Federal Work Study, Student Worker - Food Pantry Assistant

Overview:

Under the direction of the Food Pantry Club advisors, the Food Pantry Assistant will: gather/organize/prepare items for distribution to Food Pantry patrons; provide confidential intake for new and returning patrons; assist with marketing campaigns and presentations to promote the Food Pantry to student groups and at faculty/staff events; help train future assistants.

Essential Duties:

• Gather food and other items from various collection points
• Unload donations from vehicles or dock area
• Organize (sort and stack) items in orderly manner on shelves/in containers
• Perform regular inventory of items to help ensure food safety
• Ensure that the distribution area is safe and maintain clear walkways & exits
• Use correct body mechanics when lifting
• Perform intake procedures for new and returning patrons
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Distribute food and other items in accordance with Food Pantry policies
• Create and distribute marketing materials to enhance Food Pantry awareness
• Participate in campus events and assist with presentations on Food Pantry activities
• Create/maintain social media presence for Food Pantry (FB, Twitter)
• Assist with training new Food Pantry Assistants
• Update and maintain a library of relevant resources such as area food pantries, recipes, and nutrition education.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualification:

• Basic understanding of English language
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to walk, stoop, stand and reach to a significant degree
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of programs (Word, Excel)
• Must become a member of the Food Pantry Club

Federal Work Study Qualifications:

• Must have completed FAFSA for the current school year
• Must meet and continue to meet Satisfactory Academic Progress
• Must be a United States citizen or eligible non-citizen
• Must demonstrate financial need

Hours: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 12:00pm-3:00pm and by appointment contact angela.haensel@cincinnatistate.edu

This position will work between 10-15 hours per week but no more than 20 hours per week.

Hourly Pay: $14.00 per hour

Contract Affiliation: N/A

Equal Opportunity Employer- Committed to Creating a Diverse and Inclusive Work Environment

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, as well as its individual academic divisions, is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all its activities and programs, including employment and promotion. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual-orientation, age, physical disabilities, veteran or marital status.