Temporary Anti-Hunger Program Associate – SNAP

Food Research & Action Center

Temporary Anti-Hunger Program Associate focusing on SNAP outreach and education. Engaging with community partners and improving access to nutritional programs in Maryland.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeBaltimore • Maryland, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $32 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct SNAP outreach and provide individualized case management services, including eligibility screening, application assistance, recertification support, and referrals to help District residents access and maintain nutrition benefits.
Assist in the development and implementation of strategies to increase the participation of families and individuals in public nutrition programs, with an initial special focus on SNAP.
Provide technical assistance and work effectively with multiple stakeholders, including officials from the state of Maryland, city and county public officials, community groups, school administrators, teachers and other school personnel, child care providers, afterschool providers, health professionals, social service agencies, faith-based and community organizations, and farmers’ markets.
Collect and report data on Maryland participation rates in public nutrition programs and analyze community food security trends.
Assist in public education about federal nutrition programs and policies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of relevant experience
Good conceptual, strategic thinking, and creative skills
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Detail-oriented planning and implementation skills
Willingness to work varied hours
Demonstrated ability to reach out effectively to low-income families and community-based organizations eligible for program benefits
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage several tasks simultaneously
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong team orientation and leadership experience
Ability to use technology to work remotely
Ability to travel around the state for meetings and events
Working knowledge and understanding of SNAP or other federal nutrition programs such as Medicaid and/or TANF
Ability to speak Spanish is preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Mileage reimbursement
Equal opportunity, affirmative action policies

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Hard Skills & Tools

Eligibility ScreeningApplication AssistanceRecertification SupportCommunity Food Security AnalysisTechnical Assistance

Soft Skills

Excellent Oral CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationDetail-OrientedStrong Organizational SkillsInterpersonal Skills