Rutgers University

Recruitment/Posting Title Senior Program Coordinator (Pesticide Safety Education Program)

Job Category URA-AFT Administrative

Department Entomology

Overview

The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer 21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, agriculture and food systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences, ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography, environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology, and environmental economics.

In addition to instruction in the classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term study abroad. Students also have access to a robust program of applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and marine stations throughout the state.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Senior Program Coordinator (Pesticide Safety Education Program) for the Department of Entomology within the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences.

The New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES) is an integral component of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The experiment station provides a diverse range of research, extension, and education programs that serve the people of New Jersey and the urban, suburban, and rural communities in which they live. Through its Cooperative Extension offices in all 21 New Jersey counties, dedicated 4-H agents, Extension specialists, Family & Community Health Sciences educators, and Agriculture and Natural Resources agents work to serve New Jersey residents in every area of the state.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Manages the New Jersey Pesticide Safety Education Program by providing pesticide and regulatory information to a variety of audiences, including farmers, landscapers, pest management professionals, and master gardeners and the public.
• Develops, delivers, and distributes PowerPoint presentations, NJAES factsheets and bulletins, training manuals and websites under the auspices of the Rutgers Pest Management Office website.
• Creates material on pesticide safety and regulations for grower production recommendation guides.

FLSA Exempt

Grade 05

Salary Details $68,278.480 - $75,106.32

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 37.5

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Minimum Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in education, public health, entomology, agricultural sciences, or a related field.

Certifications/Licenses

• A valid driver’s license would be required for this position.
• NJDEP Commercial Pesticide Applicators License for Category 1A or the application of said license shortly after employment.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong oral, written, and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with pesticides, toxicology, and agriculture.

Equipment Utilized

• Computers and knowledge of MS Office software, website development software and online training platforms.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to field questions on a variety of questions regarding pesticides and their regulation from a diverse group of stakeholders on a daily, weekly or monthly basis.

Special Conditions

• Clean Driving Record.

Posting Number 26ST0391

Posting Open Date 03/09/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus Cook (RU-New Brunswick)

City New Brunswick

State NJ

Location Details

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