ASI Beach Pantry Graduate Assistant

Associated Students•Long Beach, CA

About The Position

Recruit, train, manage, coordinate, plan, organize, implement, and evaluate ASI Beach Pantry programs. Manage ASI Beach Pantry program operations, budget, polices, and procedures under the direction of the Assistant Director, Beach Pantry Programs. Assists with administrative and operational duties of the ASI Beach Pantry programs by working with full-time and student staff in all areas of the pantry and kitchen.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Enrolled in and making satisfactory progress in the preferred areas of Student Development in Higher Education, Master of Science in Nutritional Science Program, Master of Business Administration, Master's in Public Administration or related graduate degree program at CSULB.
Concurrent enrollment in six or more graduate units at CSULB.
Food Handler Certification or ability to complete this certification contingent upon employment.
California Driver's License necessary as incumbent will drive university vehicles as needed including ASI carts, van and/or truck.
Additional certifications and trainings may be required and must be completed within the first 30 days of employment.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse academic community
Ability to use independent judgment, critical thinking skills, and analytical skill
Ability to maintain professionalism and determine appropriate application of ASI and University policies or guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Strong student development knowledge and the ability to connect well with students.
Must be willing to work with an ethnically and culturally diverse group of student staff and volunteers.
Willingness to research information and professional organizations.
Exceptional customer skills are a must.
Excellent interpersonal, written, time management and verbal communication skills.
Must possess enhanced leadership skills and be able to work in a diverse environment.

Responsibilities

Assists with various ASI Beach Pantry programs, including operational policy development and review, project proposal development, assessment, and food inventory tracking.
Perform necessary tasks and provide overall supervision to ensure safe and efficient daily operations of the ASI Beach Pantry programs, including kitchen, mobile pantry, and additional outreach events.
Receives, organizes, and maintains records and reports of services provided; maintains inventory of food and manages donations.
Maintain, manage, and outreach relations with community partners.
Develop and implement outreach plan to promote the ASI Beach Pantry and engage community interest.
Follow all food and safety guidelines including compliance matters such as temperature logs, food storage and receiving products.
Pick up food donations from on/off-campus locations.
Maintain a clean, clutter-free environment that is welcoming to all students.
Complete weekly reports and in-kind donation records.
Work with Assistant Director and Volunteer Coordinator regarding the recruitment of volunteers.
Assists with annual department safety inspections and preventative maintenance requests and schedules.
Meets weekly with the Assistant Director.
Assists with the recruitment, hiring, training, and supervision of the ASI Beach Pantry staff and volunteers.
Works cooperatively with other ASI graduate intern staff to plan and implement student programs and/or training sessions as needed.
Receives requests for computer, facility, and maintenance service and records such in the help-desk database.
Greets and assists students who utilize the ASI Beach Pantry programs with excellent customer service. Assists students with their experience.
Provides a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere while maintaining confidentiality and respect of students utilizing the ASI Beach Pantry programs and services.
Works on special projects as assigned.