Food for Thought Specialist

Job description

Compensation: $17.83 per hour, Up to 29 hours per week Compensation Type: Non-Exempt Employment Type: Temporary (Fixed Term) Grade: NE06 Position Summary The Food for Thought Specialist plays a vital role in promoting student well-being and food security across campus. This position supports students by coordinating food access initiatives, connecting them with resources, and fostering partnerships to address basic needs. The Specialist leads outreach, plans events, and supports program operations to ensure that students have consistent access to nutritious food and essential supplies. MAJOR DUTIES: Student Support & Resource Navigation: - Meet individually with students to assess needs and connect them to SNAP, emergency food assistance, hot meal vouchers, and local community resources. - Distribute emergency food boxes, meal vouchers, toiletries, and snack packs as needed, while maintaining accurate documentation in Excel and CRM systems. - Assist with data tracking and reporting to support grant requirements and program improvement. Campus Food Access Initiatives: - Coordinate daily and weekly distribution of campus-wide snack baskets to 20+ locations, including outlying centers...