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Unit Admin/Specialist

Rutgers University

life insurance, employee discount

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Mar 03, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Unit Admin/Specialist
Posting Number	26TM0081
Department	Paul Robeson Cultural Center
Overview	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	The Paul Robeson Cultural Center ( PRCC) is seeking a part-time Unit Admin/Specialist to provide operational and administrative support the PRCC staff. Among key duties of the position are the following: Assist with PRCC reservation and calendar processing, scheduling and promotion of events and programs. Assist with staff meeting planning and implementation including preparation, compilation and distribution of materials and event support. Organize and distribute student staff schedule and serve as point of contact for attendance for student staff. Assist with cultural engagement events and programs such as Rites of Passage and Harambee Recognition and others, including event production, promotion and logistics. Utilize technology to streamline event and program promotion. This includes responsibility for data management to extract and post program-specific information on online content management applications for PRCC website and Get Involved. Set-up and break down on-and-offsite rooms and equipment evaluations, data entry, filing, and report distribution. Work with building managers and other PRCC team members to create consistency in workflow and program support by maintaining detailed notes. Provide direct support to PRCC building managers and office assistants. Develop and maintain cohesive relationships with all parties involved with execution of programs; including, but not limited to PRCC staff, student leaders and facility users; university departments and outside vendors. Assume additional responsibilities as required.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Salary Details	$25/hourly
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	19.5
Daily Work Shift
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. Two (2) years of relevant experience in an administrative function.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Must have a highly developed sense of customer service. Strong teamwork and communication skills. Strong technology skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Google suite. Excellent planning and organizational skills, and attention to deadlines. Strong commitment to maintaining consistency and quality of program materials. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, highly demanding work environment. Ability to maintain flexibility and positive attitude when dealing with diverse groups, such as managers, team members, faculty, students, clients from diverse backgrounds, departments within Rutgers University, vendors, etc. Ability to envision and propose new methods to perform tasks; take thoughtful risks; and accept new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results. Ability to anticipate and embrace change; demonstrate willingness to achieve, acquire, and utilize new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions. Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience with applications such as Drupal, Qualtrics, Get Involved, Canvas, Zoom and WebEx. Experience working with African diaspora identity groups. Experience with student leadership and executive board officer positions.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary. Must be able to lift and/or move boxes of supplies/materials (up to 40 lbs.). Some off-site, on-campus travel may be required. This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Open Date	03/03/2026
Posting Close Date	03/19/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

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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.

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