POSITION: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES SPECIALIST 4/ COUNSELOR - GRANT FUNDED

SALARY: P18 $53,277.47 - $82,568.88

LOCATION: PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAMS

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of a Professional Services Specialist 2 or higher supervisory officer in the Administrative Services area at a state college, is responsible for independently performing professional work of greater difficulty using established policies, procedures, precedents, and guidelines; does related work as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct group and individual counseling sessions for all students.
• Select, train and supervise student counselors.
• Meet with target school liaisons and to coordinate school visits.
• Plan and coordinate parent workshops
• Coordinator college tours and field trips.
• Collect student data (i.e. report cards).
• Attend meetings and seminars as required.
• Screen and interview applicants for participant eligibility.
• Assess participant’s potential for post-secondary educational goals.
• Assess participants’ academic needs and make appropriate recommendation (i.e. tutoring).
• Prepare improvement plan for each student (i.e. personal education plan).
• Maintain participants’ files according to proposed guidelines.
• Assist participants with exploration of career fields and goals.
• Coordinate campus and college field trips.
• Coordinate and/or conduct financial aid workshops for parents and participants.
• Assist participants with the college application process.
• Participate in staff development and in-service meetings.
• Prepare and submit monthly reports on program activities (i.e. OSHE Scope & Sequence and Counseling Portfolio).
• Maintain an effective working relationship with the university target school administrators, staff, and faculty.
• Performs other tasks as needed.

• Adhere to program policies and procedures in carrying out the goals and objectives of the program and NJCU.

EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited college/university with a minimum of bachelor’s degree.

EXPERIENCE: Two years of professional experience in an institution of higher learning experience working with at-risk youth or a field that is directly related to the functions of the position.

REQUIRED: Letter of application, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

PREFERRED: Experience with Pre-College programs and a Master’s degree is preferred or an equivalency as determined by the appointing authority.

We offer a competitive Compensation and Benefits Package

New Jersey City University is an equal opportunity institution encouraging a diverse pool of applicants.

New Jersey City University is a Tobacco and Smoke Free Campus. For the health of our employees, students and visitors, smoking, vaping, and tobacco use is not permitted on campus. This includes all buildings, grounds, and parking lots.

SAME Applicants: Candidates applying under the New Jersey “SAME” program, must include a Schedule A or B letter with other supporting documents (resume, proof of degree, etc.) by the closing date indicated above. For more information, please visit https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml , email: SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at (833) 691-0404

Prior applicants need not reapply. Your application is being considered.

Cut-Off Date for Filing Applications: July 16, 2025