Senior Program Coordinator

The College of New Jersey • Ewing Township, NJ

4d • $60,000 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Program Coordinator organizes, administers, and coordinates multiple facets of programs, projects, and processes related to land use, transportation, and natural resources. Working under the general supervision of a Senior Program Manager, the Coordinator leads the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of program activities, communications, events, and reporting. This role ensures the accuracy and completeness of program deliverables, including compliance with grant agreements, and supports continuous improvement by developing processes, evaluating program effectiveness, and identifying additional resources. The Coordinator serves as a liaison with public and private partners and represents the organization in meetings and public forums. Work is performed with a strong understanding of organizational goals and may be carried out with a moderate degree of independence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, environmental studies, transportation, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in program coordination, administration, or a related function.
• Demonstrated experience in communications, reporting, outreach, and stakeholder coordination.
• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in commonly used office and data management applications.
• Knowledge and interest in municipal land use, transportation, and/or environmental or sustainability programs.
• Strong written, visual, graphic and verbal communication skills, including report writing, document formatting, and public presentations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across internal teams and with external partners, including strong stakeholder engagement, facilitation, and relationship management skills, while exercising sound judgment and attention to detail.
• Understanding of principles and practices of program coordination, project management, and public-sector or nonprofit operations.
• Proficiency in standard office and data management software and communications (e.g., graphic design, spreadsheets, databases, presentation tools).

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with municipalities and or schools in New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute components of program activities, including organizing meetings, events, communications, and technical assistance efforts aligned with program goals.
• Identify, review, and apply sustainability policies, best practices, and emerging models to strengthen the Sustainable Jersey Certification Programs and support municipalities and schools in advancing sustainability initiatives.
• Develop and deliver multi-format communications, including high-level written and graphic materials, to clearly convey complex concepts and terminology to diverse audiences.
• Serve as a primary point of contact with municipal and school partners, agencies, and stakeholders; and as appropriate, represent the organization at meetings and public forums.
• Collect and analyze data; prepare narrative and statistical reports with findings, conclusions, and recommendations to inform decision-making.
• Assist in interpretation of grant requirements, track progress, and ensure timely, accurate completion of deliverables, reports, and documentation.
• Develop and refine program processes, assess service levels, identify gaps, and recruit or coordinate additional resources to strengthen program outcomes.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans
• Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program
• Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program
• Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee affinity groups
• New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.)
• Access to extensive learning opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior