Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Student Counselor
Job Category
Staff & Executive - Advising and Counseling
Department
Undergraduate-NB
Overview
Rutgers Business School-Newark and New Brunswick (RBS) adheres to the principles of academic excellence and cutting-edge research that defines Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. RBS is the second largest school at the university, with more than 10,000 students attending undergraduate and graduate programs on campuses in Newark and New Brunswick. Our academic programs prepare students for careers in a variety of business fields, including accounting, finance, data management, entrepreneurship, marketing, and supply chain management. On the graduate level, our Executive MBA and MBA programs, and specialty master's programs allow students to enhance their careers and develop expertise in such areas as quantitative finance, digital marketing, and supply chain analytics. RBS also offers life-long learning opportunities through its Executive Education and Stackable Business Innovation Programs. The RBS community reflects diverse cultures, backgrounds and perspectives and it embodies the traits reflected in our 4 R's brand: We are fortified in our Resilience, creative in our Resourcefulness, empowered by our Responsibility and strategic in individual and collective Reinvention. Among our strengths is a faculty that represents a mix of distinguished academic scholars and instructors who bring years of corporate experience to their classes, and an alumni network of more than 50,000 that spans the world. Some of our greatest social impact happens as result of the efforts of research centers that support diverse entrepreneurs and business owners, strive for gender equity and advocate for corporations to help address issues such as climate control and health equity. Through our teaching, experiential learning, mentoring and career preparation, RBS is committed to producing skilled professionals and knowledgeable leaders capable of impacting the business world and the future of business in meaningful ways.
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.
This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:

• Advises 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
• 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
• Develops, implements, runs, and evaluates programs and activities related to RBS student college transition, retention, attrition, degree completion progress, student support, and tutoring services
• Develops 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

• Requires a bachelor's degree with a minimum of two years of experience in higher education OR aMaster's degree and one year of experience in higher education

• 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)
• 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

• 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

• 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
• Standard software: MS Office, various internal 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

• Must be able to work evenings and weekends
• Ability to travel to Newark for professional development, training, workshops

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.