Program Coordinator I

Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Program Coordinator I

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support

Department
CPRA

Overview
The Sheila Y. Oliver Center for Politics and Race in America, established in 2023 at Rutgers-Newark, examines the intersection of race and politics through research, education, and collaboration. We create public service career pathways for under-represented groups; promote civic engagement; and support bold and transformative research into race and politics. Renamed in 2024 to honor the late Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver, the first woman of color to hold statewide office in New Jersey, the Center serves as a vital resource for understanding race in America's political landscape.

Posting Summary
Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking a Program Coordinator I in the Sheila Y. Oliver Center for Politics and Race in America. Reporting to the Director, this Program Coordinator I coordinates the Sheila Y. Oliver Center for Politics and Race in America's programming, operations, and communication efforts.

This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:

• Coordinates projects, programs, events, panels, lectures, conferences, and meetings (collectively "events"), including all aspects of planning, publicity, promotion, and follow up.
• Coordinates day-to-day operations, administration, and support.
• Coordinates communications efforts, including, maintaining and updating web and social media presences and other platforms and producing and curating content.
• Prepares and processes a variety of business and payroll transactions.
• Initial point of contact for the Center, interacting extensively with the University community and external partners and stakeholders.

FLSA
Nonexempt

Grade
04

Salary Details

Minimum Salary
59893.480

Mid Range Salary
73909.480

Maximum Salary
87925.480

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

Work Arrangement
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the View email address on click.appcast.io Application System.

Union Description
URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility
ABP

Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of office administration, project management, and communication, promotion, and outreach.
• Also requires a minimum of two years relevant experience in a program coordination or administrative function, good communication skills, and computer literacy.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Requires excellent communication and organizational skills; the ability to integrate multiple sources of information; strong decision-making and problem-solving skills; a commitment to continuous learning; and the ability to adapt to a changing environment to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and to interact successfully with a wide range of individuals throughout the University and broader community.

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

• Regularly uses MS Office Suite, Cornerstone, ROCS, HCM, RAPSS, ECRT, E-Verity, OneSource, Drupal, and knows or will learn any and all systems used for payroll, accounting, budget, personnel, facilities and space, grant submission, events, communication, website and social media maintenance and updates, expense reimbursement, absence reporting, record keeping and retention, time keeping, parking, telephones, and knows or will learn all the equipment, software, and specialized materials needed to support the effective and efficient performance of the position.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Fast-paced, stakeholder-focused, team environment.
• Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Requires travel to event, partner, and community sites.

Special Conditions

Posting Details
Posting Number
26ST1881

Posting Open Date
10/14/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers University-Newark

Home Location Campus
Rutgers University-Newark

City
Newark

State
NJ

Location Details

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: