Student Counselor II

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment / Posting Title

Student Counselor II

Job Category

URA-AFT Administrative

Department

UG Educ & Student Success-Cmd

Overview

Ranked #46 in U.S. News & World Report 's list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University-Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers-Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University-Camden among its "Best Bang for the Buck" universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers-Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University-Camden is seeking a Student Counselor II / Student Success Coach in the Division of Student Academic Success. The Student Success Coach (SSC) Office offers an academic support, skill-building, and mentoring program for undergraduate students who are unaffiliated with other cohort groups on campus (EOF, TRiO, Honor's College, International students). To promote a positive and successful learning experience and increase student retention, success, and completion, this office provides individual and group coaching, goal planning guidance, holistic support, student success workshops, and effective advocacy and referrals for problem resolution. Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Student Success and TRiO SSS, the Student Counselor / Success Coach (SSC) serves as a primary point of contact for a caseload of assigned students and provides direct support services to participants with varying levels of academic and personal need. The SSC monitors progress toward degree completion, helps to identify, prevent, and alleviate barriers to success, assists in strengthening current skills, and ensures that personal and professional goals are established and attained. The SSC assists in planning and coordinating new student orientation, retention outreach and counseling, and summer transition programs. The SSC will utilize various methods, including appreciative advising methodology, positive psychology, and other coaching models to guide implementation of success strategies and initiatives to assist in the transition to / navigation of the university, and success throughout students' undergraduate career. Effective collaboration amongst a network of campus units (advising offices, Career Center, Center for Learning and Student Success, Dean of Students, Financial Aid, Student Involvement, Wellness Center, etc.) will be an integral part of the SSC responsibilities.

FLSA

Nonexempt

Grade

04

Salary Details

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, within university policy and salary schedules, as well as departmental budgets.

Minimum Salary

59893.480

Mid Range Salary

73909.480

Maximum Salary

87925.480

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

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

Daily Work Shift

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

Union Description

URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and / or experience and a minimum of three years of experience in advising, coaching, or mentoring diverse groups of college students.

Certifications / Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in education, counseling, social work, or related field preferred. Experience using emerging technologies and social media to communicate to undergraduates preferred.

Equipment Utilized

MS Office, internet, computer competency in reading and evaluating spreadsheets, databases, student information systems, and other computer-based platforms including EAB and Qualtrics. Incumbent may use social media tools to communicate with students and other constituents.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number

25ST2274

Posting Open Date

11 / 03 / 2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-Camden

Home Location Campus

Rutgers University-Camden

City

Camden

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 :