Research Aide; Cumberland

Responsibilities

Administers state and federal child care subsidies, data storage, documentation procedures, and fiscal oversight. Manages daily eligibility process and subsidy-related tasks, including application review, eligibility determination, re-determination for continued care, data entry, completion of child care arrangements, and processing termination of coverage. Provides continuous case management services, making client-driven changes in cases involving eligibility or other pertinent information such as household income, family size, child care provider selection, and employment hours.

Generates recoupments and completes related reports. Promotes high‑quality consumer education throughout the delivery system.

Multiple vacancies available. This is a grant‑funded position contingent upon the availability of funds.

• Minimum of an Associate’s Degree; 1–2 years related experience accepted in lieu of degree.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills to effectively represent the agency and program.
• Ability to independently employ critical‑thinking skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and execute established plans and policies.
• Ability to give and exchange information directly related to job responsibilities.
• Proficient computer skills—knowledge of Microsoft Office products and ability to use spreadsheet, word‑processing, database software, and email.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills to complete work accurately, relevantly, and timely.
• Effective program‑improvement strategies to continually assess and recommend quality enhancements that impact the agency’s operations and outcomes.
• Knowledge of Microsoft office products.
• Familiarity with CARES, EPPIC, Work Life Systems, NJCCIS.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Familiarity with state/federal child care subsidy programs.

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience within university policy and salary schedules.

• Minimum Salary:
• Mid‑Range Salary:
• Maximum Salary:

• 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.

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.

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