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Career Management Specialist

Rutgers University

life insurance, employee discount

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Mar 12, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Career Management Specialist
Job Category	URA-AFT Administrative
Department	Student & Academic Services
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 Management Specialist for the School of Management and Labor Relations. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Provides supplemental corporation/union/government/public service specific counseling. Coordinates campus visits and information sessions by such organizations. Collects, organizes, and maintains data in Handshake. Advises individual students on specific areas of job/internship search focused in the areas related to Human Resource Management and Labor Studies and Employment Relations. Supports undergraduate students, graduate students, and alumni from the School of Management and Labor Relations (SMLR) programs.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	05
Salary Details
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 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	Part Time
Working Hours	30
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Union Description	URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 10 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Masters degree in Counseling or a field related to Human Resource Management or Labor Studies and Employment Relations.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Knowledge of Microsoft Office-Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong interpersonal and effective presentation skills. Experience with career management concepts, exceptional listening skills, HR/ Labor/Recruiting experience. Experience utilizing the "Handshake" system.
Preferred Qualifications	Knowledge of the career management process; how to engage in an effective job search campaign. Experience in Career Coaching. Knowledge of HR/Labor recruiting practices with special emphasis on government, non-profit, union relations.
Equipment Utilized	Personal computer with Microsoft Office; Photoshop, and a variety of university databases related to student services. Knowledge of Career Management platforms including Handshake.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Occasional night programs may run until 9 pm.
Special Conditions	The position will be located at the Janice Levin Building on Livingston Campus, but may require periodic visits to the Labor Education Center on the Cook/Douglass campus. This is a part-time position, 0.8 FTE (30 hours per week). Work hours are to be scheduled within during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, with hours extended to 9 pm for special events, scheduled by mutual agreement. Hours are subject to change. This is a 10 month position.

Posting Details

Posting Number	26ST0417
Posting Open Date	03/12/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Livingston (RU-New Brunswick)
City	Piscataway
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.

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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement