Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Student Counselor (2 Vacancies)
Job Category	URA-AFT Administrative
Department	Undergraduate-NB
Overview
Posting Summary	Rutgers University-New Brunswick (RU-NB), a nationally ranked research university and member of the Association of American Universities and the Big Ten Academic Alliance, located in New Brunswick, New Jersey, is seeking a Student Counselor. Responsible for advising an assigned load of Rutgers Business School students on major selection and planning, course selection, suggested study plans, policies and procedures of Rutgers Business School and Rutgers – New Brunswick, etc. This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: Monitors academic standing and progress towards completion of the Bachelor of Science degree Provides liaison services for students with other university offices as necessary Maintains accurate records and student data for use in various departmental reports Provides advisement, counseling, support to an assigned population of Business School students from registration through graduation Notifies and advises students on academic jeopardy and counsels those contemplating withdrawal from the University Evaluates degree completeness forms to determine student’s progress and helps develop a plan for successful completion of program using Degree Navigator and student transcript Maintains and conveys knowledge of RBS academic policies and procedures to effectively advise students regarding their curriculum for six different majors including general education requirements as well as non-RBS students with declared business minors Makes recommendations for new policies and ways to improve current policies Coordinates with registrar and other university offices relating to direct services to students and scheduling Works with Assistant Deans to develop and implement innovative programs to provide outstanding services to students Responsible for developing, implementing, running, and evaluating programs and activities related to RBS student college transition, retention, attrition, degree completion progress, student support, and tutoring services Will develop liaison relationships with RBS faculty and staff, other university departments, community college personnel, and community partners while assisting with the achievement of all department, college, and university goals
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
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 https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu .
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	05
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	58867.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	73298.000
Annual Maximum Salary	87729.000
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	URA-AFT Administrative
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 . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Requires a bachelor’s degree A minimum of three years relevant experience in higher education
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Must be able to multitask and handle a diverse range of responsibilities Must be professional, courteous, and respectful Must have excellent verbal and written communication, public speaking, organizational and planning skills; also, must have excellent interpersonal and computer skills (including data management and assessment) Proficiency in various computer programs (Office Platform, Accuplacer, RUTADMIN, and Image Now), as well as knowledge of the university audit systems and sources of assistance Must be able to work evenings and weekends Travel to New Brunswick for professional development, training, workshops. Strong problem-solving skills needed daily and must be able to manage multiple tasks and interruptions Must be able to work with faculty and staff at all levels
Preferred Qualifications	Master’s Degree preferred with experience at an institution of higher education preferably working with diverse populations of students A background/education in business, education, higher education, student affairs, etc
Equipment Utilized	Standard software: MS Office, various home-grown applications, etc. This position regularly uses the following: Degree Navigator Graduation Tracker Enrollment Database Image Now RU Transfer RU-N for Success New Jersey Transfer IMS RU—N 4 Success
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST1984
Posting Open Date	08/22/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Livingston (RU-New Brunswick)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

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