Sr Program Coordinator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation, holidays, and various留

Competitive retirement benefits, incl.

Employee and dependent educational'

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University’s School of Nursing in Newark, NJ, seeks a Sr Program Coordinator to provide holistic support to graduate nursing students in-person and online, including MSN, DNP, and Post-Master's Certificate programs, while coordinating onboarding, retention, and engagement with campus partners.

This role interfaces with the Associate Dean for Advanced Practice, Specialty Directors, and graduate faculty to shape online student resources and immersion experiences across Newark and other

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of student affairs, graduate student enrollment management and student engagement, crisis management, admission, academic advising, counseling, or related experiences.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, multitask, and problem-solve.
• 3 to 5 years of student affairs, graduate student enrollment management and student engagement, crisis management, admission, academic advising, counseling, or related experiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, holistic support to graduate nursing students in all in-person and online programs.
• Oversee onboarding processes, student retention initiatives, and co-curricular engagement for non-traditional and working adult learners.
• Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Advanced Practice and Specialty Directors to provide resources and out-of-classroom experiences for online students.
• Form relationships with representatives of Rutgers academic and student services departments and refer students as needed.
• Track and resolve student issues independently while escalating when appropriate.
• Maintain awareness of policy changes and provide student guidance as needed.
• Oversee graduate students' students-of-concern referrals and inquiries.
• Work with the Assistant Dean to address and manage trends for programs with multiple campus partners.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Independent work

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Access

Excel

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Sr Program Coordinator

Job Category: URA-AFT Administrative

Department: Administrative Support Service

Overview: The School of Nursing is one of eight schools that make up Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences. As part of the Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences division, the School of Nursing offers unique opportunities in education, research, and practice at a leading national research university which is the state's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. The School of Nursing provides unparalleled opportunities in teaching, scholarship, clinical practice and multidisciplinary collaboration. Innovative academic offerings include bachelor's, master's, post-master's certificate, DNP and PhD programs that are preparing nurse leaders of today and tomorrow at campus locations in Newark, New Brunswick, and Blackwood, NJ.

Posting Summary

• Provides comprehensive, holistic support and serves as the front line to students enrolled in all in-person and online graduate nursing programs (including MSN, DNP, and Post-Master's Certificates), at the Rutgers University School of Nursing.
• Provides limited programming for students within the Ph.D. in Nursing Science Program.
• Oversees all onboarding processes, student retention initiatives, co-curricular engagement, and administrative support tailored to non-traditional and working adult learners in collaboration with the Associate Dean for Advanced Practice, Specialty Directors and graduate faculty.
• Works in conjunction with the Associate Dean for Advanced Practice and Specialty Directors to provide resources and out-of-classroom experiences for online students during scheduled in-person immersion dates.
• Forms relationships with representatives of various academic and student services departments within Rutgers University and refers students to those departments as necessary.
• Tracks and resolves student issues independently while using professional judgment to determine when issues should be escalated.
• Maintains awareness of communications and ongoing policy changes within the Rutgers School of Nursing and provides student guidance as needed.
• Oversees graduate students' students-of-concern referrals and inquiries.
• Works collaboratively with the Assistant Dean to address and manage trends to plan programs and processes with multiple campus partners.

Salary Details

Minimum Salary: 68278.480

Mid Range Salary: 84393.980

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.

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

Full Time

Working Hours

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 and 2 years of student affairs, graduate student enrollment management and student engagement, crisis management, admission, academic advising, counseling, or related experiences.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, multitask, and problem-solve.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of student affairs, graduate student enrollment management and student engagement, crisis management, admission, academic advising, counseling, or related experiences.

Equipment Utilized

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Access, and Excel.
• Experience with, or learn quickly, all Rutgers software/web resources.

Posting Details

Posting Number: 26ST1920

Posting Open Date: 10/16/2026

Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

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.

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