Community Engaged Learning Leader - FY27

Hours/Week: 15

Expected Term: September 2026 - May 2027

Compensation: $16.00 

About TCNJ

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four-year graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges “most likely to pay off financially,” and U.S. News & World Report rates it the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the northeast.

Position Overview:

As a CEL Leader, you will play a vital role within the First-Year Community Engaged Learning (FYCEL) program. FYCEL is a graduation requirement completed by first-year students through FYC 100 which is a two-week course featuring three classroom sessions and a half-day of community service addressing unmet regional needs.

CEL Leaders are the driving force (quite literally!) behind this program. We train you to manage logistics, drive 12-passenger vans, and facilitate weekly service trips. If you love working with people, care about making a difference, and want to develop leadership skills, this is the role for you.

Required Qualifications:

• You MUST have a FULL LICENSE (Not Provisional).
  • You do not need to have driving experience of large vans or college vehicles. 
• A proven track record of excellent time management and commitment to scheduled shifts.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• A genuine enjoyment for working with diverse groups of people.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and collaborative problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities:

• Attend and complete all required trainings.

• Safely operate 12-passenger vans to transport first-year students to and from community service sites.

• Meet students before shifts, take attendance, and guide them through their service experience.

• Represent TCNJ professionally while building positive relationships with first-year students and local community partners. 

Required Trainings: 

• SafeColleges Online Van Training 

• CEL Leader responsibilities Training 

• In-Person van driving training with CEL staff

Learning Objectives: 

• Leadership skills leading groups of students 

• Effective written and oral communication 

• Problem solving 

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.

Employer Qualifications

Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).

Accommodation:

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact the hiring department listed on this application.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a  resume. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis based on our needs.

The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and talents of all members of our community and strive to create an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and integrity.