Admissions Officer

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Admissions Officer 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 and yield new graduate and undergraduate students to the university:

• 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)

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 Assistant 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 works with first-year students

• Cross trains to work with, recruit, and enroll transfer students

• Works together with a team to develop and implement strategic recruitment efforts, application and 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 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

• Accurate and demonstrates true commitment to quality work in all aspects of the job

• Manages other duties as assigned throughout the year demonstrating the capability to learn new information, understand it and use that information to be effective in the position

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 the 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.

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,
• Requires 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.

• Demonstrated evidence of program goal achievement

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Salesforce, Perceptive Content, Marketing Cloud and data reporting and analytics.

Equipment Utilized

• Geo-market research and enrollment planning tools and multiple computer software and website applications

• 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

• Admissions systems including, but not limited to Salesforce, Perceptive Content, Marketing Cloud and the Enrollment System

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Involves evening and weekend hours

• Since frequent travel is required, the Admissions Officer must have access and use of a personal vehicle.

• 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 24ST1161 Posting Open Date 05/22/2024 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 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

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• High School Diploma/GED

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• Ph.D.

• Do you have a minimum of two years of relevant experience that demonstrates skills in higher education admission counseling?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle are required to perform the duties of this position?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents