The Knights Table Food Pantry, overseen by the Office of Student Development and Leadership (OSDL) at Queens College is dedicated to the success of all our students in our CUNY system. Our mission is to assist and empower all Queens College/CUNY students by providing members of our community here at Queens College and in other CUNY schools with essential and basic needs at no cost.

Volunteer responsibilities:

• Support the mission of the pantry.
• Participate in an Orientation Zoom Meeting before their first shift.
• Be familiar with the volunteer handbook and the pantry policies and procedures.
• Be punctual, dependable, and reliable.
• Protect the confidentiality of pantry clients.
• Greet all pantry clients and ensure they have a positive experience.
• Keep track of appointments on the Setmore App.
• Assemble and distribute food bags for pantry clients.
• Organize the food items and perform inventory.
• Ensure the food pantry area/cage room is clean and clear of clutter.
• Be aware of other resources and organizations available for pantry clients
• Effectively address pantry clients questions, and problem solve as needed.
• Give the pantry supervisor at least 24 hours notice if you cannot make your shift.
• Responsible for the proper storage of food products in a safe and secure manner.
• Maintain all shelves organized, clean, well-stocked, and properly rotated (FIFO).
• Help with the pantry activities on campus such as Harvest Fest

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If you have work study and are looking for a paid leadership position, The Office For Student Development and Leadership student worker position is for you! Be sure to confirm with the Federal Work-Study (FWS) Office if you have or are eligible for work study first! If you are approved for work study let the FWS Office know that OSDL is where you would like to be placed for an interview.

The Office of Student Development and Leadership is hiring hardworking and personable student employees to support our mission of helping students learn, connect with others and grow. Student employees will assist in a variety of office and customer service tasks such as answering the phone, greeting and assisting customers, making copies, filing, data entry, and other duties as assigned. 

Orientation/ Welcome Day Leader 

Orientation/ Welcome Leaders serve as key pieces of our Orientation & Welcome Day program.  They serve as mentors to support and encourage our newest Knights.  Through individual and group interaction, they will be a knowledgeable guide, a thoughtful facilitator who provides access to campus individuals and resources, a role model and advocate for their mentees. Leaders are expected to work both individually and collaboratively to help first-year students experience a smooth, positive transition to Queens College from high school and assist in the creation of an inclusive and engaged community.  This position is one of the highest forms of Leadership at QC and will help you develop transferable life skills. 

Roles and Responsibilities of an Orientation/Welcome Day Leader 

• Attend Orientation/Welcome Day Leader Training during the summer. 
• Send a series of digital communications (WhatsApp) to your mentees after their session to remind they of upcoming events. Follow up with individual mentees when necessary
• Provide pivotal support and lead icebreakers throughout Orientation and Welcome Day. 
• Serve as a positive social and academic role model. 

• Communicate academic and social opportunities to your mentees 
• Build relationships with incoming first-year students to support their transition to Queens College. 
• Provide campus tours. 
• Assist professional staff with tasks when needed during Orientation and Welcome Day. 
• Other duties as assigned. 
   

To be considered, students must meet the following criteria: 

• Must be a full-time, undergraduate student.  
• Excellent leadership potential and experience. 
• Good academic standing, with a minimum grade point average of 2.0. 
• Good judicial standing with no current judicial sanctions. 

• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills as emails will go out regularly through the OSDL Office and candidates must check their email regularly. 
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of team members, students, staff and parents. 
• The desire to learn about all aspects of QC life, from cocurricular activities, academic studies to policy and procedures. 
• Demonstrates a record of flexibility, responsibility, and willingness to assist others. 

Interested in applying?  Click here to fill out the interest form to stay informed about upcoming group process and interview dates held in the Spring.

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