Coordinator, Panther’s Pantry
About The Position
The Panther’s Pantry Coordinator leads and manages the daily operations, outreach, and strategic development of Georgia State University’s Panther’s Pantry, which provides food and hygiene products to students in need. The role supports equitable access to resources across the university’s multiple campuses and contributes to reducing food insecurity and supporting student wellbeing. The coordinator supervises part-time staff and volunteers, manages inventory, develops programming, and cultivates partnerships to strengthen the pantry’s impact. The work schedule is primarily Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:15 p.m. Some evenings or weekends may be required for special events or outreach.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and one year of related experience, or a combination of education and related experience.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with all populations.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in a related field.
- Experience working in a college or university setting.
- Familiarity with food insecurity and student basic-needs services.
- ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain it upon hire.
- Valid driver’s license for intercampus transportation of pantry items.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily pantry operations across Atlanta and Perimeter campuses, including bag preparation and distribution, locker sites, transportation, cleanliness, organization, accessibility, and safe lifting and movement of supplies.
- Recruit, train, schedule, and coordinate student assistants, interns, and volunteers; delegate work and support accountability.
- Track distributions, inventory, and service metrics; report outcomes and inform improvements.
- Manage the pantry operating budget, invoices, purchasing, foundation accounts, food and hygiene inventory, replenishment, vendor and donor relationships, reimbursements, records, and university planning activities.
- Provide respectful, equitable client service, respond to feedback, and train student staff.
- Partner with campus units and student organizations to promote basic-needs resources, presentations, and awareness campaigns.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Tuition assistance
- Retirement benefits
- Professional development opportunities and mentorship
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
