College Support Specialist

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Rutgers University–New Brunswick seeks a part-time College Support Specialist in the Center for Adult Autism Services to support neurodivergent students on campus.

The role includes meeting with each student weekly, preparing agendas, assisting with instructor and campus communications, and advocating for students as needed; on-site hours are 19.75 per week, hourly pay $19.71, with flexible, temporary assignments.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant experience.
• Preferred: Associate's degree or above; two years of office work experience.
• Experience with service provision and working with people on the autism spectrum.

Responsibilities

• Meets with each assigned student for a minimum of 1 hour per week.
• Facilitates meetings by preparing an agenda including announcements, weekly reports, and logs.
• Aids students in communication with instructors, campus partners, and off-campus supports.
• Advocates for students as necessary.

Skills

Strong computer and phone skills

Excellent verbal and written沟通

Collaborative work style

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or above

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Survey software

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: College Support Specialist

Posting Number: 26TM0360

Department: Adult Autism Services Center

Overview: At the Rutgers University Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology, we provide the nation's highest quality doctoral education and training, which develops outstanding practitioners and fosters personal leadership to advance the practice and field of professional psychology. Since the establishment of our Psychological Clinic in 1929 and the school's founding in 1974, we have become the \"gold standard\" in the education and training of qualified and competent direct-service psychologists.

The mission of GSAPP is threefold: education, research/scholarship, and public service. Its goal is to prepare well-educated, qualified, and competent direct-service psychologists who have a special commitment to direct community involvement and to underserved populations-professionals who can integrate scientific knowledge with innovation in the delivery of psychological services to individuals, families, groups, and organizations. Professionals receiving a doctoral degree in psychology should be capable of extending psychological knowledge and exhibiting the high level of analytic skills and theoretical understanding needed to use existing and emerging psychological knowledge.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a temporary part‑time College Support Specialist for the College Support Program (CSP) within the Center for Adult Autism Services at the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP). The College Support Program provides direct support to neurodivergent students through campus liaison.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Meets with each assigned student for a minimum of 1 hour per week.


• Facilitates meetings by preparing an agenda including: announcements, student's weekly reports, and student's assignment & exam log and schedule.


• Aids students in communication with instructors, campus partners, and off‑campus supports such as family members and healthcare providers.


• Advocates for students as necessary.

FLSA: Nonexempt

Salary Details: $19.71 per hour

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: Part Time

Working Hours: 19.75 hours per week

Daily Work Shift: Day

Work Arrangement: This position requires a fully on‑site work arrangement.

Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment: Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong computer and phone skills (database creation and management) and organizational skills.


• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple populations and problem-solve.


• Ability to be flexible when necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or above.


• Two years of office work experience.


• Experience with service provision and working with people on the autism spectrum.

Equipment Utilized:

• Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Point.


• Survey software.

Posting Details

• Posting Open Date: 10/05/2026


• Posting Close Date: 10/15/2026


• Open Until Filled: No


• Regional Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick


• Home Location Campus: Douglass (RU-New Brunswick)


• City: New Brunswick


• 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. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement