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External Applicant Instructions

Please upload your resume/CV for automatic population of information to your Kean application.

Your contact information, work experience and education will be automatically filled in. Please review all fields – you will need to verify that the data is accurate.

In the “My Experience” section, you will find a resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and any other supporting documents you may wish to submit.

Educational Opportunity Fund Program

EOF Student Development Specialist

Under the general direction of the Director of the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Program and the direct supervision of the Associate Director of the EOF Program, the Student Development Specialist (Professional Services Specialist 2) provides comprehensive academic, personal (as it pertains to academic progress) and career counseling guidance to a diverse student population and facilitates EOF Program efforts to address student retention and initiatives within the Program. The Specialist will support program objectives to ensure that all students obtain their baccalaureate degree and pursue professional fields of work or graduate studies consistent with the Kean University’s dual mission of access and academic excellence.

This position is partially funded by a grant through the State of New Jersey. Future employment is contingent upon supporting grant funds. _This position requires travel and a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours._

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a Master’s degree and three years of professional experience in an institution of higher education providing student support services or counseling services is required. Experience in higher education specifically related to personal, academic and career counseling for educationally and financially disadvantaged students is preferred. Candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills and computer literacy, including the ability to use Microsoft Office programs, computer databases and technologies, such as web-based services and social media.

Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. **Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references.** Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.

In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated annual salary range for this position is: $73,899.90 – $84,980.24 (Steps 1-4). Salaries for internal applicants will be based on union negotiated calculations. This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to our Kean University Benefits website (https://www.kean.edu/offices/human-resources/benefits) .

Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.

Additional Information

Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml) (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures (https://www.kean.edu/media/reasonable-accomodations) .

Mission Statement

Kean University, New Jersey’s first Urban Research University, creates a world-class, innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching, learning, global research, and impactful public engagement.

EEO/AA Statement

Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer