Hunger-Free Campus Student Assistant

About the Role

This position supports the Hunger-Free Campus initiative by addressing food insecurities in an inclusive and equitable manner, fostering positive change for the university community.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the distribution of food pantry items.
• Monitor the food pantry email and respond to requests.
• Assist with Second Harvest food pickups and distribution.
• Assist with Summer CSA Program distribution.
• Maintain a written inventory of food donations.
• Complete training for PantrySoft inventory system.
• Assist with PantrySoft implementation and updating inventory.
• Discard damaged and expired items as needed.
• Provide written notes of gratitude to donors.
• Ensure safety compliance by checking expiration dates and quality of packaging before stocking and distribution.
• Attend community events to promote well-being and Hunger-Free Campus Programming.
• Educate students about Hunger-Free Programming available on campus.
• Provide additional training on Gannon’s food pantry policy and procedures manual.
• Complete safety training, including maintaining confidentiality when working with student shoppers.
• Interact professionally with students and university employees, adhering to professional dress and punctuality standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Good academic standing.
• Demonstrated appreciation for teamwork.
• Ability to work with various campus departments and community members.
• Good communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Excel spreadsheets.
• Experience with food pantry/food bank procedures.

Physical Demands

• Light lifting, up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to navigate the work environment with ease, including bending and lifting.
• Standard use of a personal computer/laptop, telephone, and office supplies.

Number of vacancies: 5