Program Coordinator for Basic Needs (Temp)
UNC Charlotte
Part-Time
Closes on Sunday, April 26, 2026
Job Description
- Maintain daily operations of the pantry during open hours, including setup, student check-in, stocking, cleaning, and closing procedures.
- Monitor inventory levels, organize supplies, and support ordering and restocking efforts.
- Track donation intake and organize food drives in collaboration with campus and community partners.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pantry space in accordance with food safety guidelines and departmental/university expectations.
- Assist in documenting and tracking food waste and shopper usage for reporting and improvement efforts.
- Serve as a frontline point of contact for students utilizing the pantry, providing a welcoming and judgment-free experience.
- Help connect students with other basic needs services and programs (e.g., Swipe Out Hunger, Short-Term Housing) in coordination with the Program Director.
- Assist the program director with non-clinical case management of shoppers with elevated needs, meeting with students one-on-one and developing individualized support plans
- Maintain confidentiality and practice sensitivity when working with students in need.
- Assist in collecting and entering data for reports on pantry usage, volunteer hours, and outreach impact.
- Support grant or fundraising efforts by providing usage data, testimonials, or assisting with event logistics.
- Assist with recruitment, training, scheduling, and supervision of volunteers, student workers, and interns to ensure adequate pantry staffing during operating hours and events.
- Provide ongoing guidance and mentorship to volunteers, student workers, and interns regarding professionalism and service-oriented practices.
- Attend relevant programmatic events, meetings, and training sessions as assigned by the Program Director.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the program director or designee.