Program Coordinator (fixed-term), Basic Needs and Community Initiatives – Division of Student Affairs

The Office of Student Leadership, Involvement, and Civic Engagement (SLICE) at Carnegie Mellon University consists of experienced professionals with an outstanding ability to: cultivate relevant, one-to-one mentoring relationships with exceptional students; deeply influence the growth and development of the leaders of tomorrow; craft unique experiences building on the talents of a diverse, multifaceted community; and contribute to our Student Affairs Division whose cornerstone is a deep, sustained dedication to the ongoing care of its students.

SLICE is hiring for a Fixed Term Program Coordinator for 3 months to oversee the daily operations of the CMU Pantry and support community initiatives. This is a full-time position; however, we would consider hiring for a part-time role for a candidate with the relevant background and experience. 

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Supervise student Pantry Coordinators including running weekly Pantry Coordinator meetings, providing feedback and facilitating the CMU Grow program.

• Order food and manage Pantry annual budget.

• Coordinate donations from campus and external partners.

• Communicate with partners of the Pantry.

• Implement CMU’s PA Hunger-Free Campus Grant-awarded initiatives including frozen meal deliveries, spice-packing events and meal swipe program.

• Maintain Allegheny County Health Department regulations and the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank policies to ensure food safety.

• Assist with weekly Pantry deliveries.

• Ensure Pantry shopping hours occur as scheduled.

• Enhance students’ relationship with the Pittsburgh community through managing the SLICE vans reservations and maintenance.

• Other duties as assigned

Applications should include a cover letter and resume and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 

You should demonstrate:

• Proven track record to champion an innovative and collaborative work environment

• Proven problem solving and reasoning skills, analytical skills, and oral, written, and interpersonal and intercultural communication skills

• Commitment to justice and equity-based approaches

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the Division of Student Affairs. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required 

• 1-3 years of experience working with students, program coordination, project management, non-profit experience, and/or other relevant experience required

• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered

 Requirements: 

• Successful Background Check

• Ability to regularly lift 40 pounds unassisted

Additional Information: 

• This position is eligible for the university's flexible work arrangement policy .

• Some weekend and evening hours may be required based on programmatic needs.

Are you interested in this exciting opportunity? Apply today!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Program, Project and Operations Management

Position Type

Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Salary

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