Student Counselor II
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Youth Development, Summer Seasonal
Position Summary
Rutgers University–Newark (RU‑N), an urban public research university and anchor institution located in Newark, New Jersey—a city of promise—is seeking a NJ‑STEP Completion Counselor (Student Counselor II) to support the success of NJ‑STEP students statewide.
Reporting to the NJ‑STEP Assistant Dean of Community Relations, the Completion Counselor will provide ongoing tracking, advising, and support to released and matriculating NJ‑STEP students. This role requires frequent travel across New Jersey to correctional facilities, halfway houses, community colleges, and Rutgers campuses. The Counselor will serve as a key liaison between students, community colleges, partner 4‑year institutions, and Department of Corrections/halfway house staff.
Responsibilities- Serve as the community college support representative for NJ‑STEP and track potential Rutgers Mountainview applicants.
- Initiate contact and cultivate relationships with community college personnel, partnered institutions, and DOC/halfway house staff.
- Develop partnerships and processes that support NJ‑STEP students in completing college degrees post‑release.
- Facilitate pre‑release visits to link students with financial aid and reentry support services.
- Assess student needs during pre‑release and develop programmatic responses for post‑release success.
- Provide or coordinate guidance in personal motivation, academic progress, career development, financial literacy, and study skills using recognized best practices.
- Coordinate workshops, internship opportunities, and career pathways for NJ‑STEP students.
- Manage clerical tasks, program communications, and supervise program interns or field placements as needed.
- Attend community program meetings and events representing NJ‑STEP.
- Track service delivery and generate reports; provide program updates and communicate student concerns to the Assistant Dean of Community Relations.
- Occasionally travels to the Newark Campus.
This position is contingent upon continuation of grant funding.
Minimum Education and Experience- Requires a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- Requires up to two years relevant experience in an administrative, facilitating or advising function, good communication and interpersonal skills, and computer literacy.
City:
Newark
State: NJ
Physical Demands and Work Environment- May need to carry 30 lbs up to 100 ft.
Posting Number: 26ST0267
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