Information Specialist - Admissions Processing

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Information Specialist - Admissions Processing Job Category URA-AFT Administrative Department Dir Financial Aid Overview Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Information Specialist – Admissions Processing for University Enrollment Services.
Reporting directly to the Associate University Director, the Information Specialist is in charge of managing and analyzing data and communicating processing issues to the Associate Director.
Among the key duties of this position are the following: Assists in coordinating processing systems within the University Enrollment Services Office and streamlining the processing of admissions applications, financial aid documents and diplomas requests.
Responsible for continually monitoring all incoming and outgoing undergraduate admissions applicant records and related reports for data integrity; correct any data errors and coordinating and expediting the processing of applicant data.
Responsible for all matters relating to processing and maintenance of scholarship funds and other student aid.
Facilitates problem solving to ensure timely set up, maintenance and awarding of scholarships and other student aid.
Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day 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 05 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 63518.
000 Annual Mid Range Salary 79089.
000 Annual Maximum Salary 94659.
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 https://uhr.
rutgers.
edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students.
For details, please go to https://finance.
rutgers.
edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
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.
A minimum of two years working experience in a related processing environment at a major institution of Higher Education.
Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills are required.
Individual should be highly motivated and imaginative, with the ability to handle considerable and varied responsibilities; should be patient, tactful, courteous, and possess excellent communication skills.
In addition, the following abilities are necessary: manage change; foster improvement through innovation; effectively communicate with users, management, and colleagues; prioritize; and manage and perform numerous and diversified requests with limited assistance in a demanding, fast-paced, and multi-tasked environment.
Preferred Qualifications Prefers 4 years working experience in a related processing environment at a major institution of Higher Education.
Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number 23ST2180 Posting Open Date 08/18/2023 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City Piscataway 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 60.
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35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption.
Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose.
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.