Coordinator of Center

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Proposed Start Date

Proposed Start Date 04/01/2026

Classification Title

Classification Title Advising and Student Services

Rank

Rank N - No Rank

Working Title

Working Title Coordinator of Basic Needs Center

Department

Department 330011 - OSA Dean of Students Office

Position Number

Position Number D90882

Representation

Representation AU - AAUP

Renewable

Renewable Renewable

End date, if applicable

End date, if applicable 07/31/2027

Position FTE

Position FTE 1.0

Tenure Status N - not applicable

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept

Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action.

More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree‑lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state‑of‑the‑art science labs. We are proud of our world‑class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

Situated within the Division of Student Affairs, the Coordinator of the Basic Needs Hub serves as a primary point of contact for PSU students facing housing insecurity, food insecurity, and other basic needs barriers. This position utilizes a trauma‑informed lens and an equity‑based framework to help students access essential resources that increase persistence and success.

The Coordinator is responsible for providing direct services, specifically assisting students in determining eligibility for and applying to federal, state, and local benefits programs. Beyond direct service, the Coordinator plays a critical role in the strategic development of the Basic Needs Hub by developing internal feedback processes, coordinating with the statewide Basic Needs Oregon consortium, and managing rigorous data tracking for state reporting.

The Navigator also coordinates culturally specific resources and builds relationships with community stakeholders to ensure support is accessible to all students.

Due to the direct service support nature of this position, all work is done on campus with no remote work option.

This position is grant funded until July 31, 2027 with the possibility for renewal.

In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers:

• Two years of experience providing direct service or advising to low‑income populations full‑time OR four years of internship, part‑time, graduate, or volunteer work with this population.
• Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
• Knowledge of social and cultural systems influencing poverty and/or homelessness.
• Experience with crisis management and helping others problem‑solve to move past structural and systemic barriers.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with strong organization and record‑keeping abilities

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Student Affairs, or a related field.
• Experience providing state and federal social support service referrals.
• Experience assisting students with federal financial aid programs, FAFSA , student loan systems, or scholarships.
• Experience successfully assisting low‑income individuals with SNAP , TANF , WIC , or other social safety‑net programs.
• Demonstrated experience providing services to a diverse population.
• supporting, teaching, or working with college students.
• Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
• Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
• Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for…