Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
NJ Farm Fisher Industry Wellness - Seasonal |
| Posting Number |
25TM0216 |
| Department |
SEBS-Family&CommunityHealthSci |
| Overview |
The New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (
NJAES) is an integral component of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The experiment station provides a diverse range of research, extension, and education programs that serve the people of New Jersey and the urban, suburban, and rural communities in which they live. Through its Cooperative Extension offices in all 21 New Jersey counties, dedicated 4-H agents, Extension specialists, Family & Community Health Sciences educators, and Agriculture and Natural Resources agents work to serve New Jersey residents in every area of the state.
As the health and wellness component of Rutgers Cooperative Extension, the Department of Family & Community Health Sciences (
FCHS) promotes healthy lifestyles and environments for NJ residents and communities with outreach in food, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles. Recognized nationally for its work,
FCHS connects Rutgers University and the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station to communities beyond the campus to build healthy families, schools, and communities. Based locally, in each county,
FCHS supports efforts to meet the health and wellness challenges facing communities throughout the state through engaged civic learning, volunteerism, service, community-based research, education, and integrated efforts and partnerships. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a NJ Farm Fisher Industry Wellness - Seasonal for the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station within the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. This position is responsible for required duties involved in SAMHSA's Northeast & Caribbean Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Center serving
HHS Region 2 (NJ, NY, PR,
USVI). This seasonal worker will work with
FCHS and the New Jersey Director for NeC-
ROTAC at Rutgers University School of Social Work.
This position will be housed in the Rutgers Cooperative Extension office of Cape May County and supervised by the Department of Family & Community Health Sciences. Recognized nationally for its work,
FCHS connects Rutgers University and the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station to communities beyond the campus to build healthy families, schools, and communities.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Delivers training events regarding substance use and wellness to rural stakeholders in New Jersey. The person in this position will deliver or facilitate 3-5 training events by 9/29/2025, with 100 or more attendees who complete GPRA surveys following the event. These events will include (1) Farm Stress Wellness Forum (September 2025), (2) Wellness Wednesday Webinar (Summer 2025), and 3) one or more to be determined events with community-based organizations addressing wellness for people in the farming and fishing industries.
- Facilitates collection of Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) attendee data required by the federal sponsor (SAMHSA).
- Helps build capacity with community partners for future NeC-ROTAC training events to be delivered by FCHS and/or experts identified by the New Jersey Director of the NeC-ROTAC. All activities will align with those required by SAMHSA of the flow-through entity, Rutgers University School of Social Work (RUSSW).
- Supplementally manages, summarizes, and collects primary data (key informant interviews).
- Compiles literature reviews.
- Creates a network of agencies and stakeholders throughout Southern New Jersey.
- Prepares reports around farm, fisher and aquaculture stress and mental health.
- Assists in the collection of data for multiple projects and interact professionally with stakeholders.
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Salary Details |
$23-$35 |
| 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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
- 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
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. |
| Position Status |
Part Time |
| Working Hours (per week) |
Up to 40 |
| Daily Work Shift |
Day |
| Work Arrangement |
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Terms of Appointment |
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Bachelor's degree in social work, public health, human services or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- Two years of related experience.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
- Valid driver's license required.
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Must possess exceptional organizational, communication, and project coordination skills and computer literacy.
- Ability to build relationships, and outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to network and work independently.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Master's degree is preferred in social work, public health, public administration, or related discipline.
- Prior experience in project coordination, evaluation, data collection and analysis, writing reports, and coordination with stakeholders.
- Experience in mental health, treatment, and prevention of addiction. Experience facilitating or presenting to clinical or academic audiences.
- Fluency in Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook, Qualtrics and IBM SPSS software.
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| Equipment Utilized |
- Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook, Qualtrics and IBM SPSS software.
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
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| Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
| Posting Open Date |
05/29/2025 |
| Posting Close Date |
06/19/2025 |
| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Off Campus |
| City |
Cape May Court House |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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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. Affirmative Action/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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement |
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