Basic Needs Coordinator

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Search 1851 - Posted July 24, 2024

Emporia State University is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Basic Needs Coordinator. The coordinator will serve as a primary point of contact for those needing assistance in meeting their basic needs, including food, clothing, housing, financial and off-campus resources.

The coordinator will help to support well-being by providing immediate food assistance as well as connecting individuals with additional resources and support on campus and within the community. This position helps ensure responsive, culturally competent, and confidential support services for those seeking basic needs support.

The coordinator, in collaboration with other offices within the Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and other campus partners, serves as a resource to obtain resources and to promote success, retention, and achievement of desired outcomes by removing barriers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

General

• Manage Corky’s Cupboard (campus food pantry)
• Manage all aspects of food inventory, procurement, and distribution
• Maintain adequate food supply to provide quality food
• Order and receive food and validate invoices/receipts from Kansas Food Bank and local vendors
• Manage Corky’s Closet (campus clothing closet)
• Pickup, receive, and record food and clothing donations
• Serve as a liaison with the Memorial Union and the campus food service provider on related programs as needed

Campus Outreach and Resource Education

• Coordinate and collaborate with multiple campus offices, committees, and groups including the Basic Needs Coalition, Athletics, Student Accessibility and Support Services, Financial Aid, Residential Life, Student Advising Center, Student Wellness + Counseling, and community partners
• Develop and maintain knowledge of basic needs programs, services, and resources including guidelines and eligibility requirements to access services
• Work with the Director of the Intercultural Center and student workers to develop and coordinate education programs around basic needs
• Attend conferences and other professional development opportunities to increase understanding of experiences and resources around basic needs
• Case Management and Crises Response
• Provide support in applying for public assistance
• Connect individuals to campus and community resources in times of urgent or crises situations related to basic needs support

Evaluation

• In partnership with the Director of the Intercultural Center, evaluate services, programs, and outreach annually
• Budget and Grant Support
• In partnership with the Director of the Intercultural Center, manage a budget, including developing budget proposals, justifying expenses, and monitoring accounts
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least five years of professional experience.
• Experience building relationships across constituencies
• Previous work or lived experience navigating systems that provide services to meet housing and food insecurities
• Communication skills that include leading dialogue across constituencies
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and listening skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Experience working with diverse populations and an understanding of the equity gap in basic needs support for historically excluded populations

Preferred Qualifications

• A master’s degree in education, counseling, or a related field is preferred with at least three years of professional experience
• Bilingual or multilingual
• Experience with trauma-informed care 

COMPENSATION:

• Salary:  $20.87 - $31.31 hourly
• Qualifications and previous experience will be considered for placement of base rank and salary. 

BENEFITS:

Base pay is one component of Emporia State University’s total rewards package. We are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family that include:

• Health Insurance
• Free Dental insurance for employees
• Retirement through the Kansas Board of Regents
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 31 days paid vacation and holiday days
• Tuition reduction and tuition assistance
• Dependent tuition waiver
• For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit here. 

APPLY:

To apply, upload a letter of application, unofficial transcripts, resume, and at least three (3) references here. 

Consideration of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.

A background check and official transcripts are required prior to hire.

For more information

Jose Pavon

HR Professional

jpavon@emporia.edu

Emporia State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other factors which cannot be considered by law.