Hunger-Free Campus Store U-Knighted Coordinator

Gannon University, United States

Updated: 4 months ago
Location: Erie, PENNSYLVANIA
Deadline: 29 Feb 2024

Position Details
Position Summary


Position Title Hunger-Free Campus Store U-Knighted Coordinator
Posting Number
Division Recreation & Wellness
Department Student Development & Engagemt
Location Erie, Pa
Position Summary
Career Readiness Learning Objectives:
Equity and Inclusion: The student worker will help address food insecurities that are inclusive and equitable to all students in a way that fosters positive change for the university.
Professionalism: The student will complete safety training which includes the importance of confidentiality when working with student shoppers.
Communication: Clear and effective communication with other students and the advisor regarding the needs of students facing food insecurity.
- Assist with the distribution of food pantry items.
- Assist with the implementation of a store software tracking system.
- Manage schedules and assignments of volunteers.
- Maintain a written inventory of food donations.
- Maintain a shadow budget and report when inventory is low.
- Provide a written note of gratitude to the donors.
- Ensure safety compliance by checking expiration dates and quality of packaging before stocking and distribution.
- Manage refrigeration logs to ensure the safety of perishable food items.
- Assist with Second Harvest Proxy Program when needed/
- Responsible for discarding damaged and expired items.
- Manage volunteer food safety training.
- Provide additional training on Gannon’s food pantry policy and procedures manual.
- Assist students interested in applying for SNAP benefits.
- Assist with Store U-Knighted Marketing events.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Good Academic Standing
- Must complete online safety training upon hire.
- Demonstrated appreciation for teamwork.
- Demonstrated 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
- This position requires light lifting, up to 10 pounds. Student must be able to navigate the work environment with ease, including bending and lifting.
- The ability to utilize office materials, including the standard use of a personal computer/laptop, telephone, and other supplies is required.

Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Job Posting Open Date 02/12/2024
Job Posting Close Date 02/29/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please do not call the office regarding your application. One of our supervisors will contact you if selected to interview. All final candidates will be expected to prepare for and participate in a brief interview.

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