Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Career Counseling Officer (New Student Career Engagement) |
| Job Category |
URA-AFT Administrative |
| Department |
Career Exploration & Success |
| Overview |
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, seeks an innovative, independent, and strategic professional to serve as the Career Counseling Officer (New Student Career Engagement) within the Office of Career Exploration and Success at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. Reporting to the Associate Director for New Student Career Engagement, this role leads the development and expansion of new early career engagement initiatives that embed career exploration into the first-year student experience.
A central responsibility of the position is supporting the expansion of First-Year Interest Group Seminars (
FIGS), including the development and implementation of new topical "Exploring Careers" sections that help students explore Rutgers resources through the lens of broader career interest areas. Designed especially for students still deciding on a future career path, these courses support self-discovery, career exploration, and early career readiness development. The Career Counseling Officer also directs the Intern for a Day (
IFAD) program, leads the Discovery & Exploration Career Community, supervises Peer Instructors and graduate staff, and develops scalable programming that connects students' academic experiences with career pathways early in their Rutgers journey.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Supports the development, implementation, and expansion of First-Year Interest Group Seminars (FIGS), including topical "Exploring Careers" sections focused on navigating Rutgers resources, self-discovery and career exploration for students still exploring future career pathways.
- Designs and refines curriculum that helps students explore their interests, strengths, values, and career possibilities while supporting course operations, instructional consistency, and program scaling.
- Directs the Intern for a Day (IFAD) program and leads the Discovery & Exploration Career Community by developing early career exploration programming, experiential learning opportunities, and engagement initiatives.
- Builds and sustains partnerships with industry professionals, faculty, student success partners, and campus stakeholders to expand access to career exploration opportunities for first-year students.
- Provides individual and group career advising to first-year students and students exploring academic and career pathways.
- Develops and facilitates workshops, presentations, and group programming focused on self-assessment, career exploration, and early career decision-making.
- Supervises graduate staff, undergraduate Peer Instructors, and program operations, including recruitment, training, coaching, scheduling, and performance management.
- Supports broader course administration processes and ensures alignment with university policies and program goals.
- Participates in meetings, professional development, and other assigned responsibilities.
- Supports Rutgers University's visibility within the career services field through conference presentations, publications, professional engagement, and contributions to professional associations.
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| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Grade |
06 |
| Salary Details |
Budgeted Starting Salary Range: $77,919.48 - $83,000 commensurate with experience |
| Minimum Salary |
77919.480 |
| Mid Range Salary |
96454.480 |
| Maximum Salary |
114989.480 |
| 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
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| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Working Hours |
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| Standard Hours |
37.50 |
| Daily Work Shift |
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| 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 |
| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
ABP |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Bachelor's Degree and five years of relevant experience or a Master's Degree with three years of relevant experience.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Demonstrated ability in curriculum development, workshop facilitation, career advising or coaching, program development, supervision of student staff, and scalable student engagement initiatives within higher education or career development environments.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong project management and organizational abilities, and the capacity to cultivate and sustain relationships with students, faculty, employers, and campus partners while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Leadership capabilities, independent judgment, attention to detail, and proficiency with learning management, career management, and related technology platforms.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Master's Degree.
- Experience within career services first-year experience programs, academic advising, student affairs, experiential learning, employer engagement, teaching, curriculum development, or related higher education settings.
- Experience developing academic courses, leading first-year initiatives, supervising student staff, or designing career exploration programming within higher education.
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| Equipment Utilized |
- Handshake career management or similar systems.
- Sakai, Canvas, or similar learning management platforms.
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
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| Special Conditions |
- This position will require to work some nights and weekends.
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
26ST1061 |
| Posting Open Date |
05/25/2026 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
College Ave (RU-New Brunswick) |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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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 |
Rutgers University
life insurance, employee discount
May 25, 2026