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- Knights Table Macon, GA Job Details Temporary | Part-time 19 hours ago Qualifications Customer inquiry handling Full Job Description About Us Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree-granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia.
MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state. Job Summary In this role, students will work with the Assistant Director of Student Care and the Student Care Case Manager to assist with the daily operations, running, and maintenance of the Knights¿ Table, MGA¿s Food Pantry. The goal of this position is to provide consistent hours of operation for the Knights¿ Table to increase access to services. Responsibilities Assist with the daily operation of the Knights¿ Table including unloading, shelving, stocking, and storing of food donations and deliveries. Responsible for implementing Knights¿ Table policies and procedures including food safety guidelines. Manage the Knights¿ Table inventory including updating inventory after donations are received and after clients visit. Maintain accurate records and assist with preparing routine reports. Assist with the promotion of regular food and donation drives. Provide customer support by assisting with walk-ins, checking clients in, scheduling appointments for clients, and providing appropriate information and support. Assist with documenting and distributing Food Bags and Personal Care Kits to clients when requested. Responds to request for information regarding the Knights¿ Table in a timely manner. Provides referrals for local community resources when appropriate. Maintain confidentiality of Knights¿ Table clients at all times. Required to retain Family Education Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA) confidentiality. Ensure the Knights¿ Table is clean and presentable. Other duties as assigned on an as needed basis. Required Qualifications Minimum 2.5 GPA and be enrolled at Middle Georgia State University for at least 6 credit hours Excellent communication skills both in oral and written forms Critical and creative thinking skills Detail oriented Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Ability to work well with all individuals and ability to deliver services to those in need with compassion, clear boundaries, and good communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (i.e., Excel and Office 365) and Canva or willingness to learn. Highly organized with attention to detail and ability to be flexible under pressure. Knowledge of university policies and procedures is preferred. Prior food service and/or customer service experience. Ability to lift heavy food boxes (25 pounds). USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Institutional Values Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent:
CORE VALUES
Stewardship
- Engagement
- Adaptability
- Learning Equal Employment Opportunity Middle Georgia State University is committed to ensuring a safe learning environment that supports the dignity of all members of the University community.
Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Middle Georgia State University. Pursuant to Board of Regents Policy Section 6.6 , federal and state laws and regulations, and our vision, mission, and values, Middle Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law. Background Check Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.
