Senior Program Coordinator

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Senior Program Coordinator Job Category URA-AFT Administrative Department Chancellor

• New Brunswick Overview

The purpose of the Office of the Vice Provost for Research (OVPR) is to support the faculty and scholars (undergraduates, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellow/associates) of Rutgers

• New Brunswick in advancing their preeminence in research and scholarship through fostering innovations, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community engaged scholarship. The OVPR serves as a strategic partner in New Brunswick advocating for resources, developing communication/opportunities, and supporting seed funding initiatives, to promote an inclusive culture for research and scholarship. The Office also provides advice and planning for university-wide research initiatives and priorities including its Centers and Institutes, supporting New Brunswick and its cross-campus and Chancellor-led units' research infrastructure development, working closely with the central University Office for Research and Office of Institutional Research and Academic Planning.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Senior Program Coordinator for the Office of the Vice Provost for Research (OVPR). This position is a 100% appointment and reports to the Director for Research Development & Strategy with a dotted line to the Program Development Specialist.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Handles operations and administration, event planning, calendar, project coordination, research development, and special projects for the OVPR.

• Facilitates NB strategic priorities as it pertains, but not limited to, faculty, students, and postdoctoral associates' research and professional advancement.

• Builds intellectual communities.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Nonexempt 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

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• Two (2) years of relevant experience.

Certifications/Licenses

• A valid driver's license would be required for this position; Use of personal vehicle in order to travel for business demands.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively and collegially with faculty and staff.

• Ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in program coordination, event planning a plus.

• Experience in research administration and/or research development or an interest to learn.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to pick up 10-15 pounds of event materials/supplies.

• Ability to climb stairs.

• Required to travel to on-site and off-site events using own vehicle.

Special Conditions

• Clean Driving Record.

Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST1450 Posting Open Date 06/24/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Rutgers University

• New Brunswick City New Brunswick 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 or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have two (2) years of relevant experience?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents