Education and Communications Assistant

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University in New Jersey is seeking a part-time Education and Communications Assistant for the Marine Outreach program. You will support spring field work, manage data, and assist with on-site educational activities and exhibits.

The role also involves creating instructional materials, delivering class instruction, coordinating registrations, and helping with website content, social media posts, and marketing materials. On-site work is required, with up to 19.5 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience with public outreach and education with various audiences and age groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist with spring field work including sampling, data recording, and equipment maintenance.
• Assist education and public outreach programs (school trips, events, tours).
• Help develop programs including instructional materials, lesson plans, and manage weekly registrations.
• Support other outreach tasks including website content, social media posts, blogs, newsletters, and marketing materials.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Public outreach

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Education and Communications Assistant

Posting Number: 26TM0375

Department: Marine Outreach

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 part-time Education and Communications Assistant for the Department of Marine Outreach within the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences.

• Assists with spring field work related to glass eel monitoring program, such as, routine scheduled sampling, counting and recording and organizing glass eel data, and maintaining sampling equipment.
• Assists with education and public outreach programs which include on and off site school field trips, events and interpretive exhibit tours.
• Assists in the development and implementation of programs including assistance with preparation of instructional materials, class instruction on various marine and estuarine species, development of the knowledge content, activities, and lesson plans for each class, and management of weekly registrations.
• Assists with other education and outreach initiatives as needed, including website development, social media posts, blog & newsletter articles, gathering raw photo & video content, development of marketing and advertisement materials, etc.

FLSA: Nonexempt

Salary Details: $18 - $25.00 per hour

Offer Information: The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits: Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status: Part Time

Working Hours: Up to 19.5 hours per week

Daily Work Shift: Day

Work Arrangement: This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment: Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience with public outreach and education with various audiences and age groups.

Certifications/Licenses:

• A valid driver's license would be required for this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work in a small team setting and collaborative groups.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email and web-based applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, planning, natural resources management, social science or a related field.
• Experience with program and curriculum development and preparation of class lesson plans.
• Familiarity with marine and coastal science concepts and current issues.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Possible night and weekend program responsibilities.

Special Conditions:

• Safe Driving Record.

Posting Details

Posting Open Date: 10/16/2026

Posting Close Date: 11/16/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Regional Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus: Off Campus

City: Tuckerton

State: NJ

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.

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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement