Program Coordinator I

Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
PROGRAM COORDINATOR I
Job Category
Staff & Executive - Project/Program Management/Planning
Department
Rutgers Future Scholars
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Program Coordinator I for the Rutgers Future Scholars (RFS) Program Camden. The position reports directly to the Camden Sr. Program Administrator with Program oversite by Director of Education Partnerships and program oversight of RFS Director at Rutgers University.
The Rutgers Future Scholars (RFS) Program is a 5-year pre-college program (K-12) for talented, low-income, first-generation college-bound youth from Rutgers University's five host cities: Camden, New Brunswick, Newark, Piscataway, and Rahway. The goal of the RFS Program is to increase the number of youth from under-resourced backgrounds who complete high school and attend college. Scholars who successfully complete the program, and receive admission into Rutgers University receive a full-tuition scholarship (after all federal and state grant aid) funded through a range of grants and donations.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Implements efforts and services related to mentoring, academic programming, and summer enrichment on the Camden Campus utilizing the RFS Framework: identity formation, self-empowerment, and civic engagement.
• Develops mentoring curricula for high school program participants and serving as the point of contact for administrators at mentoring sites.
• Creates pathways to enlist additional mentoring sites.
• Builds and sustains community partnerships within Camden City to support RFS-related initiatives and recruitment efforts in collaboration with Senior Program Administrator and Director of Education Partnerships.
• Maintains accurate program data, reporting and operations information.
• Supervises and assists with the hiring of part time staff responsible for supporting programming for 250 middle and high school students yearly.
• Provides overall program management, in collaboration with Sr. Program Manager and Program Coordinator ,including planning and development, assessment, reporting and some fundraising efforts for to the university-wide Rutgers Future Scholars Program.

Position Status
Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA
Nonexempt
Grade
04
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary
55416.000
Annual Mid Range Salary
68958.000
Annual Maximum Salary
82500.000
Standard Hours
37.50
Union Description
URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility
ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferably in human/youth development, sociology, social work, public policy, science, math, or related technical fields or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Two years of relevant experience.

Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of program coordination, organization, facilitation, report analysis, writing, and promotion/outreach.
• Good communication skills and computer literacy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluency in other languages other than English (Spanish) helpful.
• Knowledge and experience working within the community of Camden.

Equipment Utilized

• Familiarity with current software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite including, Word, Excel, Powerpoint.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Hours of availability will vary.
• Must be willing to work in fast paced environment and diverse students, families and work colleagues.
• Will require evenings and weekend hours.

Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Number
24ST0246
Posting Open Date
02/09/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Rutgers University-Camden
Home Location Campus
Rutgers University-Camden
City
Camden
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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