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Learning Specialist

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Learning Specialist

Job Category

URA-AFT Administrative

Department

Student Academic Success

Overview

Ranked #46 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.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University-Camden is seeking a Learning Specialist in the Center for Learning and Student Success (CLASS). Reporting to the Assistant Director of CLASS, the Learning Specialist plays a key role in improving student retention and persistence by providing academic support, designing targeted interventions, and leveraging data to address students’ unique challenges. The Learning Specialist delivers individualized and group support to undergraduate students through one-on-one coaching, group coaching, and skill-building sessions tailored to diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities include conducting learning assessments, developing personalized learning plans, and maintaining curriculum materials in the learning management system (Canvas). The Learning Specialist supports the planning and delivery of in-person and virtual programming, utilizing strong technical and content development skills to create effective, real-time, digital, and multimedia learning resources.

Additional duties involve developing and coordinating support services that promote students’ academic preparedness throughout the year, particularly during summer and winter sessions. The Learning Specialist collaborates with campus partners to design and implement academic support interventions grounded in learning theory for students of concern.

Ongoing evaluation of student progress and the effectiveness of academic support services is central to the role. The Learning Specialist collects and analyzes data, including academic performance, participation, retention, and student feedback, to demonstrate impact, support continuous improvement, and ensure that programs remain responsive to student needs.

Finally, the Learning Specialist actively participates in campus outreach and student success initiatives, including resource fairs and orientation programs, to promote services and foster engagement among both new and returning students.

FLSA

Exempt

Grade

Salary Details

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, within university policy and salary schedules, as well as departmental budgets.

Minimum Salary

68278.480

Mid Range Salary

84393.980

Maximum Salary

100509.480

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

37.5

Standard Hours

37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

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.

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

The successful candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, education, humanities, or a related field. Requires at least two years of experience delivering academic learning support for undergraduate students at a university setting, and/or two years of experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of collegiate learning strategies and methodologies for individuals and groups, and/or experience managing the operations of a collegiate learning center.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Additional strongly preferred qualifications:

Minimum of one (1) year of experience developing digital and multimedia content and facilitating educational workshops;
Demonstrated ability to design and implement virtual learning experiences and asynchronous resources for student development.
Strong communication, presentation, project management, and relationship-building skills; excellent computer skills; ability to multitask under busy office conditions; ability to deal with a variety of situations with discretion and confidentiality.
Must be available to work occasional evening and weekend hours in addition to the standard workweek.

The following skills and experience are also required:

Working knowledge of instructional design theory and adult learning principles.
Experience designing and applying assessment strategies to evaluate learning effectiveness.
Ability to process/analyze complex information and effectively communicate it to students, parents, and/or administrators.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Experience with training, public speaking, and/or conducting presentations.
Ability and willingness to work collaboratively.
Attention to detail and the ability to follow through with assisting students

Equipment Utilized

MS Office, internet, tutoring software databases, student information systems, and other computer-based platforms including EAB and Qualtrics. Incumbent may use social media tools to communicate with students and tutors.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Must be available to work occasional evening and weekend hours in addition to the standard workweek.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number

26ST0692

Posting Open Date

04/11/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-Camden

Home Location Campus

Rutgers University-Camden

City

Camden

State

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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, affectional 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/non-discrimination-statement