Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Public Relations Assistant |
| Job Category |
URA-AFT Administrative |
| Department |
Eagleton Institute of Politics |
| Overview |
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. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Public Relations Assistant for the Rutgers Democracy Lab.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Furthers RDL's mission by helping to coordinate 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.
- 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.
The Eagleton Institute is a collaborative team. On occasion, all members are asked to participate in Institute-wide and/or cross-team projects.
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Grade |
03 |
| Salary Details |
Max salary is $65,000 |
| 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 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
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| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Working Hours |
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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 |
- Bachelors degree in Communications, Journalism, Digital Communications, Political Science, or a related field as well as 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.
- Creativity and excellent organizational skills.
- Demonstrated digital media marketing skills and the ability to identify and master new communications tools quickly.
- Strong interpersonal skills and be comfortable meeting and working with 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.
- Ability to be very organized, efficient, and detail oriented.
- Must be comfortable working for an organization that is political yet non-partisan and straddles the worlds of politics and academia.
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher), Photoshop, email marketing tools, social media, and desktop publishing.
- Proficient in website management.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Some web development experience.
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| Equipment Utilized |
- Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, or other basic photo editing tools, CiviCRM, SurveyMonkey, social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.
- Ability 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.
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| Special Conditions |
- This position is paid from a five-year gift, and continuation is contingent upon available funds.
- Must be available to work some evenings and weekends.
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
26ST0313 |
| Posting Open Date |
02/26/2026 |
| 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. 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 |
Rutgers University
life insurance, employee discount
Feb 26, 2026