Sr Program Coordinator

Position Details Recruitment/Posting Title: Sr Program Coordinator Job Category: URA-AFT Administrative Department: Administrative Support Service Overview: The School of Nursing is one of eight schools that make up Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences. As part of the Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences division, the School of Nursing offers unique opportunities in education, research, and practice at a leading national research university which is the state's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. The School of Nursing provides unparalleled opportunities in teaching, scholarship, clinical practice and multidisciplinary collaboration. Innovative academic offerings include bachelor's, master's, post-master's certificate, DNP and PhD programs that are preparing nurse leaders of today and tomorrow at campus locations in Newark, New Brunswick, and Blackwood, NJ. Posting Summary Provides comprehensive, holistic support and serves as the front line to students enrolled in all in-person and online graduate nursing programs (including MSN, DNP, and Post-Master's Certificates), at the Rutgers University School of Nursing. Provides limited programming for students within the Ph.D. in Nursing Science Program. Oversees all onboarding processes, student retention initiatives, co-curricular engagement, and administrative support tailored to non-traditional and working adult learners in collaboration with the Associate Dean for Advanced Practice, Specialty Directors and graduate faculty. Works in conjunction with the Associate Dean for Advanced Practice and Specialty Directors to provide resources and out-of-classroom experiences for online students during scheduled in-person immersion dates. Forms relationships with representatives of various academic and student services departments within Rutgers University and refers students to those departments as necessary. Tracks and resolves student issues independently while using professional judgment to determine when issues should be escalated. Maintains awareness of communications and ongoing policy changes within the Rutgers School of Nursing and provides student guidance as needed. Oversees graduate students' students-of-concern referrals and inquiries. Works collaboratively with the Assistant Dean to address and manage trends to plan programs and processes with multiple campus partners. Salary Details 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 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 Work Arrangement Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the View email address on click.appcast.io Application System. Union Description URA-AFT Administrative Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 2 years of student affairs, graduate student enrollment management and student engagement, crisis management, admission, academic advising, counseling, or related experiences. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Exceptional oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently, multitask, and problem-solve. Preferred Qualifications 3 to 5 years of student affairs, graduate student enrollment management and student engagement, crisis management, admission, academic advising, counseling, or related experiences. Equipment Utilized Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Access, and Excel. Experience with, or learn quickly, all Rutgers software/web resources. Posting Details Posting Number: 26ST1920 Posting Open Date: 10/16/2026 Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus: Rutgers University-Newark City: Newark State: NJ 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. 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. 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