Job Overview
Rutgers University – Newark, an urban public research anchor institution, is seeking a
Senior Program Coordinator
under the direction of the Senior Director of Development. The position independently manages development, alumni engagement, and alumni communications programs for Rutgers Law School, including planning alumni reunions, overseeing marketing and communication strategies, maintaining the RLaw Connect (Hivebrite) platform, and administering alumni and donor data systems such as Salesforce, Tableau, and Cvent.
Responsibilities
Research, retrieve, and analyze data on donor giving and engagement using Salesforce and Tableau.
Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement to prepare marketing materials, manage vendor hiring, provide customer service, handle registration, and manage logistics for at least six annual class reunions and other alumni receptions.
Assist the Associate Dean with administrative duties, including supervising mailings, transmitting gift checks, processing procurement, and ordering supplies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, public relations, communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of two years of relevant experience in promotions/event planning, fundraising, sales, marketing, or work in a law office.
Strong communication, persuasion, and diplomatic skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with university or nonprofit development environments.
Experience with data reporting, donor communications, and CRM integration.
Experience and aptitude in computer graphics.
Knowledge of the legal profession is a plus.
Proficiency with Salesforce, Tableau, Hivebrite, Microsoft Office Suite, Cvent, Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, and University Marketplace procurement systems.
Physical Demands
Standard office environment; ability to lift event materials up to 25 lbs. occasionally for on‑site event setup.
Benefits
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
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, affectionate 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
on-discrimination-statement .
Supplemental Questions
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
High School Diploma/GED
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Ph.D.
Do you have a minimum of two years of relevant experience in promotions/event planning, fundraising, sales, marketing, or work in a law office?
Yes
No
Have you been in your current position for at least 6 months?
Yes
No
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of Professional References (contact Info)
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Senior Program Coordinator
Rutgers University · Ironbound, NJ, USA ·
- Pay:
- 65.000 - 90.000
- Job type:
- Full Time