Director, Nutrition & Food Pantry Operations

Rutgers University

life insurance, employee discount

United States, New Jersey, Newark

Oct 23, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Director, Nutrition & Food Pantry Operations
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Student Affairs and Services
Department	Student Affairs - Nwk
Overview	pantryRUN at Rutgers University-Newark works to ensure every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential without food insecurity being a barrier to success. We are committed to addressing food insecurity holistically through a variety of programs and services, including our food pantry. We envision a culture of health equity, food security, and wellbeing at RU-N.
Posting Summary	Rutgers University- Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking a Director, Nutrition & Food Pantry Operations. The Director is responsible for assessing the nutritional needs and assets of the student RU-N community. With direct connection to college health and wellness, this position will provide leadership and management for the food pantry, increases awareness of food insecurity and basic needs across the campus and provide direct/indirect nutrition education to students. The Director's responsibilities include and are not limited to the following: Develops and controls the pantry budget Manages the hiring, supervising and guiding of student employees and volunteers Increases access to funding for health and fresh foods through partnerships, fundraising campaigns, and grants Works in collaboration with internal and external organizations to benefit the pantry Works with funders, campus partners, and grants office to find funding opportunities and complete grant applications Serves on University and local boards and councils to maintain up-to-date information on food security, and to serve as a thought leader Manages inventory Provides nutrition education to students across the campus through community events and through clinical referrals from Health Services and Counseling Center clinicians Represents the Health & Wellness unit across the University campuses to students and the broader community Creates and disseminates information regarding nutrition services throughout the University community and must respond to and advocate for diverse student needs and build support and collaboration within the University community Implements and maintains technology solutions to increase access to food literacy
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	07
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	94492.000
Mid Range Salary	119604.000
Maximum Salary	144715.000
Offer Information	The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits	Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Union Description	Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Requires Master's Degree in Nutrition, Public Health or related fields Minimum 7 years of experience in clinical and public health settings Minimum of 2 years of experience with food insecurity issues and programs
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	The position requires independent, individual nutritional counseling with students and therefore must be a registered dietitian
Preferred Qualifications	Experience in college health setting Experience securing external funds and grants Strong interpersonal skills. Excellent writing, verbal skills and presentation skills Ability to prepare informative reports Ability to work in collaboration with various internal and external organizations High degree of self motivation and ability to work independently Keeps up with current literature and studies on food insecurity and nutrition
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	May need to work late nights or weekends for specific programs and campus initiatives at the request of the supervisor or Student Affairs leadership
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST2181
Posting Open Date	10/23/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

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