Director of Food Access Services

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for Director of Food Access Services for a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to improving well-being, stability, and access to essential services for individuals and families across the Puget Sound region. This hybrid role is based in Seattle, Washington, with the ability to commute to offices in Seattle and South King County. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Director of Food Access Services provides strategic leadership for a portfolio of programs designed to ensure equitable and dignified access to nutritious food for diverse communities. This leader oversees program strategy, operations, partnerships, and evaluation while guiding a collaborative team dedicated to strengthening community impact. The role works cross-functionally with organizational leadership, community partners, and stakeholders to advance innovative and sustainable food access solutions. PERKS: Competitive annual salary of $90,000 - $100,000Hybrid work environment with opportunities for flexible schedulingComprehensive employer-paid health benefits for employeesGenerous paid time off including holidays and wellness leaveSupportive and mission-driven workplace committed to collaboration, professional development, and inclusive community impact RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide strategic leadership for food access programs, ensuring alignment with organizational mission and community needs.Oversee program operations, performance metrics, and evaluation processes to drive continuous improvement and measurable impact.Lead, mentor, and support a collaborative team including staff, volunteers, and interns while fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture.Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, government partners, and funders to expand access to food resources.Guide budgeting, resource planning, and grant compliance in collaboration with internal teams.Represent the organization in community forums, partnerships, and regional initiatives related to food access and food systems. QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated experience leading programs or initiatives related to food access, community services, or social impact.Experience supervising, mentoring, or guiding teams while supporting collaboration and growth.Strong strategic planning, program development, and project management abilities.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to work across diverse communities and partners.Experience using data, evaluation, or reporting tools to inform decisions and demonstrate program outcomes. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: This position offers an annual salary range of $90,000 to $100,000 along with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Benefits include 100% employer-paid premiums for employee medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. Team members also receive generous paid time off including vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, and a 5% employer contribution to a 401(k) retirement plan with no employee contribution required. Additional offerings include vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, and opportunities for ongoing professional growth and development within a supportive and inclusive workplace. HOW TO APPLY: For immediate consideration, please submit your resume here! ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM: Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online. Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.

Created: 2026-04-15