Student Services Specialist – 3525 Position Available In Robeson, North Carolina

Position Details
Position Information Division Student Affairs
Department Student Conduct
Working Title Basic Needs Project Manager
Vacancy Type Prob, Perm, Grant-Funded, Time Limited, Full-Time
Min T/E Requirements Bachelor’s Degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. FTE 1.0
Position Overall Competency Level J
Recruitment Range $40,048 – $51,418
Anticipated Hiring Range $48,823 – $51,418
Position # 3525
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Months per year 12
Work Schedule =e.g. 8-500 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Work Schedule Type First Shift
Primary Purpose of Organization Unit The Division of Student Affairs empowers students to succeed, facilitates active learning, develops cultural appreciation, promotes responsible citizenship and ensures a robust campus experience for student engagement. Primary Purpose of Position The Basic Needs Project Manager will provide oversight for the BN2 project to build a network of support to assist under-resourced students with basic needs related to transportation, food assistance, housing, child care, health, and technology. This position will be responsible for the basic needs grant and emergency fund application process, coordinating existing campus and community resources, identifying and developing opportunities for cross-training among existing institutional programs and personnel, and designing and implementing new programming to support students’ basic needs. This is a grant funded position through December 31, 2025. Job Description The Basic Needs Project Manager will provide oversight for the BN2 project to build a network of support to assist under-resourced students with basic needs related to transportation, food assistance, housing, child care, health, and technology. This position will be responsible for the basic needs grant and emergency fund application process, coordinating existing campus and community resources, identifying and developing opportunities for cross-training among existing institutional programs and personnel, and designing and implementing new programming to support students’ basic needs.

This position will support:

BN2 Program Management
Expand wrap-around basic needs supports by connecting existing student services (including transportation, childcare, emergency aid, benefits screening, and food assistance, etc.); planning and leading cross-training; and supporting interdepartmental collaboration
Identify and link students to on- and off-campus basic needs services and resources such as housing, food, clothing child care, transportation, health, and technology
Work closely with various campus departments and/or programs to identify and address student needs
Coordinate, plan, develop, and conduct presentations and workshops relating to basic needs services and resources
Oversee all aspects of grant management, including budgeting, reporting, and compliance with grant requirements and regulations. Basic Needs and Emergency Assistance Application Processing and Coordination
Maintain application process for basic needs access and emergency assistance funds
Coordinate with campus stakeholders to review and process funds
Communicate with students about process, maintain records, create and disseminate reports Assessment and Reporting
Compile data, prepare and maintain records, reports, lists and files related to the basic needs program area
Complete assessment and data collection in support of project goals and objectives
Assist CARE Resource Coordinator with assessment and data collection of project goals related to CARE Center and food insecurity This is a grant funded position through December 31, 2025. Management Preference A bachelor’s degree in a related field. Experience in a non-profit, government, or higher education setting is preferred. Strong candidates will have experience working with underserved students in student services, student affairs, or student development capacities or in social services, social work, counseling, or case management roles. Lic or Certification required by statute or regulation Posting Information Job Opening Date 05/21/2025
Job Closing Date 05/27/2025
Posting Category Professional
Posting Number

SPA00685

Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/12418
Special Instructions to Applicants This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process. UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.