Academic Advisor/ Student Engagement Coordinator
Company: Rutgers University
Location: Newark
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
Posting Summary Rutgers University- Newark (RU-N), an urban
public research university and anchor institution, located in
Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking a Student
Counselor, reporting to the Assistant Dean of Undergraduate
Programs in the School of Criminal Justice, the Academic Advisor/
Student Engagement Coordinator is a team member in a fast-paced,
deadline- driven, customer service focused environment. The
position focuses on: 1) recruitment activities, including outreach
and enrollment; 2) retention supports, including academic advising,
early identification of, and counseling for, academic issues and
career development; 3) supporting school-wide events and special
programs; and 4) creating a welcoming environment for a wide array
of stakeholders. This position is responsible for and not limited
to the following: Developing and implementing a comprehensive
recruitment plan, especially for special student populations
Establishing and maintaining productive contact with an assigned
caseload (approximately 125 new freshmen and 150 transfer students,
from among the approximately 800 annual students) Counseling
students on progress toward graduation and successful career and/or
professional development Working with other unit staff on the
coordination, development, and facilitation of initiatives
targeting transfer students, including, but not limited to,
workshops, transcript evaluations, new student registration and
outreach, and recruiting events Updating and maintaining accurate,
detailed, current, complete, relevant content for the University’s
degree audit program, transfer services website and printed
materials, recruitment presentations, etc. The incumbent is
expected to assist with office events, including, but not limited
to open house, admitted student day, commencement activities,
major/minor fairs, as well as other events and duties as needed.
Preferred Qualifications Requires a bachelor’s or equivalent
experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of new and
continuing student populations and programs, and student
development. Requires strong commitment to student support and
success and a commitment to university and student service.
Requires strong interpersonal skills and highly developed oral and
written communication skills. The candidate must have expert
electronic and digital skills including enthusiasm to function in a
paperless environment. Requires superior social media skills and
savvy. Requires the ability to exercise good judgment in
prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. The candidate must
collaborate with all levels of employees within the organization
and express a preference for working as part of a team. Requires
adherence to established policies, schedules and office procedures
and demonstrated organizational ability with strong attention to
detail. Required to work at occasional evening and/or weekend
programs and activities.
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