Senior Program Coordinator

Job Overview Rutgers University – Newark, an urban public research anchor institution, is seeking a Senior Program Coordinator under the direction of the Senior Director of Development. The position independently manages development, alumni engagement, and alumni communications programs for Rutgers Law School, including planning alumni reunions, overseeing marketing and communication strategies, maintaining the RLaw Connect (Hivebrite) platform, and administering alumni and donor data systems such as Salesforce, Tableau, and Cvent. Responsibilities Research, retrieve, and analyze data on donor giving and engagement using Salesforce and Tableau. Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement to prepare marketing materials, manage vendor hiring, provide customer service, handle registration, and manage logistics for at least six annual class reunions and other alumni receptions. Assist the Associate Dean with administrative duties, including supervising mailings, transmitting gift checks, processing procurement, and ordering supplies. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, public relations, communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of two years of relevant experience in promotions/event planning, fundraising, sales, marketing, or work in a law office. Strong communication, persuasion, and diplomatic skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience with university or nonprofit development environments. Experience with data reporting, donor communications, and CRM integration. Experience and aptitude in computer graphics. Knowledge of the legal profession is a plus. Proficiency with Salesforce, Tableau, Hivebrite, Microsoft Office Suite, Cvent, Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, and University Marketplace procurement systems. Physical Demands Standard office environment; ability to lift event materials up to 25 lbs. occasionally for on‑site event setup. Benefits 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 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, affectionate 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: . Supplemental Questions What is the highest level of education you have completed? High School Diploma/GED Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Ph.D. Do you have a minimum of two years of relevant experience in promotions/event planning, fundraising, sales, marketing, or work in a law office? Yes No Have you been in your current position for at least 6 months? Yes No Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of Professional References (contact Info) #J-18808-Ljbffr