Program Coordinator I

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.

Under the supervision of the Director for the Office of International Students and Global Programs, the Program Coordinator will effectively administer the Rutgers-Camden study abroad programs: Faculty-led Learning Abroad, Experiential Learning, US Study Away programs, and newly developing Study Abroad Exchange programs. The Program Coordinator will provide detailed guidance to students seeking participation in Rutgers Camden programs and Rutgers system-wide programs while providing administrative support to Rutgers Camden faculty in the development and implementation phases of faculty-led programs. The position also assists faculty in the budgetary and development phases, recruitment of program participants, in-country and travel logistics, while providing marketing and promotional outreach to students across the campus.

The Program Coordinator will provide effective advising, outreach, and administrative support to prospective and current Rutgers Camden students seeking or on study abroad programs. The Program Coordinator will work closely with students throughout all phases of the study abroad process which includes point of inquiry, application, visa preparation, advising, pre-departure orientation, and administrative functions within the Terra Dotta software platform. The Program Coordinator will co-develop and implement the annual study abroad fair, international education week events, study abroad workshops, and related events. The position will also work with the Rutgers Risk Management office, liaising effectively across the campus with departments (i.e., registrar, student accounts, budget & finance, procurement). ensure students are enrolled in student health insurance, the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program ( STEP). The position also manages the Passport Initiative program, visits classrooms to promote study abroad, and proactively participates in Discover Rutgers Days, New Student Orientations, Raptor Welcome, and may serve on related committees. Participation in NAFSA and related professional development events and conferences is expected. The Program Coordinator provides administrative and logistical support to faculty as they create and lead programs while serving as a subject matter specialist and resource to the university community on all matters of study abroad. The position also generates periodic and annual study abroad reports, student surveys, and completes the IIE Open Doors annual report.

Study Abroad is an integral pillar of the Rutgers Camden strategic plan with a major emphasis on international initiatives under the Chancellor. Rutgers Camden is committed to providing and expanding its high quality, diverse, accessible, and affordable study abroad programs that are transformative with the goal of increasing outbound program participation significantly. The position works within a small team of the Office of International Students. The campus currently spends more than 200 students annually on study abroad programs.

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.

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

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.

Bachelor's degree in business, international affairs, or related degree and or equivalent combination of education and experience plus a minimum of two years of comprehensive direct experience.

Bachelor's degree in business, international affairs, or related degree and or equivalent combination of education and experience plus a minimum of two years of comprehensive direct experience. Understanding of global educational systems, student visa requirements for study abroad. Safety, health, risk management, budget experience.

Master's degree in related field. Participation in study abroad conferences, NAFSA and/or having studied abroad on a faculty-led or student exchange program. Foreign course credential evaluation a plus.