Community Services Coordinator

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Nov 01, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Community Services Coordinator
Job Category	Staff & Executive
Department	Epi-Cancer Health Disparity
Overview	Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves. Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities. Curiosity and Discovery, Integrity, Collaboration, Cultivating Diversity, Respect and Caring, Perseverance.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Community Services Coordinator within the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey. This individual will perform a wide variety of administrative and support services for the ScreenNJ Program managed by the Rutgers Cancer Health Equity Center of Excellence (CHECoE). This position is responsible for providing various logistical support for ScreenNJ partnership development, assisting in the planning and execution of departmental activities such as ScreenNJ partnership coordination, training, and community grant support. This also includes support of ScreenNJ resources, activities, and budgets to ensure cross-functional alignment, progress towards goals, and consistent communication to partners, staff, funders, and other stakeholders. Among the key duties for this position are the following: Responsible for the administrative support of the CHECoE and ScreenNJ Community Grant program including the Request for Application (RFP) and review process, award notifications, routine monitoring to ensure program progress, reporting, and invoicing, and leveling up performance concerns to manager for guidance and resolution. Coordinates individualized technical assistance and partnership development meetings and communications with Community Grant recipients and healthcare partner organizations. Coordinates monthly scheduled partner resource sharing, technical assistance, and education meetings. Coordinates and supports strategic efforts and effective communication development, including editing, and distribution to engage patients, partners, and community members in cancer prevention and early detection programs and services. Maintains and updates knowledge, skills, and abilities related to job duties and ScreenNJ program activities, services, and partner needs.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	23S
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	64244.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	76976.00
Annual Maximum Salary	91311.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	HPAE 5094
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts, Public or Business Administration, the Social Sciences or a related field, plus three (3) years of relevant work experience in a business office, government agency, university or similar setting. Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the education requirements.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database, reporting tools and technical applications such as Qualtrics, Google forms, and InfoReady. Expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as significant proficiency with the Internet, is required. Excellent oral and written communication skills and a highly professional demeanor in person and on the telephone; strong communication skills with diverse populations. Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, community health advocates, and members of the public; solid relationship-building and interpersonal skills. Excellent coordination skills, including multitasking, time management, and setting priorities on work assignments. High degree of independence, flexibility, initiative, and commitment. Demonstrated awareness and value of cultural competence.
Preferred Qualifications	Interest in and knowledge of health disparities / health equity. Knowledge and understanding of public health, healthcare, and health education principles and practices. Master's Degree in Public Health, Social Work, Education, or another field relevant to this position Four (4) or more years of relevant work experience. Prior experience coordinating logistics, procurement, and related support for community services and/or affairs.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs. Office environment. Moderate noise.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST2563
Posting Open Date	10/31/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

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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.

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