Food Pantry Clothing Closet Attendant (FWS)

Student Support and Advocacy is seeking Clothing Closet Attendants, who will support the operations of The New School Clothing Closet. The position is open to New School students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award as part of their financial aid package for the academic year 2026-2027.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Organize and display clothing, take inventory, check-out reservable supplies, and oversee in person use of the closet.
• Administer clothing closet sign in process to ensure accurate data reporting of student usage of the closet resources.
• Support clothing closet outreach which may include creation of signage, digital marketing, flier distribution, tabling, and creation of social media messaging, including promotion of sustainable efforts.
• Assist with the creation of a community support strategy including clothing drives and creative ways to engage campus support of the clothing closet. 
• Liaise with students, staff and faculty as a student ambassador of the clothing closet.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Clothing Closet Attendants must be available to work for a minimum of 8 hours per week.
  • Operational hours will be determined based upon the schedule and availability of the Food Pantry Assistants.
• A strong work ethic, the ability to take initiative, work independently, communicate clearly and meet deadlines.
• Must be organized and able to interact with students, staff, and faculty of diverse backgrounds.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, Google sheets, and Google docs.
• Must be able to lift boxes weighing up to 35 lbs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Interest in basic needs access, well-being, and sustainability
• Familiarity with issues specific to university students
• A respect for diversity and an open mind

WORK MODE

On-Campus Position - Employees in this position are expected to work on-campus during regularly scheduled work hours due to the nature of the work being that which is not feasible, or not in the best interest of the organization, to be performed remotely. #LI-DNI

SALARY RANGE

$17-18/hr commensurate with experience

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities:

Clothing Closet Attendants will support the operations of The New School Clothing Closet.