Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Business Assistant II |
| Job Category |
URA-AFT Administrative |
| Department |
Athletics Finance & Admin |
| Overview |
The Rutgers Division of Intercollegiate Athletics sponsors 24 intercollegiate sports, comprised of 14 women's and 10 men's programs, that compete at the Division I level. The Scarlet Knights are members of the prestigious Big Ten Conference, the nation's premier academic and athletic conference, after officially joining the league on July 1, 2014. Known as "The Birthplace of College Football, Rutgers hosted Princeton on Nov. 6, 1869 in the first intercollegiate football game, with RU earning a 6-4 victory. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Business Assistant II for the Athletics Finance & Administration department. This position supports the daily operations of the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics by managing key administrative and financial functions.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Handles employee onboarding, contract processing, payroll administration, accounts payable, and data compilation for reporting purposes.
- Manages the Kronos timekeeping system to ensure accurate payroll processing and serves as the primary liaison for all payroll-related matters.
- Manages employee onboarding and offboarding in the University's PeopleSoft system, ensuring the completion of contracts, confidentiality agreements, background checks, and other required documentation.
- Maintains the departmental staff database, posting job vacancies in the ROCS system, and supporting the implementation of process improvements to streamline internal operations.
- Ensures compliance with university policies and labor regulations.
- Handles various accounting and administrative tasks, including onboarding game day staff and processing purchase orders and check requests for submitted invoices.
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Grade |
03 |
| Salary Details |
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| Minimum Salary |
52602.480 |
| Mid Range Salary |
64788.980 |
| Maximum Salary |
76975.480 |
| Offer Information |
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. |
| Benefits |
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. |
| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Working Hours (per week) |
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| Standard Hours |
37.50 |
| Daily Work Shift |
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| Work Arrangement |
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| Union Description |
URA-AFT Administrative |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
ABP |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in business administration, accounting, finance or Human Resources; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and practices (GAAP).
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| Certifications/Licenses |
- A valid driver's license would be required for this position; Use of personal vehicle in order to travel for business demands.
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Thorough understanding and application of concepts, theories, principles, practices, terminology, and applied bases of accounting.
- Working knowledge of Excel and Access software.
- Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Relevant financial/accounting function experience in sports management.
RIAS/PeopleSoft knowledge.
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
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| Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
25ST1457 |
| Posting Open Date |
07/11/2025 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
All applicants must complete and attach in the "Applicant Document" section under "Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete Form" the Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete form (provided in the link below)
https://scarletknights.com/documents/2019/9/13/IAWP_Affirmation_Fillable.pdf |
| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Busch (RU-New Brunswick) |
| City |
Piscataway |
| 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 |
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