Employment Opportunities

Please note a pre-employment background check is required for all student employment positions.

Job Description:

The Triton Food Pantry, an initiative of Associated Students at UC San Diego (ASUCSD), was created in Fall 2014 with a mission to provide a discreet service to UC San Diego students in need of food. The pantry aims to ensure every student has enough energy to get through the day and that no student should give up a single meal for any reason. The Triton Food Pantry aims to build a network of food resources and awareness about food insecurity so that every UC San Diego student has nutritious fuel to achieve academic success.
 

Position Overview:

The Triton Food Pantry Assistant will support the daily operations of the Triton Food Pantry at both Student Center A (SCA) and One Miramar St. (OMS) by managing, operating, and continually developing a nutritious and culturally reflective food pantry on campus. This position works directly with the student community in facilitating student visits to the pantry and ensuring adequate stock and inventory is available during hours of operation.
 

Responsibilities 

• Maintain a clean, stocked, organized and accessible food pantry for UCSD students
• Assist students utilizing the pantry through education on food pantry policies and procedures (i.e. point systems)
• Regularly organize and update pantry displays, signage and monitors
• Unpack, stock and organize delivered food items onto pantry shelving, working in compliance with all local and state food safety protocols
• Maintain regular cleaning of the pantry (i.e. clean produce racks, wipe down refrigerators, discard perished items, empty trash and recycling, rearrange floor space)
• Arrive on time for all scheduled shifts, appropriately locking and unlocking pantry spaces during hours of operation
• Establish and operate an electronic ID scan system for accurate food pantry utilization data collection 
• Provide referrals to other campus and community food security resources
• Communicate with team members daily through workspace messaging, elevating any high level concerns directly to Triton Food Pantry Co-Leads and/or Advisor
• In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, each Triton Food Pantry Assistant will also take on one of the following lead roles, depending on pantry needs and open positions at the time of recruitment:
   

● General Operations Manager: responsible for maintaining the accessibility, cleanliness, and flow of both pantry locations. Assist in coordinating team meetings, general scheduling, and event planning

● Volunteer Manager: responsible for recruitment, selection, onboarding, and management of all Triton Food Pantry volunteers. Manages volunteer shifts and scheduling

● External Affairs Manager: responsible for communicating and coordinating with campus and community partners for outreach opportunities, including tabling requests, donation drives, or collaboration opportunities

● Marketing Manager: responsible for managing pantry social media channels, including posting pictures and videos of pantry activities and creating and publishing graphics for pantry hours and operation

● Accessibility Manager: responsible for coordinating initiatives to increase pantry accessibility to students (i.e. DoorDash program, Locker Project). Holds pantry pop-up events across campus in collaboration with other campus groups
 

Hours Per Week: 10-15 hrs 
 

Starting Hourly Rate: $17.05/hr
 

Qualifications:

• Must have a genuine desire to assist UCSD students with food security challenges
• Able to lift and carry at least 25 pounds
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in demanding and fast-paced environments
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team setting
• Must be dependable, motivated, and organized
• Must be able to able to work 10-15 hours each week for the 2023-2024 Academic Year
• **Must pay UCSD Student Services Fees each quarter working (must have paid Spring 2024 UCSD student services fees or be an incoming Fall 2024 new admit or readmit student to work summer)**
   

Competencies:

1. Oral, Written, & Digital Communication: Conveys meaning and responds to needs of diverse audiences through writing and speaking coherently and effectively, and develops the expression of ideas through written, oral and digital mediums.
    
2. Professionalism & Integrity: Demonstrates integrity, honesty, dependability and ethical responsibility and accepts direction and personal accountability.
    

Preferences:

Must be able to work for one year and must be eligible to work starting Spring 2024.
 

ALLOWED SCHOOL YEARS

All school years and graduation dates allowed
 

ALLOWED MAJORS

All majors allowed
 

Notices:

• If you have relatives employed at UCSD, you must include the name, relationship and department where employed in your resume and/or cover letter. This information is used only for the purposes of complying with the University's nepotism policy. 

• The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

For any questions, please contact Sarah Feteih, Food Security Programs Coordinator, at ssfeteih@ucsd.edu.

Students hired for this position will be paid $17.70 per hour to start.

Job Description:

Background on Basic Needs

UC San Diego has taken strategic action to ensure students have access to a variety of resources to meet their overall Basic Needs.  Basic Needs refers to the most essential resources required to thrive as a human being, which includes access to nutritious food, stable housing, and financial resources. The Hub Basic Needs Center is a new UC San Diego space that offers students the opportunity to engage in and link to Basic Needs resources. We are carrying out a charge of priorities set for Basic Needs security so that each UC San Diego student has the opportunity to focus on their academic excellence. We provide innovative connections for students from a collective of on campus program collaborations and off campus partnerships in the greater San Diego area.

Overview

Under the supervision of the Basic Needs Program Coordinator, the Basic Needs Marketing and Communications Assistant will provide a wide variety of student services and graphic design support to The Hub Basic Needs Center for all graphic design projects. Assist in managing The Hub Basic Needs Center online and print media marketing campaign efforts. Specifically interfacing with updating website and managing social media outlets content. Additionally, assist in providing back up reception services as needed. Actively participate in required training programs and attend scheduled meetings. 
 

