Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Adminstrative Assistant
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support
Department	NB Regional Center
Overview
Posting Summary	Rutgers University-Newark, an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking an Administrative Assistant. Reporting to the Regional Director in Small Business Development Center (SBDC). This position will provide general office administrative duties and SBDC client management and monitoring functions such as handling center inquiries email, reception duties and customer service duties. This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: Monitors and provides maintenance on the SBDC client database with confidentiality Assists with event planning, registration, client communication, organizing and coordination Coordinates marketing and outreach for SBDC Assists the Assists Regional Director with special projects Coordinates and prepares promotional materials; liaise with suppliers, and vendors and oversees the maintenance of all promotional materials Assists with the monitoring of the Center’s grant and program income accounts and is responsible for accurate bookkeeping of the Center’s financial records, PeopleSoft financial management system, and in-house financial accounting procedures as well as manages PeopleSoft purchasing system and procedures Keeps maintenance of Personnel Data Record and Payroll Authorizations forms with confidentiality Supervises work-study student employees and oversees part-time workers Coordinates training and event schedules, onsite training procedures, and all training logistics arrangements as well as responsible for the coordination of all training program reporting in the SBDC events database system Conducts initial client needs assessments for small business clients and directs them to appropriate program services
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
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, 2023. 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
Annual Minimum Salary	44831.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	55743.000
Annual Maximum Salary	66655.000
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 . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of office administration, organization, coordination, facilitation, bookkeeping and/or report writing. Also requires good communication skills and computer literacy.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications	Independent thinking, ability to initiate ideas and execute projects independently, decision-making abilities, attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and impeccable organizational skills with the ability to manage organizational operational requirements and program compliance High technology competencies (computer, Internet, website) and use of basic computer software (Excel, MS Office, Word, PowerPoint, database application, etc.) Social Media capability and knowledge of financial worksheets Experience in business, marketing; sales, financial management, and/or customer service a plus. Familiarity with grant management and SBA regulations a plus.
Equipment Utilized	NJSBDC Intranet IC client management database system. ScholarChip Online Payment Gateway and PeopleSoft financial systems. Blackboard access, posting and document review.Website management & maintenance. Constant Contact Electronic Marketing Portal. PeopleSoft HCM database management of employee and consultant time.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST0564
Posting Open Date	03/21/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

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Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received a booster (where eligible) against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Employees who are not eligible for a booster at the time of an offer of employment must provide proof they have received a booster upon eligibility and upload proof of same. 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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