New

Big Ten Fellow

Rutgers University

life insurance, employee discount

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Apr 08, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Big Ten Fellow
Posting Number	26TM0138
Department	Intercollegiate Athletics
Overview	The Rutgers Division of Intercollegiate Athletics sponsors 24 intercollegiate sports, comprised of 14 women's and 10 men's programs, that compete at the Division I level. The Scarlet Knights are members of the prestigious Big Ten Conference, the nation's premier academic and athletic conference, after officially joining the league on July 1, 2014. Known as "The Birthplace of College Football, Rutgers hosted Princeton on Nov. 6, 1869 in the first intercollegiate football game, with RU earning a 6-4 victory. The Scarlet Knights for Life program assists all (more than 700) Rutgers student-athletes from 24 NCAA Division I intercollegiate sports in achieving success during and after college through opportunities for career development, community engagement, and personal enrichment. This program provides career, leadership, and personal development customized around interest, class year, and future goals; prioritizes community service and civic engagement initiatives; promotes unity across all sports and collective peer leadership through the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee ( SAAC); and engages alumni (including Letterwinners) with current student-athletes through mentorship, programs, and events
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Big Ten Fellow for Intercollegiate Athletics. This position allows for the incumbent to be exposed to a wide variety of internal and external athletic functions, while building skills and a portfolio in all areas to support their continuation of a career in college athletics. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Supports the basic daily needs and functions for the Scarlet Knights For Life program. Assists with maintaining accurate and current records of letterwinners and student-athletes in tracking databases to help with outreach, event planning, and engagement activities. Helps student-athletes use the Teamworks engagement platform by providing basic guidance and support; assist with posting and promoting events through the system. Enters and updates information in tracking systems to make sure all programs and opportunities are included; help create simple reports to show participation and engagement data. Provides general support for database updates and maintenance; assist in developing and sharing student-athlete profiles to help highlight their achievements and increase their visibility. Helps with the planning and setup of events, programs, and workshops, including tasks like preparing materials, coordinating onsite logistics, and assisting with post-event surveys and feedback. Provides support for diversity and inclusion efforts, especially through SAAC activities, and assist with related initiatives as part of the Rutgers Athletics Inclusive Community Council. Assists in organizing student-athlete groups based on shared career interests by helping with communication, scheduling, and connecting participants to relevant programs, study sessions, and peer resources. Assists with various projects and events by helping with outreach to letterwinners through email, phone, and in-person interactions at events, and by supporting coordination with community partners for service-related programs. Helps gather and summarize information on generational learning preferences, workshop styles, and communication habits to support the team in designing student-athlete programming. Supports the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) by attending meetings, preparing basic meeting materials, and helping with follow-up tasks both in person and online.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Salary Details	35,000
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	Part Time
Working Hours	30
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position requires a fully on-site work arrangement and may be eligible for a compressed workweek or a flex workday schedule. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment	Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	High School diploma or an equivalent combination of education and/or up to 4 years of relevant experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	.
Preferred Qualifications	Bachelors degree. Participation as an NCAA student-athlete.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Open Date	04/07/2026
Posting Close Date	04/15/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicants	All applicants must complete and attach in the "Applicant Document" section under "Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete Form" the Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete form (provided in the link below) https://scarletknights.com/documents/2025/6/12/IAWP_Affirmation.pdf
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
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