Job Abstract

Rutgers University-Newark, an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking a Senior EOF Counselor. Reporting to the Assistant Dean/ Associate Director of Counseling Services in the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) program at Rutgers University-Newark, the position responsibilities include and are not limited to the following. This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: Assists the programmatic devel... more details

Senior EOF Counselor

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Senior EOF Counselor
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Advising and Counseling
Department	Academic Foundation Center (AFC)
Overview	The AFC and its myriad programs provide academic opportunities, resources, leadership development and other support initiatives for first generation-low income college bound scholars to achieve success through education. As the first Rutgers-Newark special program established to identify talent beyond traditional measures and then recruit, retain and graduate talented young people from the greater Newark area, AFC remains a jewel in the crown of Rutgers- Newark, serving nearly 1500 undergraduate students annually
Posting Summary	Rutgers University-Newark, an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking a Senior EOF Counselor. Reporting to the Assistant Dean/ Associate Director of Counseling Services in the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) program at Rutgers University-Newark, the position responsibilities include and are not limited to the following. This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: Assists the programmatic development and implementation of the EOF Program, and assures successful levels of academic achievement and graduation for an assigned caseload of Rutgers University – Newark undergraduate students. Provides orientation to the campus culture as well as academic, career, financial aid, and personal counseling. Serves as a liaison and maintains contact with faculty, school academic advisors, residence life, student life, financial aid, student accounting, registrar’s office, admissions office, the Learning Resource and Writing Centers, and other internal and external special programs. Develops, initiates, and administers special projects and services for the summer program’s academic component and specified EOF populations to promote leadership, holistic growth, and achievement. Conducts outreach on behalf of EOF students with outside community constituents, agencies, and schools. Teaches a credit-bearing during the summer bridge program and during the academic year that focuses on strategies for academic success. For more information, please visit us at: https://afc.newark.rutgers.edu/ This position is contingent upon continuation of grant funding.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	05
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	71712.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	88338.000
Annual Maximum Salary	104963.000
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	EOF Counselors
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Masters degree, preferably in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field Two years experience with students from disadvantaged backgrounds
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Requires expert knowledge of non-traditional college students coupled with the ability to implement academic support and affective support to the same Experience in these areas as well as developing and conducting academic support workshops coupled with strong writing, analytical and presentation skills are also required Requires experience in and/or willingness to work with diverse cultures and backgrounds; Must have excellent oral and written communication skills Must also be able to assess the program participants in terms of the areas prescribed by the EOF program
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Light lifting may be required.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST1349
Posting Open Date	06/04/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

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.

Affirmative Action/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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- High School Diploma/GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Ph.D.
* Do you have at least two years of experience with students from disadvantaged backgrounds ?
- Yes
- No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

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

Optional Documents

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