Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Clerical Assistant
Posting Number
26TM0230
Department
Business Services - Newark
Overview
Posting Summary
Rutgers University - Newark, an urban public research anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking a Clerical Assistant. The Part-Time Billing Clerk is responsible for accurate and timely billing, invoicing, and payment processing. This role supports the Business Office & The Senior Program Coordinator by ensuring students' accounts are billed correctly, records are maintained accurately, and billing discrepancies are resolved efficiently.
This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:
- Prepare review and process invoices and/or billing statements
- Verify bill data for accuracy and completeness
- Enter billing information into the accounting or billing system. Ex. Notations for each student's account with the date the invoices were sent.
- Respond to internal /external billing inquiries.
- Maintain organized and confidential bill records
- Identify and resolve any billing discrepancies
- Support month-end or periodic reposting as assigned
- Perform other administrative duties as needed
FLSA
Nonexempt
Salary Details
$18 to $20 per hour
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
19.75
Daily Work Shift
Day
Work Arrangement
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. (Approval not required)
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant office, clerical, bookkeeping, library assistant or related experience depending on the duties to be performed.
- An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the experience requirement.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant office, clerical, bookkeeping, library assistant or related experience depending on the duties to be performed.
- An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the experience requirement.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Open Date
06/11/2026
Posting Close Date
09/09/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus
Rutgers University-Newark
City
NEWARK
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