Recruitment/Posting Title Administrative Assistant Job Category URA-AFT Administrative Department Admissions Undergrad-Grad-Cmd Overview Ranked #46 in U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University–Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers–Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University–Camden among its “Best Bang for the Buck” universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers–Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.  Posting Summary Rutgers University Camden is seeking an Administrative Assistant for the department of Enrollment Management. The Administrative Assistant will provide essential administrative support to the Office of Admissions and Enrollment Operations and serve as a backup to the Enrollment Contact Center. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this role supports a dynamic team that Graduate Admissions, Undergraduate Admissions, Enrollment Communications, Welcome Center and Visit Experience, Student Enrollment Services, Contact Center, and the Office of Military and Veteran Affairs.

In this role, the Administrative Assistant will:

Hire, train, and supervise administrative student workers. Provide administrative support across all functional areas, thriving in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Provide weekly operational support to the Enrollment Contact Center. Manage operational responsibilities, including calendar management, submit purchase orders, inventory oversight, information dissemination, and report preparation. Handle special projects and general communications, ensuring seamless coordination of activities. Manage the admissions inbox and case management system.

This role requires exceptional organizational skills, a customer-focused mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate should have a comprehensive understanding of the university’s mission, vision, and strategic goals and apply this knowledge to their daily responsibilities.

Occasional evenings and weekends may be required to support events and operations.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week 37.5 Daily Work Shift 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 Nonexempt Grade 03 Position Salary Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, within university policy and salary schedules, as well as departmental budgets. Annual Minimum Salary 50065.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 62252.00 Annual Maximum Salary 74438.00 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. Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP