Basic Needs Coordinator / Student Services Assistant II

  • East Lansing, Michigan, United States
  • Hpeaa Health Promotion And Engagement 40001376
  • Area of Interest: Student Services/Student Affairs
  • Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%)
  • Group: Administrative Professionals- AP
  • Union/Non-Union: Union

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  • Support Staff
  • Opening on: Aug 6 2025
  • Closing at: Aug 19 2025 - 23:55 EDT
  • 12
  • Salary Commensurate with Experience
  • University Health And Wellbeing
  • 1062121
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Working/Functional Title

Basic Needs Coordinator

Position Summary

The Basic Needs Coordinator serves as the lead for MSU’s basic needs support services and oversees operations at the MSU Union Self-Shop site. This position supervises student staff, coordinates site logistics, and ensures a welcoming environment while also managing the site’s software system, supporting budget oversight, and leading grant-writing efforts to sustain and expand programming. 

The coordinator develops outreach and education initiatives to connect students with food, housing, transportation, public benefits, and other basic needs resources on campus and in the community. This position also builds and maintains partnerships with campus and community stakeholders, contributing to strategic initiatives within University Health and Wellbeing. 

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing one or two years of post-bachelor degree work, such as a master’s in social work, public health, student affairs, nonprofit management, or a related field; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in student services, outreach, or basic needs coordination;; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  

Desired Qualifications

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and public speaking skills. 

  • Demonstrated ability to lead grant writing and budget-related activities. 

  • Commitment to trauma-informed, compassionate practices. 

  • Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team. 

  • Experience designing and facilitating training programs. 

  • Passion for advancing equitable access to food and basic needs resources. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Applicants should submit:

  • Resume
  • Cover letter

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Website

https://uhw.msu.edu/

Bidding eligibility ends August 12, 2025, 11:55 PM

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