HR Staff Associate

Rutgers University; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employees

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University-Camden is seeking an HR Staff Associate to provide front-line service to university employees and the public, handling onboarding documents, addressing routine to complex HR issues, and supporting department projects. The role reports to the Assistant Director in Human Resources and requires a high level of confidentiality and exemplary customer service.

This full-time, on-site position emphasizes teamwork with campus units, scheduling, file management, procurement, and budget

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in HR, business administration, or related field.
• Ability to multi-task, handle inquiries on the fly, and maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
• Strong business writing, positive demeanor, and reliable interpersonal communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-line service to university employees and the public.
• Process time-sensitive onboarding documents and HR issues, resolve or refer as needed.
• Compile reports, maintain logs, and assist in department projects and initiatives.

Skills

Multitasking

Professional communication

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in HR / business administration

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: HR Staff Associate

Job Category: Staff & Executive - Human Resources

Department: Human Resources Camden

Overview: Ranked #46 in U.S. News & World Report's list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University-Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers-Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University-Camden among its "Best Bang for the Buck" universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers-Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.

Posting Summary: The Human Resources Office at Rutgers University-Camden is seeking a dynamic and proactive HR Staff Associate to join the team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for human resources, exceptional organizational skills, and a strong commitment to fostering a positive work environment. The HR Staff Associate will report to the Assistant Director in Human Resources at Rutgers University-Camden and is responsible for providing front-line service to university employees and the public, processing a variety of time-sensitive documents related to employee onboarding, resolving or referring a variety of routine to complex human resource issues, compiling reports, procedures, maintaining logs, and assisting in department projects and initiatives. The HR Staff Associate will assist with ongoing employee recognition programs and other events as required. Additionally, the HR Staff Associate will provide direct administrative support to the Rutgers University-Camden HR Office in the daily operations of the HR function including but not limited to scheduling, file management, procurement functions and routine budget management. The incumbent in this position will maintain positive relationships with internal campus partners as they are expected to work closely with multiple units on a regular basis to ensure the smooth operations of the Camden HR function. The HR Staff Associate may also frequently act as a liaison with the University Human Resources and the OneSource Faculty & Staff Service Center to resolve employee issues and concerns. As a member of the Rutgers Camden HR Team, the incumbent in this position will be expected to operate in a highly-sensitive environment and to maintain high levels of customer and client services, with professionalism and confidentiality.

FLSA: Nonexempt

Grade: 03

Salary Details: Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, within university policy and salary schedules, as well as departmental budgets.

Minimum Salary: 54027.000

Mid Range Salary: 68383.000

Maximum Salary: 82739.000

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: Full Time

Working Hours: 37.5

Standard Hours: 37.50

Daily Work Shift: Day

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

Union Description: Administrators Confidential

Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft

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 experience in human resources, business administration or related. Must be able to multi-task, field inquires on the fly and respond to all with a professional demeanor. This position has access to confidential material and must treat as such.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Office administration (typing, data input, phone calls, email exchanges) must all be done in a positive and professional manner at all times. Must be able to prioritize and perform multiple and varied tasks in a fast-paced, service-focused setting; professional demeanor, courtesy, discretion, sound judgment, and reliability are essential in the performance of this position; requires effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills including knowledge of proper business writing style and format; strong word processing and computer skills in Windows to include Microsoft Office applications are necessary. Must be able to efficiently navigate through web and PC-based applications.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference for candidates with an HR operations background with at least two years of experience in a human resources or higher education setting. Experience with E-Verify and HRIS systems is preferred.

Equipment Utilized: MS Office, copier, fax machine, general office supplies and equipment.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: Occasional travel to Rutgers University-New Brunswick or Rutgers University-Newark campuses may be required.

Posting Details

Posting Number: 26ST1791

Posting Open Date: 09/16/2026

Regional Campus: Rutgers University-Camden

Home Location Campus: Rutgers University-Camden

City: Camden

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