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Rutgers University

Academic Advisor/ Student Engagement Coordinator

🇺🇸 Newark, NJ 🕑 Temporary 💰 $20 - $40 per Hour 💻 Academic Advising 🗓️ January 21st, 2026
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Edtech.com's Summary

Rutgers University is hiring an Academic Advisor/Student Engagement Coordinator. The role involves managing recruitment and retention activities, advising a caseload of new and transfer students on academic progress and career development, coordinating initiatives for transfer students, and supporting school-wide events to foster a welcoming environment.

Highlights

  • Develop and implement recruitment plans targeting special student populations.

  • Advise approximately 275 students, including new freshmen and transfer students, on academic progress and career paths.

  • Coordinate workshops, transcript evaluations, registrations, and recruiting events focused on transfer students.

  • Maintain and update degree audit programs, transfer services websites, and recruitment materials.

  • Assist with various office and university events such as open houses, admitted student days, commencements, and fairs.

  • Work with Microsoft Office, Oracle, Webex/Zoom, EAB, Box, Canvas, MyAdvisor, Degree Navigator, and other academic databases.

  • Possess a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience plus two years of relevant administrative experience.

  • Hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to travel for recruitment.

  • Salary range from $20 to $40 per hour, determined by qualifications and experience.

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