Program Assistant

Program Assistant Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Program Assistant for the department of Neurosurgery at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Under the direction of the Sr. Director of Administration, the Program Assistant provides administrative, financial and program support for the department. Responsible for the timely completion and efficient flow of required documentation for both administrative, clinical, and research assistance functions needed in the department. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Assists with day-to-day office responsibilities for the department. Provides administrative support to the department including correspondence, ordering supplies, scheduling/planning meetings, and troubleshooting equipment issues. Maintains faculty calendars as assigned (student clinical rotations, OR shadowing, meetings, interviews w/ physicians and APP candidates, meetings with vendor reps). Provides administrative support to the faculty. Processes reimbursements for faculty and staff. Processes payments, POs and check requests as well as manage open POs. Supports onboarding and offboarding of staff (email accounts, building access, parking pass, ID, computers). FLSA - Exempt Grade - 21S Salary Details Minimum Salary - 58953.000 Mid Range Salary - 70476.000 Maximum Salary - 83479.000 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 Standard Hours - 37.50 Daily Work Shift - Day Work Arrangement - This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. Union Description - HPAE 5094 Payroll Designation - PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment - Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility - ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience - Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field plus two (2) years of related administrative and/or program support experience in a business office, government agency or university setting required. Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the education requirements. Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Must be proficient in Microsoft software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Access Database). Preferred Qualifications - Experience of operational, or financial and/or program management preferred. Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment - Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements. Work Environment: Moderate noise. Multitasking within fast paced environment. Special Conditions - Must pass employee health clearance, Tuberculosis (TB) test and required safety training.