Recruitment/Posting Title Senior Administrative Assistant Job Category URA-AFT Administrative Department Undergrad Edu - Academic Svcs Overview The School of Arts and Sciences (SAS) is the largest academic unit at Rutgers University and the center of the undergraduate experience on the Rutgers–New Brunswick campus and is comprised of 41 academic departments spanning the liberal arts. SAS offers more than 100 majors and minors across the life sciences, humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and mathematical and physical sciences with research centers and institutes across the school. With a diverse student body of more than 20,000 students, SAS has a membership of over 1,700 faculty members, more than 500 administrative staff, and 200,000 living alumni.

SAS delivers a wide array of services in support of the teaching, research, and the mission and goals of Rutgers University.

The School of Arts and Sciences promotes anti-racist, inclusive, equity-enhancing ideas and practices both inside and outside of the classroom for our community of educators, staff, and students. This includes a diverse set of voices and experiences. All individuals no matter their race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, nationality, history, sexual orientation, religious practices, or socio-economic status are valued and respected. The School of Arts and Sciences is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to and support the diversity and excellence of the organization. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further our commitment to these values.  Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant for the Office of Academic Advising and Academic Services within the School of Arts and Sciences (SAS). The Senior Administrative Assistant serves as the frontline of communication both within the SAS Senior Office and greater Office of Advising and Academic Services (OAAS).
This position is a primary certifier for the three certification cycles and is responsible for the accuracy and timely notification of over 6,000 records per annum. They are the key respondent in the Senior Office email inbox for answering a high volume of student inquiries, degree progress and completion checks and assigning complex issues to the Senior Deans.

Among the key duties of this position are the following: Liaises across SAS Advising, university partners, and academic departments regarding administrative matters related to senior students. Serves as a subject matter expert on all matters related to major/minor changes and graduation year reclassifications. Prepares reports and analyzing data related to senior students. Provides professional confidential assistance to the Director for Senior Academic Advising, as well as other deans in the office. Provides research on issues as needed and as requested. Offers thorough explanations and support to students, faculty, and staff through various communication channels, including online platforms, phone, email, and in-person interactions. Engages in activities and events organized by the OAAS, as well as SAS-wide and contributing to broader university initiatives to enhance the academic experience. Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement FLSA Nonexempt Grade 05 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 65741.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 81857.00 Annual Maximum Salary 97972.00 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