Youth Development Specialist (Multiple Vacancies)

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, Newark

Feb 11, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Youth Development Specialist (Multiple Vacancies)
Posting Number	25TM0039
Department	Rutgers Future Scholars Newark
Overview
Posting Summary	Rutgers University- Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking Youth Development Specialist for the Rutgers Future Scholars Newark program. Rutgers Future Scholars is seeking a Youth Development Specialist for the Newark Community which serves 250 rising 8th-12th grade students. The RFS-Newark program is housed within the Center for PreCollege Programs ( CPP). Reporting to and under the supervision of the Program Manager. The position responsibilities include and are not limited to the following: Design and facilitate student learning opportunities through college and career readiness, college exposure, service learning, financial literacy, civic engagement, STEM instruction, enrichment excursions, etc. Maintain activity logs for services delivered. Prepare and provide recruitment and group interview presentations for students and families. Assist the program coordinators and the Program Manager in preparing reports. *This position is contingent upon the continuation of grant funding.*
Position Status	Part Time
Hours Per Week	up to 19.5
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Position Salary	$20-25 per hour
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits
Terms of Appointment	Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Requires up to two years relevant experience in an administrative function, good communication and interpersonal skills, and computer literacy.
Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Qualifications	Applicants should have knowledge of social and emotional competencies. Experience conducting small group and/or one-on-one sessions with adolescents to provide mentoring and support. Comparable experience includes working with students from urban areas, first-generation students, out-of-school time programming, facilitating college readiness seminars and/or social and emotional learning workshops for middle and high school students. A background in youth development, social work, psychology, urban education, and/or sociology is preferred.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Requires up to two years relevant experience in an administrative function, good communication and interpersonal skills, and computer literacy.
Equipment Utilized	General office equipment
Physical Demands and Work Environment	The role requires occasional lifting and transportation of classroom supplies. Able to lift to 20lbs. Must have access to an appropriate workspace with a laptop and internet to facilitate virtual workshops and small group sessions. Must have reliable means of transportation to school sites
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Open Date	02/11/2025
Posting Close Date	05/12/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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