Basic Needs Resource Specialist

Weber State University Department of Automotive Technology; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University seeks a part-time Basic Needs Resource Specialist in Ogden, UT to serve as the primary student-facing contact at the Basic Needs Center. The role involves welcoming students, sharing information, scheduling appointments, and guiding them to available services and resources.

The position is cross-trained in navigation, emergency funding, financial wellness, FAFSA assistance and outreach, supporting a No Wrong Door approach to connect students with needed resources.

Qualifications

• Self-starter required.
• Energetic and outgoing; customer service oriented.
• Ability to organize.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

• Front desk operations and welcoming students.
• Provide general information and schedule appointments.
• Respond to communications and referrals.
• Assist students in connecting with Basic Needs Center services and resources.
• Cross-trained in basic needs navigation, emergency funding, financial wellness, FAFSA assistance, and outreach.
• Support No Wrong Door approach by ensuring appropriate referrals.

Skills

Self-starter

Customer service

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Self-starter

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title Basic Needs Resource Specialist

Requisition Number H02065P

Position Category Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week 20

Months per year Alternate work schedule

Pay Grade Salary Hourly Pay Rate $13 - $15

FLSA Job Summary/Basic Function

The Basic Needs Resource Specialist serves as a primary student-facing point of contact for the Weber State University Basic Needs Center. The position is primarily responsible for front desk operations, welcoming students, providing general information, scheduling appointments, responding to communications, and helping students connect with Basic Needs Center services and resources.

The position is cross-trained in basic needs resource navigation, emergency funding, financial wellness, FAFSA assistance, and outreach.

The Specialist supports a “No Wrong Door” approach by ensuring students receive information, assistance, or an appropriate referral regardless of how they initially connect with the Center.

Required Qualifications

• Self-starter
• Energetic and outgoing; customer service oriented
• Ability to organize
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with WSU campus
• Work-study preferred

Background Check? Yes

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 09/10/2026

Review Date 09/12/2026

Job Close Date 10/10/2026

Open Until Filled

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/29310