Career Readiness Coordinator

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Jan 03, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Career Readiness Coordinator
Posting Number	25TM0002
Department	Career Exploration and Success
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 Career Readiness Coordinator for Career Exploration and Success Department. Reporting to the associate director for internships and professional development, the program coordinator will support the administration and responsibilities of the Internships and Professional Development Team. This will include supporting career readiness initiatives for the Office of Career Exploration and Success by helping students to develop the career readiness competencies that employers seek, unpacking their co-curricular experiences, and making connections to the world-of-work through reflecting on these accumulated experiences. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Develops partnerships with campus experiential education providers (e.g., undergraduate research, study abroad, leadership, service learning, etc.) to help participating students make connections between their experiences and the world-of-work Works with the Industry & Student Connections Unit to plan SOREND (Student Organization Reception & Employer Networking Dinner), an event dedicated to connecting accomplished Rutgers student leaders with key Rutgers employers. Reviews student and employer applications for the Rutgers Internship and Co-op Course. Provides career advising to students navigating their personal career journey (i.e., discover themselves, explore career and academic pathways, develop skills and competencies, and pursue their goals). Oversees the program request system, recruiting CES colleagues to present and assisting with the planning and execution of in-person and virtual programs. This support may include but is not limited to, presenting career-related content in courses and student trainings/organization meetings, supporting high-impact and large-scale programming, and other "all-hands-on-deck" endeavors, as needed. Supports CES Career Fairs, RSSI interview processes/events, and major events. Participates in appropriate meetings, committees, and working groups.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week	20-40
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Nonexempt
Position Salary	$25/hour
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment	Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Up to two years relevant experience in an administrative function.
Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Qualifications	Previous presenting/public speaking experience. Experience with Qualtrics and Smartsheet. Working with student leaders on a college campus. It is preferred that the program coordinator work 30-40 hours a week, though candidates who need to work a lesser number of hours per week will be considered.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Good communication and interpersonal skills, and computer literacy. Attention to detail and clear communications skills. Comfort with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Open Date	01/02/2025
Posting Close Date	01/16/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
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 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.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement