Eof Counselor

Salary: $42,500.00 Annually
Location : NJ 08080, NJ
Job Type: Full Time Staff
Job Number: P99639
Department: 60010- President's Office
Division: 54000 - EOF
Opening Date: 11/29/2023
Bargaining Unit: GC NJEA Faculty (12 Month)
Description
The EOF Counselor is responsible for the recruitment, career exploration, organization enrollment, promotion, and referral of economically and educationally disadvantaged students. The EOF Counselor will also serves as an advisor to a caseload of EOF students throughout the academic year and coordinates the annual Summer Institute program.
Examples of Duties

1. Maintains a database of all prospective, accepted, and ineligible EOF students.
2. Assists with the overall recruitment process that includes but is not limited to: acceptance/denial letters, preliminary acceptance letters, and frequent communication with students and parents to actively complete EOF files.
3. Responsible for the advisement and counseling of eligible EOF students assigned and maintains a database of each student interaction.
4. Attends state conferences and various professional development initiatives annually.
5. Responsible for annual special projects, as assigned, that align with the program's goals and objectives.
6. Coordinates the annual Summer Institute program under the direction of the Assistant Director.
7. Develops and implements procedures and tools to assist students through topics including, but not limited to: career exploration, interviewing, resume and cover letter writing, finding employment and internship opportunities, and other career-specific goals.
8. Reviews EOF regulations annually and attends webinars/seminars pertaining to EOF eligibility updates.
9. Responsible for recommending new students for funding and summer institute.
10. Maintains an on-going rapport with EOF summer institute students and caseload.
11. Plans and maintains an on-going recruitment schedule designed to inform, attract, and recruit new economically disadvantaged students in the community and on campus; including but not limited to: RCSJ Recruitment Initiatives, Open House, community events and on-site high school visitations/registration activities.
12. Analyzes all recruitment efforts, revises existing strategies annually, and makes recommendations for future strategies.
13. Maintains communication and collaborates with various Student Services departments, Athletics, University Center, and other college departments to recruit potential EOF students.
14. Assists with the development of new EOF initiatives.
15. Responsible for assisting perspective students in acquiring needed verification of financial eligibility for EOF.
16. Responsible for assisting EOF students with advisement, registration, and the applying for financial aid/EOF.
17. Collaborates with the financial aid department to complete student files.
18. Assists with the EOF annual report, summer institute, and EOF group meetings.
19. Performs other duties, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, Higher ed, or related field required.
• Experience in student advisement, registration, and knowledge of Financial aid in a Community College setting.
• Knowledge of the mission and intent of the EOF program.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access required.
• Ability to conduct small and large group meetings and workshops
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with varied hours to meet department and College needs
• Possesses the ability to work well and communicate effectively with prospective and current students, staff, faculty, administration, and colleagues and community partners
• Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff and a commitment to a student-centered environment

If certain conditions exist, this position requires you to have access to personal technological equipment and capabilities to perform your duties.
Supplemental Information
COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at Rowan College of South Jersey. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the College. For more information about RCSJ's vaccine requirements, visit the RCSJ Coronavirus Updates website for the latest information.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical activity of the position:

• Standing
• Walking
• Talking
• Hearing
• Repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers such as picking, pinching, typing

Physical requirements of the position:

• Light work- exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 pounds of force frequently

Visual acuity requirements of the position:

• The worker is required to have close visual acuity

Workplace conditions of the position:

• The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Women and Minorities Encouraged to Apply
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.
All full time staff employees earn sick, vacation and personal time off. The College also offers 14 calendar holidays.
Pension Benefits:
Participation in the New Jersey State Pension System is a requirement of employment. This position requires enrollment in the Alternate Benefit Plan (ABP). ABP is a defined contribution plan that offers substantial opportunities for long term tax-deferred investment. Six investment carriers are authorized to provide investment options and service under ABP. Under this plan, employees contribute 5% of their base salary with an 8% employer match. For more information visit:
Health Benefits:
Medical: RCSJ offers its employees several health insurance options through the NJ State Health Benefit Program as a local education employer. All employees are required to contribute to the cost of their health benefits under Chapter 78, P.L. 2011.
Dental: The College offers dental insurance through Delta Dental with four plan options (base plan is free to employees).
Group Life Insurance:
Life Insurance is underwritten by the Prudential Insurance Company of America, Inc., and is provided as a result of pension membership. There is no cost to the member for this coverage. The State Treasurer is the official policyholder for all the Noncontributory Group Life Insurance, which is issued as Policy Number G-14800.
Flexible Spending Accounts:
The flexible spending program allows you to deduct pre-tax dollars which can be used for co-pays, deductibles, dental, vision, and dependent day care. The medical limit is $2,650 per year, and the dependent care limit is $5,000 per year.
Tuition Reimbursement/Waiver- RCSJ offers tuition reimbursement for up to 12 credits per fiscal year. The College also offer a tuition waiver for RCSJ courses for employees and eligible dependents.
Employee Assistance Program:
RCSJ offers its employees an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). This is a free and completely confidential service available to help employees manage issues in their work and personal lives. EAP counselors provide assessment, support, and if needed referrals to additional services. The issues for which EAP provides support vary, but examples include:

• Substance abuse
• Safe working environment
• Emotional distress
• Major life events, including births, accidents, and deaths
• Health care concerns
• Financial or legal concerns
• Family/personal relationship issues
• Work relationship issues
• Concerns about aging parents

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Please state your highest level of education and degree, if applicable.
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Please describe your professional experience, including number of years, advising in higher education or a similar environment.
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How would you rate your experience with Microsoft Office Products?

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

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Please describe your experience with conducting small and large group meetings and workshops.
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Are you available to work a flexible schedule with variable hours, including both evenings and weekends?

• Yes
• No

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