Student Counselor

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Student Counselor
Job Category	URA-AFT Administrative
Department	Off-Campus Centers
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, seeks a Student Counselor for the Division of Continuing Studies. The position reports to the Assistant Director of Off-Campus Programs housed at Brookdale Community College.  Among the key duties of the position are the following: Assists with coordinating enrollment, retention, and student success policies and procedures for students from all regional Rutgers universities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, testing, orientation, registration, retention, academic progress, and graduation certification.  Conducts outreach efforts with the staff of our community college partners and is actively engaged in social media channels.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	05
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	63518.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	79089.000
Annual Maximum Salary	94659.000
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 and minimum of two years of experience advising students in a higher education setting required.
Certifications/Licenses	Use of personal vehicle to travel for business demands; a valid driver’s license is required for this position as well as a clean driving record.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Must have knowledge and understanding of diverse undergraduate student populations’ needs and challenges. Must have strong organizational skills, strong communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, strong skill set with technology, willingness to travel and creative decision-making skills. Ability to work independently and/or with minimal supervision a must.
Preferred Qualifications	Master’s degree preferred but not required. Three years of experience advising students in a higher education setting. Experience with Adobe Products, Canva, Salesforce CRM preferred.
Equipment Utilized	Basic understanding of computer operations, MS Office Suite and facility with standard web applications. Experience with social media applications (Facebook, Instagram etc.) required.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Fast paced, deadline-driven, confidential, team environment with requirement to skillfully and professional handle multiple shifting priorities, interacting successfully with a wide variety of individuals at all levels of the university community. Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs.
Special Conditions	Works one day per week at the Rutgers office at Mercer County Community College.

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST0773
Posting Open Date	04/10/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Off Campus
City	Freehold
State	NJ
Location Details

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