Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Senior Program Coordinator |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support |
| Department |
NJ Step |
| Overview |
The New Jersey Scholarship and Transformative Education (NJ-
STEP) Consortium is an association of higher educational institutions that work in partnership with NJ Department of Corrections and State Parole to provide comprehensive college degree programming for students while incarcerated and to assist in their transition to college life and further degree work upon release. Under the office of the Chancellor, NJ-
STEP serves a statewide population of people enrolled in college while in prison, on parole and post incarceration. NJ-
STEP operates at each Rutgers campus, in 5 separate prisons, and a variety of residential reentry programs and partner college campuses across the state. For further information, please visit
http://njstep.newark.rutgers.edu/
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| 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 Senior Program Coordinator. This position is located at the Newark campus and reports to the Director of Transitions. The Senior Program Coordinator will assist in all aspects of administering the assigned campus' Mountainview Community (consisting of formerly incarcerated college students).
This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:
- Manages all administrative tasks and program communications, as well as supervision of students workers and tracking all program data and generates reports.
- Works collaboratively with a multitude of university offices to expand services, program outcomes and better assist program participants.
- Facilitates recruiting efforts and has sole determination whether a student is qualified to join the Mountainview community.
- Responsible to liaise with other campus units including Enrollment Services such as Admissions, Financial Aid, etc.
- Responsible to accept and verify referrals, manage potential student inquiries and liaise with colleagues within NJ STEP and assigned campus, as well as, partner programs at Community Colleges.
- Plans, directly provides, or procures all support services for students such as course specific tutoring, academic advising and course selection support, drug and alcohol or personal counseling, academic coaching/study skills, campus employment, choosing a major/career, interviewing and job search skills, preparing personal statements and resumes, and managing aspects of reentry.
- Pre-semester registration checks; maintains up to date contact lists of all students; tracking of student progress, grades and accomplishments.
- Keeps program staff, volunteers and university administrators abreast of program developments and accomplishments.
- Coordinates and runs bi-annual Mountainview student meetings.
- Coordinates annual graduation ceremony; and maintains all program files and records.
- Exercises discretion in developing academic and non-academic success plans for program participants.
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Grade |
05 |
| Salary Details |
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| Minimum Salary |
68278.480 |
| Mid Range Salary |
84393.980 |
| Maximum Salary |
100509.480 |
| 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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
- 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
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. |
| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Working Hours (per week) |
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| Standard Hours |
37.50 |
| Daily Work Shift |
Day |
| Work Arrangement |
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. |
| Union Description |
URA-AFT Administrative |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
ABP |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of program design and execution, coordination, organization, facilitation, report analysis, writing, and promotion/outreach.
- Also requires a minimum of two years relevant experience in a program coordination or administrative function that includes coordination of work and management of people; good communication skills; and computer literacy.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Experience or familiarity with correctional settings.
- Mentoring, tutoring, advising or program coordination experience.
- Experience with at-risk populations.
- Preference may be given to candidates whose background is similar to the target population, or individuals with other experience or direct knowledge of the reentry process;
- Ability to provide field supervision to MSW placements (requires and MSW and SIFI certification) is preferred.
- A solid understanding of, and investment in, the mission of NJ-STEP, which assists previously and currently incarcerated individuals in earning college degrees would be greatly preferred.
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
- Must work some nights and weekends.
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| Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
25ST1763 |
| Posting Open Date |
08/22/2025 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-Newark |
| Home Location Campus |
Rutgers University-Newark |
| City |
Newark |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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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 |
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