Program Coordinator I

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Program Coordinator I Job Category URA-AFT Administrative Department Admissions Undergrad-Grad-Cmd Overview

Ranked #49 in U.S. News & World Report's list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University-Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members.

Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees.

Rutgers-Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University-Camden among its "Best Bang for the Buck" universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers-Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.

Posting Summary

Under the direction of the Assistant Director for Admissions, the Program Coordinator I serves as the lead admissions representative for applicants to Rutgers University-Camden. This individual recruits students to the traditional on-campus programs at Rutgers-Camden . The Program Coordinator I reviews applications for both First Year and Transfer and performs credit evaluations for students who are offered admission. Provides direct support to students through the application review and enrollment process.

The Program Coordinator I works closely with Rutgers

• Camden staff in guiding prospective students seeking to attend Rutgers-Camden. This individual is responsible for staying abreast of admissions criteria, curriculum, policies, and procedures as well as support services and resources at both Rutgers-Camden and transfer institutions.
  
  The Program Coordinator I is responsible for developing and implementing recruitment initiatives in all assigned territories. Recruitment efforts include but are not limited to information sessions, open houses, class visits, application workshops, and instant decision days.

As a Rutgers-Camden Admissions representative, the Program Coordinator I is responsible for coordinating and scheduling their own student appointments, credit evaluations, recruitment, yield events, communication, and outreach to students. This person will collect prospective student data and be responsible for the maintenance of student application records. This individual will demonstrate a high degree of professionalism, provide high quality customer service and integrate admissions best practices to support enrollment goals.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week 37.5 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024.

Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.

FLSA Nonexempt Grade 04 Position Salary Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, within university policy and salary schedules, as well as departmental budgets. 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

Must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience plus 2 years of significant experience.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Successful candidates must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience plus 2 years of significant experience, demonstrating solid judgment, organizational, planning, coordination, time management, multi- tasking and communication skills. Individual will be self-motivated and innovative with the ability to handle considerable and varied responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

The individual must demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively and represent the university knowledgeably, articulately, and enthusiastically with an effective professional demeanor. Automobile drivers license required. Should have strong computer literacy.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous Experience working with students in a higher education setting is highly desirable.

Experience working with underserved populations and first-generation students.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

Candidate must be able to lift 30lbs. Candidate also have an Automobile driver license

for recruitment travel.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST0852 Posting Open Date 04/20/2024 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 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

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have experience working with underserved populations?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have experience working with first-generation students?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Other Document

• List of Professional References (contact Info)

• Other Documents (7)

• Other Documents (5)