Produce Distribution Assistant- Closes

Produce Distribution Assistant

Closing Date: 01/19/2026
Location: Siletz

Introduction: The Produce Distribution Assistant is dedicated to advancing safe and appropriate access to fresh food for the Siletz Tribal population. A vital part of the Food Sovereignty Program working closely with tribal members, community partners, internal and external stakeholders, and various committees. The role involves safe harvesting, handling, storage, processing, and distribution of culturally congruent foods from the Siletz Clinic Farm and surrounding landscapes.

The Assistant supports the Food Sovereignty Box Program and helps develop and communicate opportunities within the clinic service area.

• Assist in developing and implementing a comprehensive produce distribution plan for the Siletz Clinic Farm, including harvest, wash, pack, storage, and distribution.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure produce is properly handled, stored, and meets safety standards.
• Maintain and implement the program’s CSA model of produce distribution known as the Food Sovereignty Box Program.
• Coordinate and assist in all harvesting, gleaning, washing, packing, storing, processing, distribution, and other tasks associated with fresh produce.
• Maintain harvest and distribution efforts throughout the year.
• Prepare and periodically update protocol manuals for produce handling practices, distribution strategies, and food preservation techniques.
• Properly maintain equipment and hand tools and ensure safe and proper storage.
• Operate small equipment including two-wheel tractors, cultivators, lawnmowers, chainsaws, string trimmers, and chippers.
• Assist other employee needs including gardening, habitat restoration, events, and other program support tasks.
• Perform custodial duties within assigned work areas.
• Commit to continuous learning of cultural competency.
• Perform other Food Sovereignty Program functions as assigned by supervisor.

• High school diploma or GED and one year of experience in an agricultural production position OR one year of experience in horticulture OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience working with indigenous/native communities.
• Knowledge of plant nutrition, soil health, water conservation, and seed saving.
• Food preservation techniques.
• Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) systems.

• Planting, harvesting, and cultivating plants for human consumption.
• Long-term storage of fresh foods in cold storage.
• Safe operation of machinery, tools, tractors, cultivators, saws, and other farm equipment.
• Safe handling and storage requirements of produce.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and comfort working in groups.
• Ability to prioritize duties and act on creative opportunities to develop the Food Sovereignty Program’s value.
• Highly organized, able to work independently and estimate timing and growing conditions.
• Physical ability to perform work required for harvesting, gleaning, washing, packing, loading, and distributing fresh produce.

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type:

Full-time

Job Function:
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries:
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