Rutgers University

Department Administrator

Rutgers University$68K — $100K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance/management, human resources, or relevant field, or equivalent experience.
  • Two years of experience in faculty administration, data management, and handling travel expenses and faculty appointments.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and work independently or as part of a team.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with relevant software tools.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and support faculty with expense-related requests, ensuring proper documentation.
  • Resolve outstanding issues with travel and purchases by coordinating with relevant parties.
  • Review travel approval forms and P-Card requests before final approval.
  • Assist Personnel Manager with faculty information dissemination and HR collaboration.
  • Facilitate faculty appointments, promotions, and administrate related actions.

Benefits

  • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.
  • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans.
  • Employee and dependent educational benefits.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Employee discount programs.
Full Job Description
Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Department Administrator

Job Category
URA-AFT Administrative

Department
Finance Office

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Department Administrator for the School of Nursing. This position will report to the Senior Business Manager in the Finance Department with a dotted line to the Personnel Manager in the Office of Faculty and Staff Resources (HR).

Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Provides oversight and support for faculty in the production and review process for expense related requests including travel booking, travel advances, check requests, purchase requisitions and others expense-related requests to ensure inclusion of proper accounting information and supporting documentation for successful submission.
  • Follows up on the completion of and resolve any outstanding issues with the appropriate parties related to travel and purchases.
  • Reviews and screens the travel approval form and P-Card requests before approval by the Senior Business Manager and/or Chief Financial Officer.
  • Assists the Personnel Manager with disseminating faculty information and working in collaboration with Human Resources (Human Capital Management, Benefits, RBHS Faculty Affairs, University Office of Labor Relations, and Payroll) on matters pertaining to faculty status, benefits, compensation, and other related policies and procedures.
  • Assists the personnel manager with the coordination and facilitation of faculty appointments, promotions, reappointments, administrative appointments, separations, salary adjustments, and additional assignments, including processing the hires of adjuncts, per diems, and lecturers.


FLSA
Exempt

Grade
05

Salary Details

Minimum Salary
68278.480

Mid Range Salary
84393.980

Maximum Salary
100509.480

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

Standard Hours
37.50

Daily Work Shift
Day

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, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU 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
  • Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in finance/management, human resources, or a relevant field.
  • Two years of experience with faculty administration, data and record management, travel expense and management, processing faculty appointments, reappointments, promotions, and all other faculty-related actions.


Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Demonstrated organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently, multitask across multiple projects and priorities, problem-solve, and function well in a team environment.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience using Canvas, Sakai, ORACLE, Tableau, Concur Travel and Expense, ROCS, and FIS.


Equipment Utilized
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Access, and other database applications.


Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number
26ST0805

Posting Open Date
04/28/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus
Newark (RBHS)

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.

About Rutgers University

Rutgers University is a public research university that offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs. The university has three main campuses in New Brunswick, Newark, and Camden, New Jersey, as well as several satellite locations. Rutgers University was founded in 1766 and is the eighth-oldest college in the United States. The university is known for its strong programs in the sciences, humanities, and social sciences, as well as its commitment to public service and community engagement. Rutgers University is a member of the Big Ten Conference and has a strong athletic program.
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