Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Research Project Assistant |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) |
| Department |
School of Criminal Justice |
| Overview |
The School of Criminal Justice at Rutgers University-Newark was founded in 1974 by an act of the New Jersey Legislature-the only school in America with this kind of legal charter. Its purposes have always been to (1) produce scholarship of the highest quality on crime and justice (2) provide state and local justice agencies with crucial evidence and consultation about the policy and practice of criminal justice, and (3) produce graduates who take their places as productive and respected scholars in the field. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers University- Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking a Research Project Assistant.
This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:
- Provides routine and nonroutine information and data explanations to NPSC's community partner organizations.
- This position requires minimum skills in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and/or data analysis to perform place-based data analyses in support of NPSC's Data-Informed Community Engagement (DICE) programs and activities.
- Maintains an updated list of partners' contact information and collaborates with other NPSC staff members on event planning and scheduling
- Attends and actively participates in community meeting discussions and shares data and analysis explanations with community partner organizations.
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| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Hours Per Week |
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| Daily Work Shift |
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| Work Arrangement |
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at
https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu. |
| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Grade |
03 |
| Position Salary |
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| Annual Minimum Salary |
50065.00 |
| Annual Mid Range Salary |
62252.00 |
| Annual Maximum Salary |
74438.00 |
| 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.
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| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
ABP |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- The position requires a bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- It requires intermediate to advanced GIS and MS Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) skills. The ability to disseminate information clearly and concisely, be flexible and adapt to changing needs and time pressures, and build strong relationships with community partners.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- Preferred certification and/or proven experience using Risk Terrain Modeling (RTM).
- Preferred experience of 2 to 5 years conducting outreach, community engagement, or case management.
- Resides in the City of Newark or within close proximity.
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| Equipment Utilized |
- Capacity to use a computer and specialized GIS software (provided).
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
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| Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
24ST2889 |
| Posting Open Date |
12/26/2024 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-Newark |
| Home Location Campus |
Rutgers University-Newark |
| City |
Newark |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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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 |
Rutgers University
Dec 26, 2024