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Program Coordinator II (Civic Education)

Rutgers University

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United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Jun 09, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Program Coordinator II (Civic Education)
Job Category	URA-AFT Administrative
Department	Eagleton Institute of Politics
Overview	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Program Coordinator II (Civic Education) for the Eagleton Institute of Politics. The Program Coordinator II will create opportunities to strengthen democracy at Rutgers University. The Center for Youth Political Participation celebrates and supports political learning and engagement among young people through research, public service and education, driven by the potential impact of Gen Z on American democracy. Comprised of longstanding signature programs; RU Ready, RU Voting, and the Young Elected Leaders Project, CYPP encourages young adults to see themselves as part of the political process at all stages of life. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Assists with the coordination, implementation, and expansion of the Lab's Center for Youth Political Participation. Supports the RDL's efforts to create a culture of civic learning across campus, including by building strategic partnerships, coordinating a visiting scholars program, and communicating lessons to a wider audience. Supports the Center for Youth and Political Participation (CYPP) at the Rutgers Democracy Lab and help integrate its programs into the wider mission of the Rutgers Democracy Lab and Eagleton Institute of Politics. We are a collaborative team. On occasion, all members are asked to participate in Institute-wide and/or cross-team project
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	03
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	52602.480
Mid Range Salary	64788.980
Maximum Salary	76975.480
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	Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours	37.50
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, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.
Union Description	URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree in political science, communications, or a related field, and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of program coordination, organization, facilitation, and social media promotion/outreach.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Good communication, interpersonal skills and computer literacy. Ability to be very organized, efficient, detail oriented and self-driven. Experience with social media outreach. Comfortable working for an organization that is political yet non-partisan and straddles the worlds of politics and academia.
Preferred Qualifications	Program coordination and event logistics experience in a nonprofit space, as well experience supervising undergraduate students. Experience with community organizing.
Equipment Utilized	Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Planner, etc.), email programs such as Civi CRM, website editing (Wordpress, Drupal, etc), social media tools and pages., Canva, and Rutgers management platforms
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Eagleton offices are located within a historic building with no elevator. The duties of this position regularly involve navigating stairs numerous times a day. An applicant may request a reasonable accommodation if they have a disability that restricts them in their ability to climb and/or navigate stairs.
Special Conditions	This position requires availability to work evenings occasionally during the academic year and some weekends. Please note that this position is paid from a five-year gift, and continuation is contingent upon available funds.

Posting Details

Posting Number	26ST1201
Posting Open Date	06/09/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Douglass (RU-New Brunswick)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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