Pantry Coordinator
University of North Carolina at Charlotte, United States
about 10 hours ago
Location:
Charlotte, NORTH
CAROLINA
Job Type:
FullTime
Deadline:
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Position Information
General Information
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Employment Type Permanent
- Full-time
If time-limited, note appointment end date Hours per week 40
Months per year 12
Position Number 012620
NC Salary Grade Equivalency NC07
Classification Title Student Services Specialist
- Journey
Working Title Pantry Coordinator
Salary Range $39,058
- $49,275
Anticipate Hiring Range $39,058
- $48,823
FLSA Status Non Exempt
Division Student Affairs
Department Dean of Students (Adm)
Work Unit Dean of Students
Work Schedule 8:00 am
- 5:00 pm; Monday
- Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary.
Primary Purpose of Position The Coordinator of the Jamil Niner Student Pantry (Pantry Coordinator) supports the day-to-day operations of the Pantry and assists with providing direct support to students experiencing basic needs insecurity. Under the supervision of the Program Director for Basic Needs Services, the Pantry Coordinator is responsible for maintaining pantry inventory and cleanliness, coordinating volunteer and student staff schedules and training, assisting with donation logistics, managing the pantry's communication and outreach efforts, and engaging with students and community members utilizing the pantry. This position is vital to the operational efficiency and welcoming environment of the pantry.
Minimum Education/Experience Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of education and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Note:
Some state job postings state you can qualify by an 'equivalent combination of education and experience.' If that language appears above, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. Essential Job Duties Pantry Operations and Inventory Management
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.
Shopper Engagement
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.
Administrative Support
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 (graduate and undergraduate), 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.
Other Work Responsibilities Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education Familiarity with college student development or basic needs insecurity associated with the college experience.
Knowledge of government regulations pertaining to students, including FERPA, HIPAA, Title IX, Section 504, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Demonstrated sensitivity to the concerns and needs of a college student population.
Demonstrated experience navigating and building partnerships with community social services and resources.
Experience in crisis intervention or conflict resolution, response, and assessment, with the ability to diffuse crisis situations, problem solve, and analyze complex problems.
Familiarity working cooperatively with others in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications A valid driver's license. The incumbent in this position will be required to drive university owned vehicles, such as a van.
Work Location Jamil Niner Student Pantry
Posting date 06/08/2026
Closing date 06/22/2026
Proposed Hire Date 07/20/2026
Contact Information Special Notes to Applicants The finalist will be subject to a Criminal ground Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
UNC Charlotte Benefits Information:
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