Engagement Specialist

Rutgers University

profit sharing, remote work

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Nov 05, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Engagement Specialist
Posting Number	24TM0455
Department	SMLR-Human Resource Management
Overview	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Engagement Specialist for the The Institute for the Study of Employee Ownership and Profit Sharing at the School of Management and Labor Relations to support its marketing and communications strategy. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Develops and implements a strategic marketing and communications plan to strengthen awareness of the Institute and its work among supporters, stakeholders, and prospective stakeholders and target audiences. Identifies market research sources to help target multiple audiences including business owners, professional associations, and Chambers of Commerce Oversees the continued development and use of the Institute brand and strengthen brand identity across key stakeholder audiences. Works in tandem with Institute leadership to identify emerging issues, recognize marketing and communications opportunities and solutions, and define and execute appropriate strategies to support them. Oversees and manages the development and sharing of printed materials and electronic communications. Reviews and prepares copy intended for public consumption to ensure its quality and alignment with strategic communications goals. Designs and edits reports, articles, toolkits, briefs, and other published items, as well as event programs, outreach materials, infographics and other program collateral as needed. Manages communications-related freelancers/vendors as needed to support programs. Develops and manage email and mail communications with key audiences. Curates and develops social media tools or content as needed. Develops and maintains systems for effective communications work, including systems for managing contacts, collateral, and calendars. Contributes to the building of organizational systems and processes that support effective ongoing management and information-sharing. Maintains organization-wide communications calendar, and work with the Director to prioritize and integrate ad hoc work to a preset communications plan. Creates, assembles and maintains key internal collateral (impact data, historical performance, promotional text) to support promotion of the Institute and its work. Supports with editing materials such as funding proposals, grant reports, and donor/funder communications. Liaisons and collaborates with relevant staff and volunteers. Initiates and supports regular methods of communicating with individuals who support and have potential to support the Institute. Participates in staff meetings, discussions, and committees. Liaisons with both Institute and Rutgers University administrative staff.
Position Status
Hours Per Week	up to 40
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Nonexempt
Position Salary	$47.00 - $50.00
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment	Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field. Five years of marketing and communications experience; or an equivalent combination of education/experience in the discipline.
Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Qualifications	Basic design skills and familiarity with print and digital design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and others. Experience or knowledge of working with an academic or research institution.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience writing, copy editing and proofreading. Strong marketing and market research skills, including experience developing digital and social media campaigns. Experience developing and executing strategic marketing and communications plans. Working knowledge of basic office tools (Microsoft Office Suite, CRM systems, social media platforms and applications, online project management systems, online/remote meeting tools). Experience developing and maintaining systems and processes for communications. Familiarity with or interest in employee ownership will be important to cultivate.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Hybrid work arrangement may be available. Must be able to work independently to prioritize and execute day to day tasks, with self-management systems in place to support remote work.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Open Date	11/04/2024
Posting Close Date	11/25/2024
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Livingston (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.

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