Community Relations & Reentry Partnerships Lead

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University–Newark is seeking a NJ-STEP Community Relations Specialist to support the NJ-STEP program and student transitions statewide. You will lead outreach, partner development and program communications to promote college degree attainment for incarcerated and reentry populations.

Reporting to the Transitions Director, the role requires a master’s degree and 3+ years in program management, with strong writing, communication and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent communication and writing skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must have access to transportation for regular travel throughout the state.
• Experience with opportunity programs, NJ Department of Corrections, prisons, incarcerated populations or reentry populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise a Junior Completion Counselor to support NJ-STEP students statewide.
• Represent NJ-STEP in community relations, internships, employment opportunities and related activities.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with community colleges, DOC facilities and reentry programs.
• Attend community program meetings and events on behalf of NJ-STEP.
• Track service delivery and generate reports for the Director of Transitions.

Skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Transportation access

Community relations

Partnership building

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rutgers University–Newark is seeking a NJ-STEP Community Relations Specialist to support the NJ-STEP program and student transitions statewide. You will lead outreach, partner development and program communications to promote college degree attainment for incarcerated and reentry populations.

Reporting to the Transitions Director, the role requires a master’s degree and 3+ years in program management, with strong writing, communication and collaboration skills.