DU Food Pantry Operations Assistants (up to 5 positions open

University of Denver - DU - Division of Community Support and Engagement

and the job listing Expires on September 20, 2026

The University of Denver’s Division of Community Support & Engagement (DCSE) is dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of the DU community. DCSE fosters meaningful community connections and empowers individuals through collaborative engagement and holistic support. Guided by DU’s values of excellence, innovation, engagement, integrity, and inclusion, DCSE strives to build a campus culture where everyone feels valued and cared for.

Community Essentials is part of the Division of Community Support and Engagement. As a department this team oversees the DU Food Pantry and Care Closet. As a team we understand this work as crucial to creating, providing, and sustaining a campus culture that supports faculty, staff, and students toward success in their educational endeavors.

• Staff DU Food Pantry (DUFP) during operating hours
• Use card tapper and appropriate software for check in process
• Restock items throughout opening hours
• Responsible for opening and closing duties
• Capture feedback from DUFP users
• Create volunteer work schedule for the DU Food Pantry
• Train new student staff and volunteers
• Maintain updated inventory of food and be familiar with items on storage shelves/refrigerator
• Act as a main liaison between patrons and the DU Food Pantry
• Coordinate food donation drop offs and check expiration dates
• Manage partnership with Student Outreach and Support (SOS)
• Responsible for the basic cleanliness of the DU Food Pantry and maintain cleanliness and organization of storage areas
• Ensure emails are answered in timely manner
• Place work orders as needed
• Assist in creating quarterly and annual reports
• Design marketing materials and update social media
• Create events in Crimson Connect (shopping hours)
• Other duties as assigned

• Proficiency in communication and use of spreadsheet software
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse organization and efficiently manage multiple tasks
• Ability to work well in a team setting, as well as independently with minimum supervision
• Ability to supervise student staff
• Good judgment, problem solving skills, and discretion
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products

Current DU undergraduate or graduate student enrolled for the academic year.

• Work-study funding, which requires eligibility through the Financial Aid Office

Mostly office setting, but can sometimes be outdoors helping offload the delivery truck

Stocking shelves, offloading delivery truck

• Ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds

Articulate the mission of the unit and connect it to tasks and responsibilities

• Analyze situations and construct thoughtful and professional responses(s) using training and on-the-job experience
• Constructive self-reflection of choices, the impact on others and what can be done differently next time
• Ability to work autonomously and demonstrate initiative
• Manage conflict appropriately for the situation
• Ability to understand and adapt behavior to cultural difference and commonality, fostering an inclusive and welcoming space for diverse individuals

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For more information, please see the University of Denver’s Non-Discrimination Statement .

All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check. These are required for all part-time, full-time and student employee hires.