21st CCLC Site Coordinator

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employees and

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University-Newark is seeking a Part-Time Site Coordinator for the Cornwall Center Metropolitan Studies. The role supports the Promise Youth University and 21st Century PYU-21st CCLC at 13th Avenue Elementary School in Newark, NJ.

The Site Coordinator will oversee daily operations, supervise staff, and ensure program delivery aligns with grant requirements. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential; a background in education or related field is preferred, with a

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required or up to 4 years of relevant office/clerical experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in education, social services, community development or related field preferred.
• Proven organizational and communication abilities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate 21st Century program delivery at 13th Avenue School and manage daily operations.
• Supervise direct service staff and liaise between students, teachers, partners, and school administration.
• Support youth development and after school programming for all participants.
• Assist with program setup and execution of special events and family engagement activities.
• Attend required trainings including site coordinator orientation and program-specific training.
• Ensure curricula and models are implemented with fidelity and maintain data records.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Works well in fast-paced environments

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Details

• Recruitment/Posting Title: 21st CCLC Site Coordinator
• Posting Number: 26TM0352
• Department: Cornwall Center Metro Studies
• Salary Details: 25-35 p/h
• Position Status: Part Time
• Working Hours: 20
• Work Arrangement: fully on-site work arrangement. (Approval not required)
• Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft
• Terms of Appointment: Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Overview

Since it was established in 2000, the Joseph C. Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Studies has been a signature component of Rutgers University-Newark's commitment to be an anchor institution for the metropolitan area. Cornwall's specific role is bringing the campus's intellectual talent and other resources to bear on the challenges of revitalizing Newark and similar communities in the region and state. To this end, the Center sponsors research projects, publications, conferences, symposia, seminars, workshops, public forums, and incubates projects translating research into effective practice. In all its work, Cornwall is especially concerned with supporting the most vulnerable urban populations.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University-Newark, an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking a Site Coordinator (Temporary) for the Joseph C. Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Studies. Reporting to the Project Director.

The Site Coordinator will support the implantation of the Promise Youth University, Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Center PYU- 21st CCLC, and New Ark Freedom School Programs at 13th Avenue Elementary School. The Promise Youth University serves up to 130 students from grades three through eight, including students with special needs. It will consist of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math STEAM themed programs. This project was funded by New Jersey Department of Education, Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant and the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs.

The Site Coordinator (Temporary) duties include but are not limited to:

• Assists the program director with coordinating the 21st Century program delivery at 13th Avenue School, managing daily operations and ensuring program delivery aligns with the approved grant applications.
• Support the supervision of direct service staff and serve as liaison between students, teachers, partners, and school administration and support effective program delivery
• Responsible for supporting youth development in all aspects of after school programming for all participants; assist with setup of program with the Project Director
• Support the execution of special program events, including family engagement nights, national day for social action, and lights on after-school
• Attend all required training, including, but not limited to New Staff orientation, Site Coordinator Orientation (freedom School), and the Ella Baker Child Policy Training
• Work with project director to ensure program curriculums and models are implemented to fidelity
• Maintaining accurate and timely data records, working with the Data Manager to collect and analyze data to analyze programmatic progress toward goals.

This position is contingent upon continuation of grant funding.

For more information please visit: https://cornwall.rutgers.edu/

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

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant office, clerical, bookkeeping, library assistant or related experience depending on the duties to be performed.
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant office, clerical, bookkeeping, library assistant or related experience depending on the duties to be performed
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in the area of education, social services, community development or a related field
• Experience supporting onsite operations of an extended day program
• Experience in an urban school setting
• Have familiarity with the Newark area, schools, and students
• Be capable of working in a fast-paced environment
• Be passionate about helping children and youth
• Familiarity with programs and providers in the City of Newark
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Be a detail-oriented self starter who is organized and enjoys working in a collaborative environment

Equipment Utilized

• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office

Posting Details

• Posting Open Date: 09/30/2026
• Posting Close Date: 12/29/2026
• Open Until Filled: No
• Regional Campus: Rutgers University-Newark
• 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.

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