[WorkStudy] Basic Needs Assistant

Linn-Benton Comunity Clg-Santiam; Albany (OR); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Linn-Benton Community College (LBCC) seeks a Federal Work-Study student to support the Roadrunner Resources (Basic Needs) program. The role includes mentoring students, guiding them to campus and community resources, and performing clerical duties to keep outreach materials organized.

As a Work-Study position, you will help maintain the Basic Needs Pantry and support campus events while learning about support services available to LBCC students.

Qualifications

• Must be a current LBCC student enrolled in at least 6 credits.
• Maintain satisfactory academic progress and a 2.0 GPA or higher.
• Be eligible for Federal Work-Study funds and financial aid in place.

Responsibilities

• Assist and mentor students in locating on-campus and community resources.
• Help students navigate online tools and self-help resources.
• Provide basic clerical support and help maintain an organized space.
• Maintain pantry items and resource hubs around campus.
• Promote awareness of basic needs services to the campus community.

Skills

Communication

Resource navigation

Technology use

Independence

Training willingness

Education

Enrollment in 6+ credits

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This posting is for a Federal Work Study position. To be eligible for WorkStudy positions you must maintain enrollment in at least six (6) credits at LBCC , maintain satisfactory academic progress throughout each term and maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better (some positions may require a higher GPA ), and have financial aid in place. Supports the Roadrunner Resource Center (Basic Needs) in providing students with information and referrals to various campus and community resources. Provides basic clerical support by assisting with office coverage and representing Roadrunner Resources (Basic Needs) at college and community events.

• Assist and mentor students in understanding and utilizing various on-campus and community-based support resources.
• Assist students in locating and navigating online tools and self-help resources.
• Provide basic clerical assistance, including office coverage, updating and distributing outreach materials, and helping maintain an organized and welcoming space.
• Maintain organization, labeling, and restocking of items in the Roadrunner Resources Basic Needs Pantry and at resource hubs around campus.
• Work alongside staff and other student workers to promote awareness of basic needs services and help create a supportive, stigma-free environment.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Work is performed indoors with no exposure to safety and health hazards. Considerable time may be spent working at a computer.
• This position may occasionally require evening availability for college or community events. Scheduling will be coordinated in advance.

Education and Experience

• Must maintain enrollment in at least 6 credits at LBCC , maintain satisfactory academic progress throughout each term, maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better, and have financial aid in place to be eligible to work in a Work Study student employee capacity at Linn-Benton Community College.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately when assisting students with sensitive or personal topics.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn about on-campus and community-based resources.
• Comfort using and demonstrating various technologies, online tools, and self-help platforms, such as resource websites.
• Ability to independently perform assigned responsibilities.
• Willingness to attend training to enhance skills.

Employment Requirement

Employment Requirement Criminal Background Check - C4

This is a pooled position, applicants will be reviewed when an opening becomes available.

Additionally, please note

• As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to be compensated via direct deposit.
• Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant having Oregon residency at the time work commences.
• Employment is subject to completion of a post-offer criminal background check.
• Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9 confirming authorization to work in the United States of America.

We welcome applications from individuals with a broad range of lived experiences, including those who have been involved with the justice system. If you are selected as a finalist, a conditional job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of job-related pre-employment checks. These may include a background check, sex offender registry checks, motor vehicle history check, civil records checks, or other relevant screenings. Please note that background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check process, please reach out to Human Resources at [e-mail]

LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

Posting Number:

Posting Number: S269

Posting Date:

Posting Date: 09/14/2026

Closing Date:

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Yes
• No
• * Have you applied and been found eligible to receive Financial Aid this current term?
  • Yes
  • No
• * LBCC requires all employees to maintain a primary physical residence within the State of Oregon. Remote work is not available to individuals residing outside Oregon. If you are currently located out-of-state, are you willing to relocate to Oregon before your work assignment begins?
  • I am currently a resident of the State of Oregon
  • Yes - I am willing to relocate to the State of Oregon if I am offered the position
  • No - I am only interested in remote work