About this role
This job is only available to students who qualify for Work-Study. If you are unsure whether you have been awarded Work-Study, please contact the Financial Aid office at finaid@union.edu. The Union Food Organization (UFO) Associate will support the coordination and execution of Union College’s food recovery and donation initiative. This program aims to safely collect surplus food from Reamer Dining and redistribute it to local community partners, addressing food insecurity in our local community. The position offers students the opportunity to engage in sustainability and community service work while developing organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Department: Sustainability Location: Facilities Services & Reamer Dining Supervisor: Sustainability Manager Hours/Shifts Available: 10hr/week Rate of Pay: $9.70/hr Number of Positions available: 3
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
• Collaborate with Dining Services, the Office of Sustainability, and community partners to coordinate food recovery efforts.
• Safely collect, label, and store leftover food according to campus and health safety guidelines.
• Log donation quantities and delivery details for reporting and compliance.
• Assist with scheduling and training other student workers or volunteers involved in the food donation process.
• Communicate with local organizations and ensure delivery or pick-up of donations.
• Create promotional materials (flyers, social media posts, etc.) to raise awareness about the food recovery initiative.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with program evaluation and data collection.
• Perform other related duties as needed to support the success of the food donation mission.
Qualifications:
• Reliable, responsible, and organized
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Comfortable working in dining settings and following food safety procedures
• Passion for sustainability, community engagement, or food justice
• Familiarity with Excel or Google Sheets for data tracking preferred
Location: Schenectady, NY
E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).