Recruitment/Posting Title Program Coordinator I
Job Category URA-AFT Administrative
Department Residence Life
Overview
Residence Life consists of 65 full-time staff members, 28 graduate staff students, 308 undergraduate residential staff, and over 100 student workers which serve a Residence Life program of about 16,000 students, plus 3,200 conference guests and over 8,000 new student orientation attendees each summer.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Program Coordinator I for Residence Life.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Assists with synchronizing services and processes across the department of Residence Life.
- Organizes, administers, and coordinates multiple facets of Residence Life strategic projects.
- Handles the planning, preparation, evaluation, and monitoring of communications, events, records, statistics, reports, and documents.
- Provides operational support using various computer applications for organization and project management.
- Assists with several large strategic projects.
- Plans for all major residence hall move-in operations, break, and closing events
- Handles Summer conference services
- Handles Staff apartment oversight
- Handles department asset management
- Assists with building partnerships across the University with key stakeholders including New Student Orientation and Transition Programs, RUPD/Security, Dining Services, Parking and Institutional Planning and Operations units such as Housing Facilities and Grounds.
- Assists with the recruitment and hiring of summer conference seasonal student workers.
- Works closely with various student groups to facilitate the major “Move-In Team” initiative to support the August move-in program.
- Develops processes, evaluates program effectiveness, and identities recruitment opportunities and resources.
- Promotes consistency and understanding of the Residence Life mission, values, and vision.
FLSA Nonexempt
Grade 04
Salary Details
Minimum Salary 59893.480
Mid Range Salary 73909.480
Maximum Salary 87925.480
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 Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours 37.50
Daily Work Shift
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
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of coordination, organization, facilitation, report analysis, writing, and promotion/outreach.
- Two (2) years of relevant experience in program coordination or administrative function.
Certifications/Licenses
- A valid driver’s license would be required for this position.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Good communication skills, and computer literacy.
- Valid driver’s license and a minimum of two years of driving experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of residence life and housing operations, with a strong focus on customer service and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.
Equipment Utilized
- Software Programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Qualtrics, StarRez, RS2 Identity & Access Management, Iris Coordinator/Registration, DocuSign.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Light physical activity, including moving materials, assembling basic equipment or furniture, and lifting items weighing up to 30 pounds.
Special Conditions
- Ability to work evening and weekend hours periodically throughout the year, especially from May through August.
- Clean Driving Record.
Posting Number 26ST0453
Posting Open Date 03/17/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City Piscataway
State NJ
Location Details
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