Sr Program Coordinator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Education benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University, The State University of New Jersey, seeks a Senior Program Coordinator for the National Transit Institute (NTI). The role reports to the Operations and Training Delivery Manager and develops and delivers training programs for transit professionals nationwide.

Key duties include managing projects, coordinating schedules, data tracking, and coordinating staff and resources across agencies and vendors to support training delivery.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with project members to achieve goals.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned projects and training activities to meet NTI work program deliverables.
• Coordinate course scheduling, timelines, data tracking, reporting, and related activities.
• Coordinate staff/resources with agencies, university personnel, transit agencies, instructors, consultants, and vendors.
• Represent NTI at industry meetings, committees, and conferences.

Skills

Excellent oral & written communication

Independent project management

Data tracking & analysis

Microsoft Office & Zoom

Education

Bachelor’s degree in transportation, planning, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Learning management systems

Course registration/enrollment systems

Job description

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

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 05

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 68278.480

Mid Range Salary 84393.980

Maximum Salary

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.

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

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours

Working Hours 37.5

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift

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

Union Description URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• 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.

Certifications/Licenses

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

Posting Number 26ST1793

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 09/24/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City

State

State NJ

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

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