Sr Program Coordinator

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Senior Program Coordinator for the National Transit Institute (NTI). The role reports to the Operations and Training Delivery Manager and supports nationwide transit training programs.

Responsibilities include managing projects, coordinating scheduling and data, and liaising with multiple stakeholders to ensure successful delivery. A bachelor’s degree and two years of related experience are required; a hybrid work arrangement is possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in transportation, planning, or related field, with relevant experience.
• Two years of related field experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize deadlines, and coordinate with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Manages projects and training activities to meet NTI work program deliverables.
• Coordinates course scheduling, timelines, data tracking, analysis, and reporting.
• Collaborates with government agencies, university personnel, transit agencies, instructors, consultants, and vendors for successful delivery.
• Represent NTI at industry meetings, committees, and conferences.

Skills

Excellent communication

Project management

Time management

Microsoft Office

Video conferencing (Zoom)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in transportation/planning or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Zoom

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Senior Program Coordinator for the National TransitInstitute. The Senior Program Coordinator reports to the Operations and Training Delivery Manager at the National Transit Institute ( NTI ). NTI develops and delivers training programs for transit professionals throughout the United States.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Manages assigned projects and training activities to meet NTI’s annual work program deliverables.
• Coordinates course scheduling and delivery, project timelines, data tracking and analysis, reporting, and other project-related activities.
• Coordinates staff and other resources assigned to projects and works with government agencies, University personnel, transit agencies, instructors, consultants, and vendors to support successful project and training delivery.
• Represents NTI at industry meetings, committees, and conferences.

FLSA Exempt

Grade 05

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 68278.480

Mid Range Salary 84393.980

Maximum Salary 100509.480

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.

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

Work Arrangement Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in transportation, planning, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Two years of experience in a related field.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a knowledgeable and professional manner with other project members in attaining the overall goals of the project.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects, prioritize competing deadlines, and effectively manage workload.
• Effective planning, project management, and execution skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and video conferencing platforms (including Zoom).

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel, as well as in video conferencing platforms such as Zoom, is required.
• The position will also use course registration/enrollment, learning management, and data management systems.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Will be required to travel occasionally to course deliveries, meetings, and conferences throughout the US.
• Some evening and weekend work will be required.

Special Conditions

Posting Number 26ST1793

Posting Open Date 09/24/2026

Regional Campus

Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City New Brunswick

State NJ

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a bachelor’s degree, preferably in transportation, planning, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have two years of experience in a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you a current member of URA-AFT Administration?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

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: Non-Discrimination-Statement .

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