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Rutgers University

Program Coordinator II (Office of Financial Aid - Newark)

🇺🇸 Newark, NJ

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $53K - $77K

💻 Project Management

🗓️ August 6th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Rutgers University is hiring a Program Coordinator II for the Office of Financial Aid. The role involves coordinating the Federal Work Study (FWS) program within Rutgers Health departments by ensuring compliance with federal regulations, supporting student employment and counseling, managing administrative tasks, and aiding in the overall operation of the financial aid office.

Highlights

  • Coordinate placement of students in approved Federal Work Study (FWS) jobs and monitor compliance with program rules.
  • Act as primary liaison for Rutgers Health FWS supervisors, guiding hiring, onboarding, and timesheet procedures.
  • Counsel students on FWS eligibility, opportunities, and responsibilities.
  • Track FWS earnings and funding allocations to ensure federal and institutional compliance.
  • Maintain records, prepare reports, and support audits and reconciliations related to FWS.
  • Provide general administrative and customer service support to the financial aid office.
  • Requires knowledge of student financial aid, student employment programs, or related administrative/student services in higher education.
  • Preferred experience with federal/state financial aid regulations, Federal Work Study program administration, and familiarity with Ellucian BANNER or similar systems.
  • Salary range: $52,602.48 to $76,975.48, with final offer based on qualifications and funds availability.
  • Full-time position, unionized under URA-AFT Administrative, with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, retirement, and educational benefits.