Job Information
Rutgers The State University Senior Program Administrator in Newark, New Jersey
Position Details
| Recruitment/Posting Title | Senior Program Administrator |
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| Job Category | Staff & Executive - Legal |
| Department | Sch of Law-Nwk, Dean's Office |
| Overview | Rutgers Law School is recognized for its core commitments to social justice. "The People's Electric Law School" attracts students who want to use their legal skills to address systemic inequalities, and provides learning opportunities for them through its Pro Bono and Public Interest Program, clinics, and other doctrinal and experiential offerings. Through partnerships with legal nonprofits and government entities, each campus offers robust pro bono opportunities thatinstillan ethic of service,while providing much needed legal assistance tothe broader community and helping students develop their competencies and networks. In partnership with the Center for Career Development, we help students map out the path to public service careers and find meaningful summer and term-time internships; we also fund a large number of students with summer stipends. Our students earn competitive national and regional post-graduate public interest fellowships, and successfully pursue public sector careers as changemakers. Led by an Associate Dean, the Pro Bono and Public Interest Program is staffed by two campus-based Director |
| 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 Senior Program Administrator, Pro Bono and Public Interest Program. Reporting to the Associate Dean, this position aids in Rutgers' fulfilling its mission as New Jersey's public law school, training and encouraging students to become public sector and social justice lawyers and/or to perform pro bono work as part of their private sector careers. Section 302(b)(2) of the American Bar Association Standards for the Approval of Law Schools requires that a law school shall offer substantial opportunities for student participation in pro bono activities. This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:
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| Position Status | Full Time |
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| Work Arrangement | Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu |
| FLSA | Exempt |
| Grade | 06 |
| Position Salary | |
| Annual Minimum Salary | 75382.000 |
| Annual Mid Range Salary | 93917.000 |
| Annual Maximum Salary | 112452.000 |
| Standard Hours | 37.50 |
| Union Description | URA-AFT Administrative |
| Payroll Designation | PeopleSoft |
| Benefits | Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. |
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| Terms of Appointment | Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility | ABP |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | |
| Preferred Qualifications | * Absolute integrity and discretion * Passion for access to justice for all * Experience serving in a mission-driven setting * Ability to develop strong relationships across a diverse spectrum of stakeholders, and to work well with leaders and staff in the private, government, and not-for-profit sectors * Familiarity and relationships with legal services community in the greater Newark region * Spanish language ability * Organizational acumen * Ability to work well with partners and partner organizations * Experience teaching or supervising law students * Sensitivity to cultural, socio-economic and personal differences * Strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging and cultural humility * Excellent writing, public speaking and communication skills * Experience with budgeting and reporting |
| Equipment Utilized | Must have reliable transportation to reach all parts of the state and occasionally other locations |
| Physical Demands and Work Environment | Occasional travel in and out of state |
| Special Conditions |
| Posting Number | 24ST1602 |
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| Posting Open Date | 07/11/2024 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | |
| Regional Campus | Rutgers University-Newark |
| Home Location Campus | Rutgers University-Newark |
| City | Newark |
| State | NJ |
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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.
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, p regnancy, 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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
