Senior Coordinator Staff Relations

Responsibilities

• Lead the Strategic Organizational Support (SOS) unit to provide workforce planning, recruitment strategy, and organizational design advisory services.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership, hiring managers, and supervisors regarding recruitment readiness and organizational design.
• Supervise staff members to ensure high-quality service delivery, consistency, and compliance across all SOS functions.
• Represent the division at recruitment fairs, outreach events, and workforce development initiatives.
• Support inclusive hiring pathways by working with neurodivergent candidates, community partners, and internal stakeholders to align with DEI goals.
• Oversee SOS programs to ensure employment actions are strategically aligned and operationally sound.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in higher education administration, public administration, management, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Minimum of two years of relevant professional experience.
• Valid Driver’s License with a safe driving record.
• Proven administrative professional experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer literacy and office technology.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans.
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (where applicable).
• Life insurance coverage and employee discount programs.

About the Company

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading research institution. The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) manages a diverse workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, overseeing critical institutional strategic initiatives and business operations across the State of New Jersey, including facilities, public safety, transportation, and housing.