Careers

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Solid Ground staff members are talented, compassionate, creative and deeply committed to the people and communities we serve.

Working at Solid Ground

We are inspired by our mission to end poverty and undo racism and other oppressions that are root causes of poverty. Our staff is passionate and strives daily to create a community beyond poverty and oppression where all people have equitable opportunities to thrive.

Internships & National Service

Job Title Date Posted
Food Education Coordinator (AmeriCorps) 6/26/18
Food and Garden Youth Educator (AmeriCorps) 6/26/18

Environment

Our staff and volunteers are guided by five values: Social Justice, Compassion, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Integrity.

We believe that how we work is as important as the positive outcomes of what we accomplish. Employees describe our work environment as: challenging, a learning environment where hard questions are asked, flexible with scheduling, diverse, friendly and caring.

Our Race & Social Justice efforts guide us as we work alongside our residents, program participants, coworkers and community partners to end poverty. We engage in intentional learning efforts to understand and dismantle institutional racism, and build cultural sensitivity.

Our managers support employees in their professional development. Through cross-agency leadership committees, job shadowing programs, onsite trainings and goal setting, employees can learn and work toward their career goals at Solid Ground.

Benefits

heartEmployee wellness is of utmost importance to Solid Ground. We pay for the majority of medical and dental premiums for employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

  • Medical: two medical plans to choose from to fit your needs
  • Dental: comprehensive coverage within a wide network of providers
  • Flexible Spending Account: use pre-tax money to pay for out-of-pocket medical and childcare expenses
  • Employee Assistance Program: access to legal assistance, financial counseling, child and elder care referrals, and mental health/substance abuse counseling for employees and their dependents
  • 401(k) Plan: includes a generous employer contribution and employer match
  • Short-term & Long-term Disability/Term Life Insurance: 100% employer-paid to ensure employees are covered for the unexpected; optional voluntary life insurance available to employees and dependents
  • Paid Time Off: We recognize the challenges of our work for employees and the benefits of offering paid time off. Solid Ground offers paid time off through a generous leave package.