Coordinator, Panther’s Pantry

PANTHER'S PANTRY COORDINATOR

Student Success

Student Wellness

The Student Wellness is experiencing exciting growth, and we are thrilled that you are considering joining our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission of excellence. Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We are committed to hiring exceptional individuals because it strengthens our team and enhances our ability to succeed.

The Student Wellness is seeking a Panther's Pantry Coordinator to join the already awesome team, taking the department to the next level of excellence!

WHAT MAKES THE DEPARTMENT NAME A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
  
  
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively.
  
  
• Professional development opportunities and mentorship
  
  
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
  
  

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Panther's Pantry Coordinator is responsible for leading and managing the daily operations, outreach, and strategic development of Georgia State University's Panther's Pantry—an essential resource providing food and hygiene products to students in need. This role ensures equitable access to resources across GSU's multiple campuses and plays a critical part in reducing food insecurity and supporting student wellbeing. The coordinator will supervise part-time staff and volunteers, manage inventory, develop programming, and cultivate partnerships to strengthen the pantry's impact. Work Schedule: Primarily Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:15 p.m. Some evenings or weekends may be required for special events or outreach.

Essential Functions

• Oversee daily pantry operations across Atlanta and Perimeter campuses; coordinate 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 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.
  
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and one year of related experience, or a combination of education and related experience.
  
  

Preferred Hiring Requirements:

• Master's degree in a related field
• Experience working in a college/university setting
• Familiarity with food insecurity and student basic needs services
• ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
• Valid driver's license for intercampus transportation of pantry items
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with all populations