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Senior Program Coordinator

Rutgers University

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United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Aug 08, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Senior Program Coordinator
Job Category	URA-AFT Administrative
Department	Institute for Families
Overview	The Institute for Families ( IFF) at the Rutgers University School of Social Work exists to advance the professional practices and knowledge base of individuals and organizations dedicated to improving the lives of children and families. IFF leads a portfolio of $16M in training, technical assistance and applied research services that increase the capacity of child welfare and human service systems to change childhood outcomes. The team at IFF represents a multi-disciplinary community of professionals committed to innovative, evidence-based and culturally responsive programming, equitable and inclusive practices, accountability and continuous quality improvement, and transparent, responsive engagement with our stakeholders. The work of IFF is supported by a staff of 80+ full-time and part-time employees, and more than 100 consulting subject matter experts. The Institute provides an array of services to early childhood programs and professionals working to ensure that infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children have experiences that support healthy development, early education, and future success. These services are provided through Grow NJ Kids Training Services which offers training and technical assistance to professionals working within a network of community-based childcare centers, preschools, and family care homes engaged in the state's quality rating and improvement system for early care and education programs.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Senior Program Coordinator for The Institute for Families ( IFF) at the Rutgers University School of Social Work. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Supports a team of instructors providing education to early care and learning professionals by assisting with recruitment, onboarding and ongoing technical assistance. Collaborates with team members, providing operational and learning and development services to ensure the highest degree of quality and integrity across learning content and learning experiences.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	05
Salary Details	$70,000.00
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 (per week)
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement
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 with two (2) years of related experience, preferably in the education or early childhood field or a related human service system; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Certifications/Licenses	A valid driver's license would be required for this position.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Exceptional organizational, diplomatic communication skills. strong project management skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced team. Ability to work independently and to project a professional image and represent the Institute for Families' mission and program goals effectively. Expertise in competencies supporting professional presentation skills. Experience with a variety of engaging and interactive instructional strategies. Excellent interpersonal communication, and cultural sensitivity. Strong group processing skills. Knowledge of classroom management and transfer of learning strategies. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications	Five (5) years of related experience, preferably in the education or early childhood field or a related human service system. Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Human Services, Education, Training, Human Resources, Public/Business Administration, Child Development, or Communications. Experience in the early childhood education field as demonstrated by at least five years' experience. Knowledge of applicable practice models, and/or fluency in the policies, legislation, and workforce systems supporting the field.
Equipment Utilized	Microsoft 365 and the Office Suite (Teams, Outlook, OneDrive, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) Learning management systems, video/calls/conference and email applications. Must have experience in usage and functions of virtual communication platforms, such as Zoom.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	General office environment including light lifting.
Special Conditions	Clean Driving Record.

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST1656
Posting Open Date	08/08/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
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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.

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