Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Public Relations Assistant |
| Job Category |
URA-AFT Administrative |
| Department |
Eagleton Institute of Politics |
| Overview |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Public Relations Assistant for the Rutgers Democracy Lab (
RDL) within the
Eagleton Institute of Politics.
The Rutgers Democracy Lab (
RDL) was established through a transformative gift received in November 2024. Its mission is to serve as a vibrant hub for civic engagement and a collaborative workshop for studying, analyzing, and addressing the challenges and opportunities of contemporary democracy.
RDL embodies a bold commitment to equipping students with the tools and knowledge to engage with, strengthen, and sustain democracy for future generations. The Lab also seeks to examine emerging threats, such as the influence of social media, and explore their profound impact on democratic processes.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Coordinates communications/marketing plans for the RDL that will help elevate RDL's brand and make all aspects of its work more visible to students, alumni, scholars, the Rutgers community, and the general public.
- Coordinates strategic communication plans to highlight groundbreaking programs.
- Connects RDL with students, faculty, staff, practitioners, and external stakeholders/partners.
- Coordinates RDL's public profile and relationships with key audiences through targeted outreach and strategic communications plans.
- Supervises student interns to meet graphic, video, and digital communications needs of the RDL.
- Helps to execute media relations plans for the RDL that will help elevate the RDL brand and make all aspects of RDL's work more visible to journalists, editors, bloggers, and influencers.
- Assists both the Administrative and Academic Director with media for the RDL.
- Helps directors build relationships across traditional and social media, both in New Jersey and nationally, to increase awareness of and engagement with RDL's research, education, events, and resources.
- Partners with leading democracy-focused organizations to promote shared content and messaging.
- Partners with the RDL's student digital content creators to disseminate engaging, student-led social media content.
- Participates in Institute-wide and/or cross-team projects.
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Grade |
03 |
| Salary Details |
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| Minimum Salary |
52602.480 |
| Mid Range Salary |
64788.980 |
| Maximum Salary |
76975.480 |
| 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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
- 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
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. |
| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Working Hours (per week) |
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| Standard Hours |
37.50 |
| Daily Work Shift |
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| 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, are 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 |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
ABP |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Digital Communications, Political Science, or a related field.
- One year of work experience or volunteering in the political or communications field, including as a journalist or a communications specialist for a non-profit organization, elected official, or government entity.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communications skills.
- Demonstrated digital media marketing skills with the ability to identify and master new communications tools quickly.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Comfortability working with and meeting a broad range of people - from high-level public officials to media representatives to vendor staff to students - in a variety of highly visible settings.
- Ability to independently manage multiple tasks and short deadlines in high-stress situations.
- Detail oriented with strong organizational skills, efficiency and creativity.
- Comfortability with working for an organization that is political yet non-partisan and straddles the worlds of politics and academia.
- Proficiency in website management.
- Have understanding of the relevant positions, processes, and relationships and awareness of sensitive political issues.
- thorough grounding in U.S. and New Jersey politics and government is essential, whether through coursework, professional experience, or personal involvement.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Equipment Utilized |
- Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, or other basic photo editing tools, CiviCRM, social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.
- Knowledge of how to use social media management tools like Hootsuite and Buffer.
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
- Eagleton offices are located within a historic building with no elevator.
- The duties of this position regularly involve navigating stairs numerous times a day.
- An applicant may request a reasonable accommodation if they have a disability that restricts them in their ability to climb and/or navigate stairs
- Availability to work some evenings and weekends.
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| Special Conditions |
- This position is paid from a five-year gift, and continuation is contingent upon available funds.
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
25ST1363 |
| Posting Open Date |
06/26/2025 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Douglass (RU-New Brunswick) |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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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. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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