The Division of Student Affairs is committed to developing the whole student by ensuring your life outside of the classroom complements your academic endeavors. This means providing enriching opportunities that affirm your experiences. Our efforts are guided by student learning outcomes within the following domains: • Civic & Community Engagement • Leadership Development • Diversity & Global Consciousness • Professional & Administrative Skills • Personal Responsibility The UCI campus is an exciting and dynamic place where you will engage in experiences that will be inspirational, life changing, and may also challenge your current thinking The University of California, Irvine FRESH Basic Needs Hub is a student-initiated center that promotes equitable access to basic needs through student empowerment, community collaboration, and institutional integration. Our aim is to shift cultural consciousness towards understanding the fulfillment of basic needs, which include food and housing security – a guaranteed right for every person. We are committed to making UCI a basic needs-secure campus. We understand that meeting the basic needs of our students greatly impacts their mental and physical health, academic performance, work productivity, and holistic success. FRESH offers emergency food and toiletries, connects students to critical on and off-campus resources, and provides educational opportunities for students to take personal responsibility for their wellness and the well-being of their communities. We are a home for all students, a collaborative space for innovative solutions, and an advocate for social justice and equity

Using professional student services theories and concepts, performs a limited range of duties and responsibilities within a Student Life program. Works independently to provide information and interpretation of clearly defined policies, procedures and regulations. Receives direction regarding more complex issues and / or program(s). Identifies individual student needs for programs and services and advises on appropriate programs and resources. Under the supervision of the Director of the FRESH Basic Needs Hub, the Basic Needs Coordinator has the functional responsibility for the coordination and implementation of student basic need direct resources and economic crisis alleviation services. Oversees the student client intake survey and connects and refers students to appropriate staff and services. The coordinator develops and maintains relationships with campus partners and serves as the main liaison between campus social workers and financial aid counselors to the FRESH Basic Needs Hub to provide comprehensive, cohesive services, information, and programs to UCI students in the area of basic needs security. The coordinator manages communications and logistics for the Economic Crisis Response Grant and the Emergency Housing Program and facilitates signature programs to provide immediate food, housing, and crisis resolution resources. The coordinator. Communicates and supports students facing financial crisis and homelessness and works with campus partners to offer immediate resources. The coordinator supervises student staff, interns, and volunteers. The coordinator provides support in planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs, trainings, and informational sessions in collaboration with campus and community partners, and makes recommendations for new and existing programs

Compensation Range:

$48,500 - $58,000

Department Website:

https://basicneeds.uci.edu/

Required:

Experience serving a diverse student’s population and providing basic needs resources

Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

Ability to multi-task, verbal communication, written communication and organization skills. Understanding of University rules and regulations. Effective interpersonal and communication skills to interact with a variety of staff, faculty, students, and off-campus vendors/agencies/community groups in a daily work environment Demonstrated ability to design and deliver basic needs support services and programs within a higher education environment Ability to effectively handle and complete several ongoing projects in a work environment characterized by frequent interruptions Experience working effectively with diverse student populations and communities Skills in service orientation, active listening, critical thinking. Knowledge of and commitment to diversity, social justice, and equity Ability to provide support, advocacy, crisis intervention and appropriate referral information, using discretion, confidentiality, and understanding of campus policy Interpersonal skills. Abilities in problem identification, reasoning. Skill in program organization, budget preparation, publicity, marketing and evaluation

Preferred:

Knowledge of University processes and procedures. Basic knowledge of advising and counseling techniques. Knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs.

Special Conditions Required:

May be required to work evening or weekend programs/events

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.