Senior Coordinator Staff Relations

Responsibilities

• Lead the Strategic Organizational Support (SOS) unit to guide workforce planning, recruitment strategy, and organizational design.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to Employee Services and IP&O leadership, hiring managers, and supervisors.
• Oversee SOS programs and provide consultative services to ensure employment actions are compliant and strategically aligned.
• Supervise staff members in support of SOS operations, including intake coordination and documentation management.
• 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in higher education administration, public administration, management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven experience in an administrative function.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy and proficiency with office technology.
• Valid Driver's License and ability to travel between university campuses.

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.
• 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 workforce of approximately 2,700 staff and is responsible for critical institutional strategic initiatives and business operations across the State of New Jersey.