Hours Per Week: 

12 hours (for 24'-25' Academic Year)
 

Job Location: 

Hybrid
 

Responsibilities:

• Create centralized protocol for all basic needs communication channels (listservs, e-newsletters, social media).
• Update timely content on UC San Diego Basic Needs Website and overall social media presence; implement/co-manage social media outlets with both campus-specific and state/national updates.
• Create event flyers and engaging social media content for events and/or services (examples, but not limited to, CalFresh, Cooking Demos, Financial Wellness, Food Recovery and Housing Resources)
• Communicate regularly with campus program partners and student staff teams at The Hub Basic Needs Center as well as Triton Food Pantry to update operational and/or workshop information on website.
• Perform appropriate position responsibilities remotely as needed/available.
• Maintain knowledge of students rights/responsibilities and established rules of confidentiality and student privacy.
• Must complete required training in: Safety, ServSafe Food Handler and FERPA
   

Qualifications:

• Strong interest in supporting food and social justice efforts within Basic Needs Services.
• Intermediate to advanced experience producing graphic design materials, with Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator, and Canva.
• Aptitude for creating and managing social media outlets (Facebook, Instagram, Snap Chat, etc.).
• Ability to engage and successfully connect with all levels of university administration, faculty, students and the public.
• Experience with or willingness to learn UCSD CMS website platform.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Strong writing and personal presentation skills.
• Must also be comfortable with self ­directed tasks as well as working with a team.
• Excellent time management, and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Experience using Google Calendar, Google Docs, Google Sheets.
   
• Must pay UC San Diego student services fees each quarter working 
• Please note a pre-employment background check is required for all student employment positions.
   

Competencies:

1. Digital Information Fluency: Demonstrates technological literacy and skills, and ethically and effectively uses technology to communicate, problem-solve and complete tasks.
    
2. Career Development: Accesses information and opportunities for career exploration, and understands and articulates the importance of transferable skills in the job search process.
    

 Desired Start Date: 

09/17/24
 

If you are available all three quarters (Fall, Winter and Spring) of the 2022/2023 academic year and would like to apply, please find our application on Handshake, which includes providing a resume and cover letter. Please email Basic Needs Programs Coordinator, Chelsea Richardson (circhardson@ucsd.edu) if you have any questions. 
 

Notices:

• If you have relatives employed at UCSD, you must include the name, relationship and department where employed in your resume and/or cover letter. This information is used only for the purposes of complying with the University's nepotism policy.
  
• The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Students hired for this position will be paid $17.05 per hour to start.

Job Description:

Basic Needs and Off-Campus Life Peer Educators, under the direction of the Off-Campus Housing Coordinator, will assist in enhancing virtual and/or in-person outreach and education for students, staff, and overall community at UC San Diego-- as well as Basic Needs and Off-Campus Life Peer Educator program efforts. The purpose of the program is to provide quarterly ongoing educational outreach on Basic Needs and Off-Campus living topics. Peer Educators will facilitate/co-facilitate workshops, and will assist in the training of future Peer Educators. This appointment will begin in the Fall and conclude in the Spring. Peer Educators will be evaluated during the appointment for the purpose of feedback on observed growth and learning.

Peer Educators will have the opportunity to develop the following leadership skills: workshop facilitation/co-facilitation and development, interpersonal communication, content development and delivery (virtual and/or in person), team collaboration, program development/assessment, conflict resolution, and an increased capability to educate on Basic Needs and Off-Campus Living services.
 

Hours Per Week: 

12-15 hrs. (It may be feasible for students to work remotely) 
 

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with The Hub Basic Needs Center and the Off Campus Housing Services Office in creating/delivering virtual and/or in-person workshops as needed on Food/Housing Insecurity, Off-Campus living, Financial Wellness, and related topics to various campus departments, the undergraduate colleges and student organizations.
• Assist The Basic Needs Hub and Off-Campus Housing Services Office in tabling/webinars for a variety of events covering Food/Housing Insecurity, Off-Campus Living, and Financial Wellness resources/programs.
• Attend all training and weekly virtual and/or in-person meetings.
• Support The Basic Needs Hub and the Off-Campus Housing Services Office outreach efforts in varying capacities: virtual and/or in-person workshops, webinars, presentations, student/staff/faculty training, outreach content development and delivery.
• Assist Basic Needs staff in coordinating special events for The Hub and Off-Campus Housing Services Offices.
• Support service delivery and development for the Off-Campus Housing Services Office and the Hub Basic Needs Center remotely as needed/available.
• Perform appropriate position responsibilities remotely as needed/available.
   

