Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Admissions Officer (Multiple Vacancies)
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Admissions
Department	Admissions - Nwk
Overview	The Office of Graduate and Undergraduate Admissions at Rutgers University–Newark (RU-N) works in collaboration with the following schools to recruit, communicate, and yield new graduate and undergraduate students:  Graduate School Newark (GSN) School of Arts and Sciences-Newark (SASN) Rutgers Business School-Newark (RBS-Nwk) School of Criminal Justice (SCJ) School of Public Affairs and Administration (SPAA) The Admissions team provides information to interested prospective students and families and reviews undergraduate applications to help determine which students are admitted to RU-N. Graduate applications and decisions are reviewed at the school level, while all graduate applications and documents are processed through the Office of Graduate and Undergraduate Admissions.
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 an Admissions Officer. Reporting to the Director, the Admissions Officer, promotes the University’s mission by empowering prospective students, families, and educators with the information and tools needed to understand and navigate the college admissions process at Rutgers University – Newark. This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: Primarily work with transfer students Cross trains to work with, recruit, and enroll first-year students Works together with a team to develop and implement strategic recruitment efforts, assist with NJCC transcript evaluations, read applications, and make decisions in the selection processes for all undergraduate students in order to achieve general university, specific school/college, and department enrollment goals, while providing exceptional service to prospective and enrolling students and their families Communicates effectively to all colleagues through regular and planned communication and/or meetings so that information and updates have been passed accurately and timely to those who require it. Is accurate and demonstrates true commitment to quality work in all aspects of the job This position will involve evening and weekend hours. Since frequent travel is required, the Admissions Officer must have access and use of a personal vehicle. The Admissions Officer must also be able to manage other duties as assigned throughout the year demonstrating his/her capability to learn new information, understand it and use that information to be effective in the position.
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, 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	Exempt
Grade	05
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	63518.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	79089.000
Annual Maximum Salary	94659.000
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, plus two years of relevant experience that demonstrates skills in higher education admission counseling
Certifications/Licenses	A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle are required to perform the duties of this position
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Requires good communication skills and computer literacy skills in industry-standard software Master’s degree in a related field can be substituted for experience
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized	Successful application with geo-market research and enrollment planning tools as well as multiple computer software and website applications is critical Excellent communication skills are essential. Admissions Officer uses the entirety of the Microsoft Office platform – WORD (for standard word processing,) PowerPoint (for presentations,) Access (for data management,) Excel (for report production,) and Publisher Additionally, the Admissions Officer will have knowledge of the Admissions systems including, but not limited to Salesforce, Perceptive Content, Marketing Cloud and the Enrollment System Demonstrated evidence of program goal achievement is critical component in qualifying for the position
Physical Demands and Work Environment	This position will involve evening and weekend hours Since frequent travel is required, the Admissions Officer must have access and use of a personal vehicle The Admissions Officer must also be able to manage other duties as assigned throughout the year demonstrating his/her capability to learn new information, understand it and use that information to be effective in the position Must be able to lift and carry large quantities of recruitment materials
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST2842
Posting Open Date	10/30/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
City	Newark
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 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. 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

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