve project outcomes.
• Conduct research, collect and manage data, and evaluate findings to make informed program decisions.
• Prepare reports, charts, and presentations; support special projects through research and analysis.
• Assist in budget preparation by gathering data, compiling estimates and helping administer budget controls. Process budget-related documents and maintain accurate financial records.
• Assist in organizing and coordinating events; help develop presentations for various meetings.
• Collaborate with staff from R&E and both counties to identify opportunities to advance progress on R&E’s goals, mission, and vision.