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A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality, affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the third fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education. For more information on Rowan University, click here.

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Temporary Part Time Hourly Clerical Staff Part Time (Shreiber Family Pet Therapy Program)

Apply now Job no: 500912
Work type: Temporary Part-Time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey
Categories: Administrative - Clerical

Shreiber Family Pet Therapy Program Clerical Staff (Part-Time Per Diem)

The Shreiber Family Pet Therapy Program Clerk is a part-time position that provides administrative support and customer service at Rowan University. Our ideal candidate is responsible for assisting students and staff with general inquiries supporting the overall daily operations of the Shreiber Family Pet Therapy Program. This role requires strong communication, understanding of intersectionality, and a commitment to promoting a positive and supportive environment to Rowan University’s diverse community.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Greet students, faculty, staff, and visitors with friendly and professional demeanor. Answer general questions regarding Shreiber Family Pet Therapy Program services, programs, and policies.
  • Assist clients with scheduling and confirming appointments for Pet Therapy services.
  • Perform clerical tasks such as filing, data entry, managing office supplies, and handling incoming and outgoing mail.
  • Answer phone calls, emails, and in-person inquiries, directing them to the appropriate resources when necessary. Provide clear information about available services and resources.
  • Support Pet Therapy programs and events by assisting with registration, materials preparation, and coordination of activities.
  • Ensure the front desk area and common spaces are neat, organized, and welcoming to visitors.
  • Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding student information and all matters related to the Pet Therapy & other Wellness Center’s services.
  • Assist Shreiber Family Pet Therapy Program and other Wellness Center staff with other tasks as needed, such as special projects or event planning.
  • Work in-person at Rowan University’s Glassboro campus, with occasional local travel to other Rowan University and affiliated campuses (such as Rowan University’s CMSRU, Rowan-Virtua SOM campuses in Sewell and Stratford, and Rowan College of Burlington County).

Recommended Qualification:

  • Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Cross-cultural sensitivity
  • Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Drive Apps, and basic office equipment (phone, fax, copier).
  • Ability to perform effectively under pressure and adapt to changing demands and priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Customer service orientation and ability to interact with a diverse group of people.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
  • Certified with your therapy dog through Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD)
  • Eligible to visit as part of the Shreiber family Pet Therapy Program according to requirements such as: no raw-feeding, only non-aversive training techniques/collars, alignment with the 5 Freedoms of animal welfare (see additional requirements here: go.rowan.edu/PetTherapyVolunteer )

Hours:

  • This temporary, part-time position is assigned no more than twenty-five (25) hours per week (averaging 18-18.5 hours per week, not to exceed 944 hours per year). Work is contracted annually to coincide with the fiscal year and is contingent upon budget appropriate.

Rate: $21 per hour

Notes:

  • Rowan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diverse people and abilities. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position.
  • Only completed online applications submitted on or before the posted deadline will be considered.

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Rowan University is subject to the residency requirements of the NJ First Act (N.J.S.A. 52:14-7, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any person hired to a non-exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey or have one (1) year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person hired to an exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York or have ninety (90) days from the date of employment to establish, then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York.

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Please note that STEM OPT employment is not permitted at Rowan University. To be eligible for a STEM OPT extension, the student's employer must be registered in E-Verify and must use the system to verify all new employees. While Rowan University is registered in the E-Verify system, the University does not use the system to verify all new employees, only those that are working on a Federal Contract. This means that Rowan does not permit individuals to work at the University using a STEM OPT Employment Authorization Document as proof of US Work Authorization.
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Rowan University is committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, (dis)ability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes. Rowan University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with (dis)abilities.

To request reasonable accommodation, contact Christy Mroz, Administrative Assistant, OEE@rowan.edu, 856-256-5494. Rowan strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply. 

Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and supporting regulations, Rowan does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates; this extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its supporting regulations may be directed to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, or to the University’s Title IX Coordinator, Office of Student Equity & Compliance, Rowan University, Hawthorne Hall, Suite 312, 201 Mullica Hill Rd, Glassboro, NJ 08028, titleIXcoordinator@rowan.edu, 856-256-5440.

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Rowan is committed in assisting all members of our University community in providing for their safety and security.

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available on the Rowan University Police Department (RUPD), Clery Act webpage here. 

The report contains information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as crime prevention, RUPD authority/jurisdiction, crime reporting policies, fire safety, disciplinary procedures and other matters of importance related to security on all our campuses. The report also contains information about fire statistics in Rowan University on-campus student housing facilities and crime statistics for the three previous calendar years, including reported crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. This information is required by federal law, Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act or the "Clery Act" and is provided by the Rowan University Police Department.

 If you would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains this information, you can stop by the RUPD Office, located at Bole Hall Annex, 201 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro, NJ 08028 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (856) 256-4562 or email: cleryact@rowan.edu.