Sr. Program Administrator

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Nov 13, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Sr. Program Administrator
Job Category	URA-AFT Administrative
Department	SMLR-Extension & Pub Svcs Prog
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 a Sr. Program Administrator for the The Labor Education Action Research Network ( LEARN) at the School of Management and Labor Relations to serve as a labor education specialist who can develop, lead and facilitate labor education programming and administer and promote our growing program. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Designs and leads non-credit programs for working adults, union members and leaders, and labor relations professionals at the labor education center, via online learning tools, as well as around the state of New Jersey at remote sites. Leads and partners with department heads, staff, and external partners on the development and delivery of external-facing as well as university wide initiatives and project strategies that convey key messages, raise awareness, deepen understanding, and increase engagement and adoption among members of the community as well as external stakeholders. Drives decision making on how to engage and expand our audiences through tracking and analysis of data, analytics, and key performance indicators; build on measurement expertise to gauge the effectiveness of communication activities, including the assessment, development, and application of appropriate metrics to measure impact. Designs, promotes, and implements customized programs to meet the needs of our clients as well as coordinating and implementing existing educational programs, often in collaboration with other faculty and staff. Provides supervision and/or oversight of work product for student team members, as needed.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	06
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	75382.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	93917.00
Annual Maximum Salary	112452.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	URA-AFT Administrative
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 a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience. Five (5) years of relevant professional experience in administrative or similar function.
Certifications/Licenses	A valid driver's license would be required for this position; Use of personal vehicle in order to travel for business demands.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Instructional experience and experience working with or for unions and a strong understanding of how unions operate. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Teaching expertise using diverse methodologies to effectively relate to a wide variety of learners from various backgrounds, particularly non-traditional and adult learners. Basic digital skills, including the use of the Microsoft Office suite and the Google suite of apps. Strong commitment to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. Ability to travel around New Jersey to meet with stakeholders, develop, and deliver programming.
Preferred Qualifications	Masters degree in a related field. Personal experience with worker or community organizing, collective bargaining, and grievance handling in the union context. Strong knowledge of and/or experience working with worker organizations, worker centers, or other movement organizations that deal with work and employment issues. Skills with simple graphic design software such as Canva or other, and social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram.
Equipment Utilized	Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite. Social media platforms. Canva for graphic design. Constant Contact for email management.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Ability to travel around New Jersey to meet with stakeholders, develop, and deliver programming.
Special Conditions	Clean Driving Record.

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST2585
Posting Open Date	11/12/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Cook (RU-New Brunswick)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

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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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