Program Development Administrator

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Program Development Administrator Job Category URA-AFT Administrative Department Engn- Ctr Adv Infrastructure Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Program Development Administrator for the School of Engineering. Reports to the Executive Director of the Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation (CAIT) and works independently with minimal supervision within broadly defined work objectives of the center's programs.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Researches and analyzes funding agencies and organizations to identify potential funding sources for specific projects and programs.

• Establishes working relationships with funding agencies and organizations, and facilitates the discussion concerning research opportunities, and collaborates with faculty and staff to develop areas of potential research; and develops successful proposals.

• Provides consultative support and creates activities and resources that support the proposal and submission process; information on funding requirements; up-to-date availability of upcoming government, corporate, and foundation grants; fellowships/scholarships; and other relevant information.

• Reviews budgets; makes proposal presentation recommendations; develops management plans, evaluation plans, and instructional information; and creates resources to support faculty and staff with the grant submission process.

• Responsible for developing plans that focus on increasing research and outreach grant funding within the Center and consults with the Director, Executive and Associate Directors, faculty, and university administrators to execute and implementing this strategy through outreach efforts to sponsors and faculty.

• Develops the organizational and strategic planning programs that the position is responsible for implementing.

• Will be providing input and guidance regarding the organization's research strengths and weaknesses, and strategically assessing and recommending which opportunities align with the organization's capabilities and capacity.

• The goal is to generate additional grants and funding to strategically increase the visibility of the center.

• Facilitates collaborative relationships between the Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation (CAIT) and other units and departments within the university.

• Conducts analysis of grant activity in these disciplines and is responsible for the development and preparation of annual and related reports.

• This position will be required to become fluent in all related grant administration and budget portals used by Rutgers University, as well as any online platforms used by program sponsors, such as Grants.gov, SAGE, and others.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement FLSA Exempt Grade 07 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 83547.000 Annual Mid Range Salary 104140.000 Annual Maximum Salary 124733.000 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 with at least five years relevant experience in a leadership or grant management role of increasing responsibility in research administration, or other relevant field that includes development, facilitation, and submission of successful grant proposals.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Requires knowledge of major sponsors' policies and procedures and of business principles and practices governing grants; skills composing, editing, planning, organizing, integrating information, making decisions, and attaining results; collaborative, diplomatic, and negotiating skills for diverse university, business, and government constituencies; excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; the ability to work effectively as part of a team; and computer literacy to include web-based granting agency technologies.

• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills and be knowledgeable of persuasion techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• A master's degree is preferred.

• Previous experience and knowledge of Rutgers University grant preparation and delivery policies and procedures is highly preferred.

• High degree of professionalism and tactfulness. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills and highly valued knowledge of the university environment, and computing.

• Proven ability to operate effectively and efficiently in a self-directed and self motivated environment; and ability to prioritize the work of self and others in a dead-line oriented environment

• Previous interactions with transportation funding agencies; NJDOT, FHWA, and USDOT.

• Previous experience at a university transportation center or other federal program that encompasses several federal programs.

• Experience in higher education environment highly valued, knowledge of the university environment, and computing systems are critical.

• Ability to operate effectively and efficiently in a self-directed and self-motivated environment.

• Ability to prioritize the work of self and others in a dead-line oriented environment.

• Attention to detail.

• Strong oral and writing skills.

Equipment Utilized

• Grant administration and budget portals used by Rutgers University, as well as any online platforms used by program sponsors, such as Grants.gov, SAGE, and others.

Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions

• Requires occasional travel within New Jersey. May have limited travel out of state to attend meetings. Will be conducting on-site reviews of all subcontractors on a periodic basis to ensure compliance.

Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST0728 Posting Open Date 04/05/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City Piscataway 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 (*).

• Do you have a bachelor's degree with at least five years relevant experience in a leadership or grant management role of increasing responsibility in research administration, or other relevant field that includes development, facilitation, and submission of successful grant proposals?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents