Impact Programs Assistant, Student Engagement & Pantry

Center for Public Partnerships & Research; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas is seeking Student Hourly staff for the Student Engagement Center to support student programs, events, and food/clothing pantry operations on campus.

Responsibilities include assisting shoppers, coordinating food recovery, partnering with campus services, training volunteers, and maintaining clothing closet activities. On-site work requires enrollment in 6+ credits and physical capability for lifting. Salary is $12.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours during the semester term.
• Able to lift 10 pounds and stock shelves.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• 40% - Be present in the Cupboard during its hours of operation and available to help students shop to select nutritious food options. Ensure visitors are logged in and entered into Pantrysoft system. Help to ensure safe hygiene practices within the space.
• 20% - Coordinate food procurement and food recovery efforts for the Campus Cupboard through collaborative partnerships with Just Food, KU Dining, and other campus and community partners. Assist with food pickup and delivery in collaboration with Just Food.
• 10% - Cultivate and maintain positive partnerships with stakeholders including, but not limited to: Students, Student Organizations, University offices and departments, Supply partners.
• 10% - Work alongside volunteers. Provide brief training and support to volunteers working in the Cupboard.
• 10% - Organize and sort clothing received for clothing closet.
• 5% - Work tabling events to provide information about the Student Engagement Center.
• 5% - Follow policies related to Safe food handling requirements, including dry, frozen, and/or refrigerated foods, Storage, Pest control, Food safety training.

Skills

Excellent written communication skills

Driver's license

Job description

The University of Kansas is seeking Student Hourly staff for the Student Engagement Center to support student programs, events, and food/clothing pantry operations on campus.

Responsibilities include assisting shoppers, coordinating food recovery, partnering with campus services, training volunteers, and maintaining clothing closet activities. On-site work requires enrollment in 6+ credits and physical capability for lifting. Salary is $12.00 per hour.