Program Support Specialist Rutgers University 61512.000-87239.000 life insurance, employee discount United States, Jersey, Brunswick Sep 25, 2026

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Program Support Specialist

Job Category Staff & Executive

• Healthcare
• Administrative Services
  Department Family Medicine
• Geriatrics
  Overview Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University
• Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and six centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, clinical and translational research, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state including Brunswick, Piscataway, ark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Blackwood, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in Brunswick, University Hospital in ark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of Jersey, is seeking a Program Support Specialist for the department of Family Medicine and Community Health at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Program Support Specialist will support all administrative, educational, and compliance operations for the ACGME-accredited Geriatrics Fellowship Program and support geriatrics education for fellows, residents, and medical students. The Program Support Specialist reports to Division leadership and ensures the advancement of the medical education, community outreach, and communication needs of this growing Division. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Maintains compliance with ACGME standards, including Innovations data, evaluations, and program letters of agreement.

Follows recruitment season timeline to set up all requirements for fellow selection. Works in the Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS) system for screening applications, creating dashboards, and coordinating interviews with the interviewing committee.

Coordinates fellowship operations, including didactics, consortium activities, and onboarding.

Supports geriatrics education for fellows, residents, and medical students-manages electives, schedules, evaluations, and program logistics.

Serves as primary contact for fellows, residents, and faculty regarding program issues and communications.

Oversees credentialing and documentation for learners; prepares orientation materials and monitors compliance.

Provides administrative support to program leadership, including fiscal processing (reimbursements, purchase requisitions). FLSA Exempt

Grade 22S

Salary Details Minimum Salary 61512.000

Mid Range Salary 73603.000

Maximum Salary 87239.000

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 Full Time

Working Hours 37.5

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift Day

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

HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff

• 12 month
  Position Pension Eligibility ABP
  Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor's degree required.

Two (2) years of relevant professional level administrative experience in a government agency, university setting, or large business office required.

Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement. Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proficiency with GME systems ( Innovations, ERAS, Thalamus) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent attention to detail.

Strong organizational skills required.

Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and with community partners.

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree preferred.

Experience in graduate medical education is preferred. CTAGME Certification is preferred.

Experience in social media platforms, such as Instagram is preferred.

Experience in a fellowship program is preferred.

Experience communicating with medical accreditation bodies is preferred.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical Demands:

Standing, sitting, walking, talking, and hearing. No special vision requirements. Ability to lift or exert force up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment:

Office environment. Moderate noise. Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number 26ST1843

Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus Downtown Brunswick

City Brunswick

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 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement