Position Details Advertising/Posting Title Basic Needs Coordinator Posting Summary The Basic Needs Coordinator focuses on capacity building for both on-campus and off-campus resources to point UVM students to essential needs — food, shelter, clothing, and healthcare. Lead and organize student volunteers to provide direct support to students for basic needs so that students can participate in the educational experience at UVM . Provide process guidance for students applying to 3SquaresVT ( SNAP ). Develop and facilitate workshops on basic needs topics and train volunteers. Through collaborations with campus organizations and community partners, create a network of support for students. Organize and share information about all resources for basic needs in ways that are easy for students to access and understand. By fostering a culture of support and empowerment, contribute to the overall well-being and success of students at UVM . Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) Bachelor’s degree in Community Social Work, Systems Development, Public Health, Community Development, Food Systems, or a related field. 1-3 years of engagement experience in higher ed, inclusive of undergraduate experience (RA, Student Government, etc.). Excellent written and oral communication skills. Desirable Qualifications Master’s degree in a related field as listed above. 3+ years’ experience in capacity building and volunteer recruitment and management. Relevant experience in student support services, community outreach, or program coordination, particularly in areas related to basic needs and food security, is highly desirable. Anticipated Pay Range $50,000-$65,000/annually Other Information Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, Background Check required for this position FLSA Exempt Union Position Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate) Posting Details Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice. Job Open Date 03/17/2025 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled No Position Information Position Title Student Life Professional Posting Number S5562PO Department Center for Health & Wellbeing/30450 Position Number 00027501 Employee FTE 1.0 Employee Term 12 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + Please specify here where applicable. Enter "NA" if not applicable. (Open Ended Question) + How did you hear about this employment opportunity? + Chronicle of Higher Education + HigherEdJobs + Inside Higher Ed + LinkedIn + Seven Days + UVM Employee (Please specify below) + UVM Employment Web Site + Vermont JobLink (Department of Labor) + Other (Please specify below) Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents + Resume + Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents