Part-time Alumni Career Counselor - Temporary

Rutgers University

place Newark, 07112

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Hybrid (Remote and Onsite), Flexible (Remote or Onsite)

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Counseling, Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field

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Internship, Part-Time, Supervision

local_atm $40 - $60 an hour

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Retirement Plan, Other Benefits

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Part-time Alumni Career Counselor - Temporary

Posting Number

25TM0449

Department

Law School Newark

Overview

The Center for Career Development develops national and regional programs that create interviewing and networking opportunities across the country, fostering strong relationships with federal and state judges, law firm hiring partners, and other legal employers. The department supports the needs of our diverse student body and alumni/ae by offering practice-area career panels, résumé and interview workshops, mock interview sessions, networking events, mentorship programs, and a range of other initiatives designed to promote their professional growth and success.

Posting 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 Alumni Career Counselor in the Center for Career Development (CDC) will assist the two career counselors at the Law School in Newark. This is a temporary part-time positions until such a time that additional counselor(s) is hired.

The Alumni Career Counselor will assist mission critical work for our students and alumni, including but not limited to the below tasks.

Counseling law school alums on an individual basis regarding career planning and job search strategies, including self-assessment, networking, and professional skills development.
Creating short and long-term job search action plans and following up with alums as needed regarding the steps to complete action plans.
Reviewing resumes and cover letters, conducting mock interviews, and advising law alums about job search, applications, and placements.

FLSA

Nonexempt

Salary Details

$40-$60/hr

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs

Position Status

Part Time

Working Hours

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 may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

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. Also requires a minimum of three to five years of relevant professional experience in an administrative and/or supervisory function, excellent communication skills, and computer literacy.
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Requires a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education/experience in the discipline. A master’s degree in a specialized discipline may be required, particularly in research, project management or managerial positions. Also requires a minimum of five years experience and/or increasing functional responsibility in a leadership/managerial role. With a master’s degree requirement, a minimum of three years of related experience is acceptable. Excellent communication skills and computer literacy.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Juris Doctor
Possesses in-depth knowledge of legal environments and legal practice experience
At least five years of experience in advising law students and alums in a law school setting
In-depth knowledge of the legal profession and a working knowledge of perimeter professions.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, and counseling skills.
Ability to work independently and manage individual priorities and projects without continuous supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to aggressively market the law school to attorneys, recruiters and other legal professionals and employers
Demonstrates exemplary judgment and be able to make decisions independently within defined practices and procedure
Possesses exemplary administrative, analytical, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, as well as excellent oral and written proficiency

Equipment Utilized

Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Must be familiar with or learn the office equipment, software, and specialized programs and/or materials needed to support the effective and efficient performance of this position.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Some travel and regular evening hours

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Open Date

12/04/2025

Posting Close Date

03/04/2026

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-Newark

Home Location Campus

Rutgers University-Newark

City

Newark

State

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement