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Unit Administrator Specialist

Rutgers University

life insurance, employee discount

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Apr 21, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Unit Administrator Specialist
Posting Number	26TM0163
Department	Mason Gross School of Arts Dea
Overview	Mason Gross School of the Arts is a vibrant community of artists and scholars committed to pursuing excellence, innovation, and inclusivity. Its mission is to create socially relevant art, foster diverse programming and curricula, cultivate community partnerships, and advance the arts through teaching, creative activity, advocacy, and research that contributes to the public good. Comprising 1200 undergraduate and graduate students across programs in music, theater, dance, filmmaking, and art & design, Mason Gross is housed within Rutgers-New Brunswick, a premier Big Ten research university that serves some 50,000 students and is the flagship campus of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The nation's eighth oldest institution of higher learning, Rutgers reflects the diversity of New Jersey, which is one of the most diverse states in the nation. The Rutgers-New Brunswick campus is located less than an hour by train or car to New York City and the beautiful beaches of the Jersey Shore and is just over an hour to Philadelphia.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Unit Administrator Specialist for Scarlet Arts Rx. Scarlet Arts Rx is an arts and wellness initiative providing free arts experiences to the New Brunswick Campus through the Arts in Health Initiative at Mason Gross School of the Arts. Reporting to the Arts in Health ( AIH) Endowed Chair at Mason Gross School of the Arts ( MGSA), the Program Manager will provide comprehensive oversight to the ongoing arts prescribing program at Rutgers-New Brunswick. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Develop, plan, and implement events and activities for Scarlet Arts Rx; scout locations for event reservations and public art displays. Collaborate with AIH Endowed Chair to set the schedule for the semester. Manage supplies for events: unpack, sort, and track arts supplies, prepare and/or deliver carts of materials to various campus locations. Assist with in-person implementation or co-implementation of events and activities during daytime, evening, and/or weekends. Act as a last-minute, on-call substitute for teaching artists who are unable to attend the event. Attend regular meetings with the AIH Endowed Chair. Create Canva flyers and post to social media and other platforms, including and not limited to, Instagram, get Involved, wellness calendar, list serves; edit and issue weekly Scoop! News zine. Update sign-ups and maintain Scarlet Arts Rx lists accurately. Manage event promotions, including printing and disseminating event flyers across campus, attending meetings across campus, and tabling at students' events during daytime, evenings, and/or weekends. Oversee event data collection conducted by student teaching artists; collect qualitative data at events, including and not limited to, student testimonials. Analyze program evaluation data and provide feedback to the student teaching artists accurately. Write and deliver impact reports at the end of the fall and spring semesters, or as requested by AIH Endowed Chair effectively. Hire, oversee, and supervise student teaching artists and lesson plan developer. Gather Scarlet Arts Rx student teaching artists for periodic team bonding and educational, professional development events. Track and manage budgets and funding allocated for personnel, procurements, reimbursements, and all other Scarlet Arts Rx related expenses. Work closely with MGSA Business Office. Provide regular budget reports to the AIH Endowed Chair. Arise to other duties as assigned. Assist with other administrative and organizational tasks for MGSA Arts in Health as needed.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Salary Details	$30 - $35/hourly
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	Part Time
Working Hours	19.5
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment	Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Strong organizational and administrative skills. Ability to multitask in a fast-paced deadline driven environment, plan and lead projects, and maintain accurate records. Excellent communication, sound judgement, and the ability to escalate issues appropriately. Computer literacy in Qualtrics, Canvas, Canva, Microsoft Suites, and willingness to learn new programs and software to ensure the efficiency of this position's productivity.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience with data collection, budget management, and working with student employees.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Ability to load and unload art supplies. Must be able to attend meetings and tabling events as well as distribute event flyers across campus during the daytime, evenings, and/or weekends.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Open Date	04/21/2026
Posting Close Date	04/29/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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