Executive Director (Part Time) Slow Food Lake Tahoe Slow Food Lake Tahoe is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, affiliated with Slow Food USA and Slow Food International, based in Truckee, CA. Our chapter was founded in 2004 to promote growing, preparing, eating and accessing local food. Our Mission: Slow Food Lake Tahoe's mission is to connect our community to the enjoyment of good, clean and fair food by inspiring a self-reliant food culture. We educate the community about growing, preparing and accessing local and sustainable food. Good, clean and fair food for all. Our Values: Community Care and Food Justice We provide opportunities for physical health by improving diet and increasing exercise We supply organically grown food from the food bank garden to those in need (683 pounds) We inspire people to volunteer in the food bank garden and provide opportunities for exercise in our gardens building, planting, and composting (658 volunteer hours) We encourage community members to grow their own organic food by providing accessible garden space in the community garden (34 garden beds, scholarship beds available We partner with Yup’ik Girl Seafood, owned and operated by a female Alaskan Native from Bristol Bay, and created a Salmon Club that also donates sustainably sourced wild Alaskan Salmon to help relieve food insecurity in our community (188 members, 97 pounds donated) We provide opportunities for improved mental well-being enabling people to cope with the stresses of life, realize their abilities, learn well and work well, and contribute to their community. We engage kids through hands on learning and science curriculum teaching how food grows and the importance of caring for our environment (266 kids served) We educate adults through our Grow Your Own program with classes on high elevation gardening and by providing seeds and starts to gardeners (500+ served) We provide opportunities for connection with others to improve social well-being. We provide opportunities for volunteering with other gardeners creating social connections. We host free Community Events (Soup Night, Seeds, Sips and Songs, Skillshares) that create social cohesion. Slow Food Lake Tahoe is committed to creating a safe and supportive workplace for all people and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates who meet most, but not all of the qualifications and experience outlined in this description. Job Description Slow Food Lake Tahoe seeks a dynamic and visionary leader to shepherd this organization into a new chapter of growth and financial stability as its Executive Director. The Executive Director will join a talented and dedicated volunteer working board and paid seasonal staff in advancing the mission of SFLT. The Executive Director will be a leader who puts SFLT mission and values into action, inspiring alignment across our programs and building long-term financial security for the organization. While the position is currently part-time, the future vision is to grow to full-time employment The Executive Director reports to the SFLT board, located in Truckee, Ca. While some remote work is feasible it is expected that the Executive Director will work largely in the North Lake Tahoe area. SFLT operates a virtual office, complemented by monthly in person meetings with board members. The start date is expected to be early fall 2024. Key initiatives for the first year of being Executive Director include: Fund Development/Public Engagement (70%), Marketing, Communications and Events (20%), and Finance/Operations/Administration (10%):. Duties and Responsibilities Fund Development/Public Engagement ● Secure financial support from individuals, foundations, government, and corporations and seek out new opportunities to significantly grow revenue from grants and donations in the next 1 – 3 years ● Working with the Development Director, develop and execute SFLT fundraising and development plan that is aligned with our mission and values. ● Develop and maintain strong relationships with major donors ● Serve as the public face of SFLT by attending a variety of events, collaboration meetings and other public facing opportunities ● Bring our programs and resources to new audiences, nurturing joint partnerships that expand our reach and minimize barriers to access. ● Lead the team in creating public enthusiasm, support, and recognition for SFLT Marketing, Communications, and Events: ● Working with Marketing Director develop and implement a marketing and communications strategy ● Set yearly goals for growth of social media accounts, email lists, website visitors ● Steward and grow relationships with key media and partner contacts ● Create an annual report to share with supporters, donors, and community members, highlighting the impact of SFLT’s work ● Working with BoD plan events, secure volunteers, and creating a calendar of events Finance/Operations/Administration: ● Ensure ongoing programmatic excellence and consistent, high quality financial management and administration ● Working with the Treasurer and Board, develop and manage the annual budget and manage budget responsibly and sustainably ● Ensure that the appropriate fiscal control, policies, and operations to protect the financial and other assets of SFLT ● Continuously seek new and creative ways to streamline operational processes, ensuring organizational excellence and effective and efficient working conditions, operations, reporting, communications, and all aspects of SFLT Requirements Education/Experience Concrete and demonstrable experience and other qualifications include and may not be limited to: ● Commitment to Slow Food Lake Tahoe’s Mission and Values ● Bachelor's degree and non-profit or business-related experience ● Fund development, fundraising, and donor relationship skills ● Financial literacy ● Past experience and success in working with a board of directors ● Demonstrated experience in building efficient administrative systems ● Demonstrated ability to build trust with all constituents and able to manage conflict constructively ● Clear and direct interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills ● Experience in Google Workspace, Google Sheets, broad social media and website platforms ● Demonstrated commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion ● Bilingual in Spanish and English, bicultural a plus Personal Characteristics ● Self-directed, passionate, outgoing, and energetic presence ● Ability to motivate and inspire others to engage and participate in advancing a mission ● Deep cultural competency and proven ability to interact authentically and effectively with widely diverse audiences and constituencies ● Action oriented, entrepreneurial, adaptable, and innovative in approach ● Transparency, integrity, sense of humor ● Possesses a solution mindset in a dynamic environment, is flexible and takes initiative Compensation and Benefits Although SFLT is currently a very small organization, we recognize the importance of offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to address the increasingly high cost of living in communities around North Lake Tahoe. Compensation for the part-time Executive Director is currently set at an annual salary of $30,000 depending on experience. Benefits include 10 days PTO and 5 holidays of your choice. This position offers a contribution towards a health plan not to exceed $1,000 a year.

