Mustang Market- Graduate Assistant

Educational Objectives:

-Support a collective health approach for University students by providing food access to students in need. Research and planning with the Hunger Task Force Advisory Council to create initiatives and objectives to better support the campus community. Planning and execution of events to increase outreach and visibility of the Market. Promote dignified student basic needs support.

 

Salary & Appointment:

-Position appointed on an annual basis for August-May. Annual stipend of $8,000 paid on a bi-weekly basis and a tuition waiver for SMSU graduate classes.

 

Qualifications:

-Experience working with diverse populations. Organized, articulate and team player. Good oral and written communication skills.

 

Responsibilities:

-Assist with inventory, stocking, ordering, and general operations of the Mustang Market. Co-chair the Hunger Task Force Advisory Council. Plan and execute hunger awareness events. Work the Market on distribution days. Assist in coordination of volunteers. Assist in managing appointments.

 

Clientele:

-SMSU students facing food insecurity

 

Supervision:

-Joyce Tofte

-GA will assist supervising Mustang Market Volunteers . GA will co-chair the Hunger Task Force Advisory Council.

 

Application information:

Send letter of application, resume, unofficial transcript(s) and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references.

 

Apply to:

Joyce Tofte

Violence Prevention and Education Coordinator

1501 State Street FH 117

Southwest Minnesota State University

 

University/Community:

Southwest Minnesota State University is one of seven universities in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. SMSU gives highest priority to excellence in teaching and preparing students to be lifelong learners through quality undergraduate teaching/advising and close student/faculty relationships. Its mission, dating back to 1967, provides access to university-level programs in liberal arts & professional studies. The University has a special commitment to the educational needs of the people in its service region reflected through its curricula, cultural programs, diversity of staff and students, cooperative relationships with the public and private sectors, and regional institutions. The 216-acre campus encompasses 24 modern, interconnected, and accessible buildings. Marshall (pop. 13,000) is the hub of a rich agricultural area and offers a variety of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities.