Program Associate II

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, Newark

Dec 13, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Program Associate II
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support
Department	Center for PreCollege Programs
Overview
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 a Program Associate II. The Center for PreCollege Programs administers precollege and pipeline programs designed to educate, inspire, and prepare students to be successful in secondary and post-secondary education while promoting a college-going culture. The commitment is to support students by providing opportunities to achieve and grow. The Center for PreCollege Programs ( CPP) includes federal TRIO programs, Talent Search and Upward Bound, University-Assisted Partnerships with local high schools, and the Newark Rutgers Future Scholars Program. The Center for PreCollege Programs facilitates strategic relationships with school districts, community partners, government stakeholders, and collaborative partnerships. This position is responsible for and not limited to the following. This position is responsible for and not limited to the following: Performs professional work to support the program, which requires knowledge of acquisition and general administrative/office management practice Uses strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize work, professionalism, confidentiality, and the ability to be flexible Responsible for all aspects of programming acquisition Order and create requisitions for supplies, conferences, programming, and activities. Assists in training, supervising, evaluating, scheduling, and collecting time reports of work-study student staff and volunteers Assists in campus outreach activities and data tracking. Plans and attends special events Requires early evening and weekend hours The position is dependent on adequate external funding.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	03
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	50065.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	62252.00
Annual Maximum Salary	74438.00
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 in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of Precollege programming
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Must possess a valid NJ driver's license and access to a properly registered vehicle. Requires excellent communication, interpersonal, presentation, and organizational skills. Requires a strong service orientation and interacting effectively with students, educators, staff, and parents. Computer literate and basic math skills. Familiar with Excel and Word. Strong organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications	Bachelor's degree preferred Experience with low-income, first-generation populations Knowledge and understanding of Precollege programming
Equipment Utilized	Computers and other office equipment.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Must be able to lift and move boxes/containers weighing up to 40 pounds. Availability for early evening and Saturday hours.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST2717
Posting Open Date	12/13/2024
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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