Help us harvest our beautiful bounty on a Monday morning! All produce grown in the garden is harvested and donated to Sierra Community House. We will spend the morning picking veggies and herbs that are ready to go, wash them, weigh and bundle them to deliver to our local hunger relief organization, Sierra Community House. Sign up for a volunteer time Read more about the garden

This is a great opportunity to come help in the garden during the week on Wednesday mornings. There are countless projects to be completed this season, and a whole flourishing garden space to be maintained. Tasks include watering plants, planting new seedlings, pruning plants, cleaning the space and assisting the Garden Director with any ongoing projects. Sign up for a volunteer time Read more about the garden

Join your community and help to revitalize the SFLT Garden spaces on Saturday mornings. On Saturdays we aim to complete some of the larger garden projects. The Garden Manager will be in the garden to help guide and teach the skills needed for the volunteer projects. There will be plenty of options to choose from, all ages, experience levels, and ability levels are welcome. Come for any amount of time you can spare. Bring your hat, sunscreen, and water and come DIG-IN with us! Sign up for a volunteer time Read more about the garden

Have a group of 5 or more? Contact us to organize a team-building work day and/or educational day in the garden suited to your group's skill-set and interests. Be outside, impact your community and have fun learning together! Events are free and donations are greatly appreciated. Your private event may include: >>working with the soil and connecting with the earth >>educational workshops about the garden food cycle >>developing physical skills while learning to work with tools >>learning to build and repair garden infrastructure >>supporting fresh food distribution to Truckee/Tahoe families in need >>nurturing community with your group outside of the ordinary day Complete the Volunteer Inquiry below and let us know more about your group. Read more about the garden

This position has been filled for 2024. Please welcome back Joey Eberhart as our Garden Manager! Our Gardens Manager position is one that reports directly to the Garden Committee and oversees all aspects of the SFLT Food Bank Garden. This position is a great opportunity to get your 'hands dirty' and learn all about organic, high-elevation garden management, volunteer management, and how to develop community. The Garden Manager requires a great deal of hard physical work, focus and care. It is also deeply rewarding. Key responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Cultivating the space: planting seeds, maintaining irrigation and garden infrastructure, and harvesting and preparing produce for distribution Overseeing and teaching volunteers for Harvest Mondays and Workday Wednesdays Helping with the new Truckee Community Garden (adjacent to the Food Bank Garden) Overseeing community compost drop-off - partly through running the SFLT compost collection booth at both Tuesday and Saturday Truckee Farmers Markets Leading tours and facilitating classes with local groups Organization & record keeping of garden production Sign up for a volunteer time Read more about the SFLT Food Bank Garden Read more about the SFLT Community Garden Read more about the Composting Program

The Garden Assistant position requires a great deal of hard physical work, focus and care. It is also deeply rewarding. You will work under the direction of the Garden Manager. Duties Assist the Garden Manager with all aspects of garden operations in a way that fulfills the mission and objectives of the gardens, including: Assist with Installation and operation of irrigation systems. Assist with repair and oiling of garden beds. Seeding, transplanting, thinning, and fertilizing seedlings. Cultivation and weeding. Turning, watering and sifting compost. Harvesting, washing, weighing, and packing of produce for Sierra Community House or other organization partners. Assist with staffing of Garden events ie: Grow Your Own and the Edible Garden Tour Assist Garden Manager with direction and oversight of garden volunteers Assist Garden Manager with classes for local schools and camps to educate children about local food and growing practices Assist with the Disabled Adults garden days Set up and staff the Slow Food Lake Tahoe compost collection booth at the Tuesday Truckee Farmers Market View the full job description Deadline to apply is May 1, 2024 To apply, send your resume to info@slowfoodlaketahoe.org Sign up for a volunteer time Read more about the SFLT Food Bank Garden Read more about the SFLT Community Garden Read more about the Composting Program

Showcase your food or gardening skills to the community! If you are looking for an opportunity to share your expertise with a group of like-minded individuals, we'd love to connect! Past Skillshares have included Canning 101, vermi-composting, Make Your Own Bone Broth, and Brew Your Own Beer. Workshop locations have included the Slow Food gardens, individual homes, local restaurants, and farms. Funding available depending on the class needs. Complete the Volunteer Inquiry below or email us your ideas and proposals: info@SlowFoodLakeTahoe.org

We are in need of someone to help us with our social media communications. Including creating/posting content and growing our audience. You'll be volunteering under the guidance of a SFLT Board Member. If you have time to lend and are interested in getting involved we'd love to have your help to get the word out about our programs and community events. Estimated 10-15 hours/month. Some experience with Facebook, Instagram, and/or Canva is necessary, learn more as you go! Complete the Volunteer Inquiry below and let us know how you can help.

We are looking for someone to help with a variety of marketing efforts. Projects include hanging posters around town, updating online event calendars, sending press releases, copy creation & editing, artwork & graphic design. You'll be volunteering under the guidance of a SFLT Board Member, some experience is a plus. If you love the work SFLT does and want to help connect our community to our programs then we want to hear from you! Complete the Volunteer Inquiry below and let us know how you're interested in helping.

We love sharing photos of our garden, volunteers, and events to our followers. If you are interested in taking photos at an upcoming event that we can use in our emails, social media, and/or other marketing campaigns we would be forever grateful. Complete the Volunteer Inquiry below or simply send us your photos at info@slowfoodlaketahoe.org

Fundraising helps us continue to offer our variety of programs and educational events and it takes a community effort to get it done. If you have a fundraising idea or opportunity that you'd like to help with let us know. Or, if you want to jump on board with one of our existing fundraising opportunities we'd love your support! Some of our previous fundraising events include Give Back Tahoe, Salmon Buying Club, Chef Supported Dinners, online auctions, and Girl Scout Bake Sales. Complete the Volunteer Inquiry below and let us know how you'd like to help.

Grants are a major way we fund our programs and we are always looking for grants that fit within our program needs. If you have experience with finding and writing grants and are interested in lending a hand let us know! You'll be volunteering under the guidance of a SFLT Board Member. Complete the Volunteer Inquiry below and let us know how you can help.

We are a 100% volunteer working board looking for more skilled and dedicated volunteers to join our team. If you're interested in committing some time towards connecting our community to the enjoyment of good, clean and fair food by inspiring a self-reliant food culture, then we're interested in talking to you. Come have some fun with us while making a positive impact in the community! Complete this Board Member Application and get in touch using the Volunteer Inquiry form below