Program Coordinator I

Program Coordinator I

Rutgers University–Camden's Division Impact & Community Engagement (DICE) is seeking a Program Coordinator I to support the coordination, daily operations, and implementation of the Rutgers IGNITE 21st Century Community Learning Center (CCLC) afterschool and summer programs, including the Children's Defense Fund Freedom School. Reporting to the Senior Program Administrator and Director of Education Partnerships, this position supports programs serving more than 200 students during the school year and up to 100 students during the summer. The Program Coordinator I will help ensure program quality, safety, and alignment with 21stCCLC guidelines by overseeing daily site operations, serving as a school-site liaison, supervising staff and volunteers, coordinating recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, training, payroll, parent/family events, and school-community initiatives. The Program Coordinator I will also support data management, compliance, reporting, program development, and quality improvement efforts. Responsibilities include maintaining attendance records, student data, academic records, surveys, compliance documentation, licensing materials, and student files; supporting reporting through EZ Reports, EWEG, NJCCIS, ETRS, and 21APR; assisting with compliance reviews, licensing inspections, monitoring visits, quarterly reporting, and grant continuation documentation; and supporting staff professional development, trainings, academic alignment, student worker observations, and coaching. This is a grant funded position contingent upon the availability of funds to support it.

FLSA - Nonexempt

Grade - 04

Salary Details - Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, within university policy and salary schedules, as well as departmental budgets.

Minimum Salary - 59893.480

Mid Range Salary - 73909.480

Maximum Salary - 87925.480

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 - 37.5

Standard Hours - 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement - Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the View email address on click.appcast.io Application System. Additional information may be found at

Union Description - URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation - PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment - Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility - ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience - Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent combination of education and experience in education, youth development, sociology, social work, public policy, or a related field. Minimum 2 years of experience in youth programming, K–12 education, or community organizations. Supervisory experience (student staff, volunteers, or part-time employees). Strong organizational, communication, and data-management skills. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Canva, and experience with data reporting systems.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications - Master's degree in a related field. Experience with Camden youth, families, or schools. Familiarity with Camden City School District. Experience with curriculum or academic support program development. Spanish speaking preferred but not required

Equipment Utilized - Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive/Docs, Canva, Adobe Acrobat, EWEG, NJCCIS, ETRS, 21APR, and student data systems.

Physical Demands and Work Environment - Frequent walking, standing, stair climbing, and carrying up to 25 pounds. Site visits may occur in schools without central air. Requires flexibility, including evening and weekend hours based on program needs.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number - 26ST1476

Posting Open Date - 07/11/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus - Rutgers University-Camden

Home Location Campus - Rutgers University-Camden

City - Camden

State - NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements

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