Assistant Director for Student Access to Community Services

Montclair State University; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Director for Student Access to Community Services. This role focuses on combating food and clothing insecurity on campus, fostering equity and belonging. The successful candidate will oversee programs like the Red Hawk Food Pantry, manage daily operations, build community partnerships, and support student workers. With a strong emphasis on resource mobilization and data evaluation, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students. If you are passionate about advocating for student success and have a background in social services, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in college student activities or social services.
• Strong ability to engage diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of resource programs and ensure safety standards.
• Develop and evaluate programs addressing resource insecurity.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Program Evaluation

Resource Advocacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Counseling

Master’s degree in Higher Education Admin

Job description

Assistant Director for Student Access to Community Services

Location: Montclair, NJ | Type: Full time | Posted: Yesterday | Requisition ID: R1004327

Application Instructions

• Upload your Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic data population.
• Review and verify the parsed information for accuracy.
• Use the "My Experience" section to upload your cover letter and supporting documents.

Note: For extensive CVs, apply manually with recent positions (last 10 years) and attach full CV and documents in the "My Experience" section.

Job Description

Summary

Reporting to the Director, Advocacy and Outreach, the Assistant Director advances initiatives to combat food and clothing insecurity, fostering equity and belonging on campus. Oversees programs like the Red Hawk Food Pantry and Rocky’s Career Closet, addressing system barriers to student success through resource mobilization, community partnerships, and data evaluation.

Principal Duties

• Manage daily operations of resource programs, ensuring safety and health standards.
• Develop and evaluate programs addressing resource insecurity.
• Establish policies for inventory, distribution, and awareness campaigns.
• Track program data and assess impact for continuous improvement.
• Build partnerships with local and national organizations.
• Supervise and mentor student workers and volunteers.
• Support office operations, including event logistics and resource management.
• Manage budgets and financial processes.
• Collaborate with donors and assist in grant writing.
• Maintain certifications and participate in professional development.
• Uphold confidentiality and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Public Health, Higher Ed Admin, or related.
• At least three years in college student activities, resource advocacy, or social services.
• Ability to work independently and in teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage diverse populations.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Higher Education Admin or related.
• Knowledge of resource insecurity issues and best practices.
• Experience with fundraising, donor relations, and grants.

Application Process

Include a resume and cover letter explaining your fit for the role. Follow the application instructions carefully.

Department & Contact

OSB Advocacy and Outreach

Contact HR Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2) or email [e-mail]

Inclusion & Equal Opportunity

Montclair State University values diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. More info at our website.