Qualifications:

• Strong interest in supporting food/housing and social justice efforts within UCSD Basic Needs Services.
• Presentation, webinar, and public speaking experience/skills preferred.
• Knowledge of transitioning from on-campus living to off-campus living.
• Must have strong verbal, virtual, and written communication.
• Ability to work in a diverse, inclusive team environment and independently.
• Must be detail oriented, organized, dependable.
• Demonstrate courtesy, professionalism, and leadership skills.
• Culturally competent skills in working with a diverse student population.
• Experience in planning/coordinating/delivering events and content development.
• Familiarity with campus wellness resources.
• Familiarity with word processing programs, Google Docs/Sheets/Slides, and PowerPoint.
• Must be available weekends and some evenings
• Must be available for up to 12 hrs a week.
• Familiarity with virtual meeting programs and content development preferred
   
• Must pay UC San Diego student services fees each quarter working
•  Please note a pre-employment background check is required for all student employment positions.
   

Desired Start Date: 

09/17/24
 

Competencies:

1. Teamwork & Cross-Cultural Collaboration: Works with and seeks involvement from people and entities with diverse experiences towards a common goal, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, respect and dignity for others.
    
2. Oral, Written, & Digital Communication: Conveys meaning and responds to needs of diverse audiences through writing and speaking coherently and effectively, and develops the expression of ideas through written, oral and digital mediums.
    

Notices:

• If you have relatives employed at UCSD, you must include the name, relationship and department where employed in your resume and/or cover letter. This information is used only for the purposes of complying with the University's nepotism policy. 
  
• The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Students hired for this position will be paid $17.70 per hour to start.

Job Description

UC San Diego Basic Needs is offering the unique opportunity for students to engage in campus and community food recovery to increase access to affordable food sources and support food security resources. The Food Recovery Network (FRN) is a service that supports the reduction of food waste and increases food security for students and community members in need. FRN recovers food that would have otherwise gone to waste from on- and off-campus food donors, such as the HDH Dining Halls, grocery stores, and community farmers’ markets, and distributes this recovered food to students and San Diego community members who are facing challenges with food security. FRN Drivers will report to the Food Security Programs Coordinator and serve three main roles:

1. Recover food from UCSD and community partners
2. Transport food following food safety protocols
3. Distribute recovered food through on campus distributions and community drop-offs.

FRN Drivers are required to learn and administer all services, policies, and procedures relevant to their duties within Student Affairs and Basic Needs initiatives. At all times, the FRN Drivers will be representing UCSD and Basic Needs as a community ambassador.
 

FRN Food Transportation Driver responsibilities include:

• Conduct direct food recovery by rescuing food from UCSD and community partners
• Maintain food safety standards at all times, including properly taking and recording food temperatures, filling food trays, weighing food, packing in coolers, and cleaning equipment.
• Maintain a variety of records, including but not limited to: time of arrival and departure at each stop, amount of food recovered and delivered, mileage, vehicle safety checks, gas usage, etc.
• Drive and operate commercial vehicle over a scheduled route, ensure safe transportation of UC San Diego students and FRN materials to and from various locations throughout San Diego County
• Care and maintenance of vehicles driven during their shift, including but not limited to, maintaining required fuel levels and inspecting vehicle throughout shift to monitor vehicle maintenance and needs for repairs.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of automotive equipment.
• Remain current and eligible to drive by all requirements set forth by the California DMV, UC San Diego and CSI-CS.
• Reach out to community and campus partners to build relationships, create routes, and expand the reach of the program.
• Conduct campus outreach through tabling events or collaborative meetings with campus partners
• Attend a weekly team meeting as part of weekly availability
• Other duties as specified.
   

Hours Per Week: 10 hrs/wk min.
 

Pay rate & Classification

Starting salary $17.70, STDT 4
 

Qualifications:

• Ability to lift and carry items and crates, weighing up to 25 pounds
• Punctuality and responsibility required.
• Demonstrate initiative and ability to complete tasks and projects.
• Demonstrate a commitment to community service.
• Demonstrate a commitment to addressing food security issues.
• Strong communication skills and keen attention to detail.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service (in person, by phone, or by email) in order to provide the best service possible.
• Ability to learn and uphold/enforce policy and manage conflict in a professional manner.
• Ability to problem solve effectively.
• Experience and involvement with at least one student service organization or food recovery program is strongly encouraged.
   
• Must pay UCSD Student Services Fees for each quarter working
• Please note a pre-employment background check is required for all student employment positions.
   

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Available to work a minimum of 10 hours per week with a commitment to work during the entire academic year( '24-'25), with opportunities to start work in Summer 2024.
• Possess a valid class C (regular) California driver's license.
• Have a minimum of two years of safe, U.S. licensed driving experience — no more than one point on relevant DMV record and no license suspensions or revocations, verified by DMV.
   

How to Apply:

**Students who are interested in the position must apply via Handshake and the Google form

1. Submit resume through Handshake
2. Fill out the Google Form at: https://forms.gle/ZezujJAbwNbkFhMAA
    

Competencies:

1. Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility: Participates in service/volunteer activities characterized by reciprocity, engages in critical reflection, and appropriately challenges unfair and unjust behavior to make a positive difference in the community.
    
2. Teamwork & Cross-Cultural Collaboration: Works with and seeks involvement from people and entities with diverse experiences towards a common goal, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, respect, and dignity for others.
    

Notices:

• The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
  
• If you have relatives employed at UCSD, you must include the name, relationship and department where employed in your resume and/or cover letter. This information is used only for the purposes of complying with the University's nepotism policy.