Assistant Director of Consultation, Advocacy, Resources, and Education

Position Information

Hiring Department:
Division of Student Affairs - Food Pantry

Reports To:

Assistant Dean of Students

Job Location:

El Paso, TX:
On-site

Posting End Date:
Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hours:

40 hours per week, standard Monday
- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends

FLSA status:
Exempt

Earliest

Start Date:

As soon as possible.

Salary: $60,000;
Commensurate with experience.

Required Application Materials:

* Resume

* Cover Letter

* List of three references

Position Summary

Statement of

Duties and Responsibilities:

Market-Style Pantry Operations and Program Management

* Directs and manages the daily operations of the Campus Market-Style Pantry, including inventory control, ordering, storage, distribution, scheduling, and site operations.

* Coordinates and oversees on campus mobile pantry food distribution events.

* Develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates Market-Style Pantry programs, services, and special distributions designed to reduce food insecurity among students.

* Ensures compliance with food handling regulations, donor requirements, grant-funded program requirements, record retention standards, and risk management practices.

* Oversees the maintenance, organization, safety, and functionality of pantry facilities, equipment, refrigeration units, storage areas, and related resources.

* Establishes operational procedures, service guidelines, and assessment measures to ensure efficient, equitable, and dignified service delivery.

* Develops and implements communication and outreach strategies to increase awareness, engagement, and utilization of pantry services.

Student Services and Outreach

* Provides direct and indirect support to students experiencing food insecurity through needs assessment, resource navigation, referrals, follow-up and as appropriate.

* Coordinates services with campus partners (e.g., financial aid, counseling and psychological services, housing, and wellness services) to support student retention and success.

* Develops and delivers education, outreach, and training to students, staff, and faculty regarding food insecurity, pantry services, and available resources.

Administrative, Fiscal, and Data Management

* Administers assigned pantry funding and gift accounts; tracks expenditures, monitors spending trends, and provides recommendations regarding resource allocation to support operational priorities and student needs.

* Develops and implements food procurement strategies, including food bank partnerships, food recovery initiatives, donor engagement, retail partnerships, and purchasing plans to ensure a consistent and nutritious food supply.

* Develops and maintains outcome measures, performance indicators, and assessment plans for pantry operations and basic needs initiatives.

* Prepares reports, presentations, and program evaluations for university leadership, grant funders, donors, and community partners.

* Identifies opportunities for program enhancement through assessment findings, stakeholder feedback, and emerging best practices.

Supervision, Training, and Volunteer Coordination

* Supervises professional staff, student employees, interns, and volunteers supporting pantry operations.

* Recruits, trains, schedules, and evaluates student workers and volunteers to ensure consistent service coverage and adherence to standards.

* Provides leadership, coaching, professional development, and performance management for assigned staff and student employees.

* Establishes team goals, operational priorities, and performance expectations aligned with departmental and university objectives.

Development, Grants, and Community Partnerships

* Collaborates with University leadership on program development, grant initiatives, fundraising efforts, and donor engagement to enhance Market-Style Pantry services.

* Builds and maintains partnerships with local food banks, community organizations, and regional resources to expand access and support.

* Represents the University on committees, coalitions, and community initiatives related to basic needs, food security, and student wellbeing.

Institutional Leadership and Collaboration

* Leads strategic planning efforts related to food security and basic needs support, utilizing data, student feedback, and emerging best practices to guide program growth and enhance student success outcomes.

* Participates in divisional and university-wide committees, trainings, and professional development activities.

* Complies with all State of Texas and University policies and procedures.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

and

Experience:

Three (3) years of progressively responsible…