Program Assistant

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 58,953 - 83,479; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid vacation

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University is looking for a Program Assistant for the Center for Educational Innovation and Quality (CEIQ) within the School of Nursing. The role includes providing administrative support and coordinating program activities for the Assistant Dean and Director. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience.

This full-time position offers a hybrid work arrangement and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and educational assistance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus two years of experience as an administrative assistant or in program support.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Access with database design skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and program support for the Assistant Dean and Director.
• Coordinate fiscal and regulatory functions within the center.
• Prioritize essential duties and provide resolutions.

Skills

Administrative support

Microsoft Access

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Email programs

Job description

Program Assistant

Job Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Program Assistant for the Center for Educational Innovation and Quality (CEIQ) within the School of Nursing. The Program Assistant will provide administrative and program support for the Assistant Dean and Director of CEIQ. Responsibilities include coordinating administrative, fiscal, contractual, and regulatory aspects of the center, prioritizing essential duties, and providing resolutions when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and program support for the Assistant Dean and Director of CEIQ.
• Coordinate administrative, fiscal, contractual, and regulatory functions within the center.
• Prioritize essential duties and responsibilities and provide resolutions where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus two (2) years of experience as an administrative assistant, program planning, program support, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Access, including database design and query skills, Word, PowerPoint, Windows, common email programs, and browsers.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a fast‑paced team environment.
• Equivalents in education, experience, and/or training may be substituted for the education requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.

Benefits

• 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.

Salary

Minimum Salary: $58,953.00

Mid Range Salary: $70,476.00

Maximum Salary: $83,479.00

Position Details

Position Status: Full Time

Working Hours: 37.50 per week

Standard Hours: 37.50 per week

Daily Work Shift: Day

Work Arrangement: Hybrid work arrangement may be eligible.

Location

City: Newark

State: NJ

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, 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