"Program Coordinator II"

Position Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Program Coordinator II for the Office of Federal Relations in Washington, DC. This position reports to the Associate Director of Federal Relations.

• Provides administrative support to the Senior Director, Associate Director, and Senior Program Coordinator for Rutgers Scarlet Service in Washington, DC (RSS-DC).
• Manages office equipment and files such as the phone system, computer network, and electronic files.
• Monitors the department's expenses and ensuring timely payment to vendors.
• Maintains staff calendars.
• Resolves facilities issues.
• Guides the work of part-time staff and interns.
• Assists the Senior Director and Associate Director with the University's federal relations activities through a variety of tasks.
• Sets up meetings between key federal stakeholders, their staffs and various officers, faculty, staff and students of the University.
• Plans and manages special events and receptions in an efficient and orderly manner.
• Assists with requests from key stakeholders, which require a courteous, timely and articulate response.
• Tracks legislation and attending Congressional hearings that are of interest to Rutgers;
• Represents the University at higher education association meetings in Washington as needed, and helps the University stay informed about higher education community trends and positions.
• Supports the Office's work to promote Rutgers to federal stakeholders and advance university priorities, which includes maintaining the office website, social media presence, and disseminating information to the university community and federal policymakers.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

City

Washington

State

DC

Equipment Utilized

MS Office, including Excel and PowerPoint. Canva or other graphic design software.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Event set up/breakdown, including moving tables and chairs, and transporting supplies.

Posting Number

25ST1725