Rutgers Gardens Day Camp Counselor

Job Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Rutgers Gardens Day Camp Counselor for the 4‑H Camp at Rutgers Gardens program on a five‑week contract (one week of training plus four weeks of program). The position is based at 130 Log Cabin Rd, New Brunswick, NJ, and requires a fully on‑site work arrangement.

• Leads and provides instruction to youth in the program on various activities.

• High School diploma or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Must be 18 years or older.

FLSA: Non‑exempt.

Salary: $15.92 – $20.00 per hour. Final offer may vary based on qualifications, experience and funding.

• 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

Fully on‑site, 40 hours per week, day shift.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of required pre‑employment screenings.

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment commences during Flu Season, Rutgers may require vaccination against seasonal influenza unless a medical or religious exemption is granted. Failure to provide proof of vaccination may result in rescission of offer or disciplinary action.

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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..