Halifax Public Libraries invites INTERNAL and EXTERNAL, EXPRESSION OF INTEREST applications for the full-time, term, Food Literacy Specialist position at Sackville Public Library.

This is a unionized position. Preference will be given to internal applicants from the NSUPE Local 14 bargaining unit.

Halifax Public Libraries is an inclusive employer committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We encourage all qualified persons to apply and self-identify. We will accommodate applicants' needs under the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will confidentially address your needs.

ABOUT THE BRANCH
Sackville Public Library is a high-paced branch that quickly responds to the needs to the community. Many community members visit the branch daily. We are located in an economically diverse community, with a large segment of children and teens attending the library independently. It is a vibrant community space for all, with programs, conversations and numerous partnerships.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Food Literacy Specialist at Halifax Public Libraries, you will:

• Plan, deliver and evaluate Food Literacy programs and events for diverse audiences - for branch, District and/or regional implementation.
• Facilitate diverse food learning experiences that improve community members' access to, and ability to prepare, healthy, affordable food.
• Provide regional guidelines and resources for delivering:
• healthy, affordable snacks to youth and vulnerable adults
• basic cooking and food literacy workshops
• safe food handling practice
• Build relationships and maintain community partnerships
• Train and support staff in food literacy programming and food safety
• Recruits, trains and oversees volunteers, interns and grant-funded staff
• Act as a resource in the area of kitchen design, food equipment and storage, food, nutrition, cooking and food safety
• Display, promote and perform work duties in a positive and safe way and displays safety awareness at all times
• Support and show leadership by working to health and safety standards, following health and safety policies and procedures and encouraging colleagues to work to the same standards by reporting incidents, hazardous conditions and improvement possibilities

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

Bachelor's degree, diploma, or certificate in a nutrition of food sciences related field such as Dietetics, Nutrition, Culinary Skills or Food Sustainability and two (2) years of experience in delivering and developing food-related programs.
Another acceptable combination of education and experience will be considered.

Required:

• Read and write English
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution and customer service skills
• Demonstrated ability to provide instruction and training
• Experience in food program planning and delivery
• Food handling certification
• Knowledge of nutrition and cooking skills
• Basic computer knowledge and skills including:
• Functions of a web browser
• Microsoft office applications
• Social media applications
• Intermediate technology skills including:
• Willingness to learn and experiment with additional tools and technologies
• Willingness to support others in learning technical skills and concepts

Assets:

• Awareness of community food resources
• Experience working with diverse communities
• Facilitation skills

TRAVEL
The position requires travel between our various library branches and community sites within the Halifax Regional Municipality. Access to reliable transportation is necessary.