Program Coordinator I

Ranked #43 in U.S. News & World Report's list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University-Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers-Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University-Camden among its "Best Bang for the Buck" universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers-Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.

Rutgers University-Camden is seeking a Program Coordinator I (Infant/Toddler Specialist) for the CCR&R. The Infant/Toddler Specialist will provide technical assistance, professional development offerings and comprehensive services to aid and enhance the development of licensed child care centers and registered family child care providers serving infants and toddlers within Atlantic and Cape May counties. The Infant/Toddler Specialist will help providers reach quality goals, enhance health and safety standards, implement the birth to three early learning guidelines, and implement best practices in infant and toddler care. The position will also collect critical data to support child care program assessment and development of new programs outlined by the NJ Division of Family Development.

This is a grant funded position contingent upon the availability of funds to support it.

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.

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

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education required;
Must obtain certification for Infant/Toddler Care ( PITC) within one year of hire;
Must be registered with the NJ Workforce Registry, maintain membership in the Registry and become an approved Trainer through the Registry Instructor Approval System;
Five (5) years of experience working directly with Infant/Toddler programs, preferably with the birth - 3 population;

Must have knowledge and training in the Infant/Toddler Environmental Rating Scale ( ITERS); Complete the ITS- SIDS training within 2 months of hire; and have a familiarization with facilitating and supporting community of practice and peer to peer partnerships.
Strong written and interpersonal communication skills; Ability to effectively communicate and execute established plans and policies; Strong organizational skills to complete work that is accurate, relevant, and timely; and must have a drivers license, in good standing.

Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Knowledge of Microsoft Office products

The candidate must have a valid drivers license and dependable transportation. Candidate must be able to engage with infants and toddlers in floor activities.
The work environment is split between the assigned office and field, where site visits, on-site technical assistance and trainings are completed.