Assistant Dean and Assistant Director

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Assistant Dean and Assistant Director Job Category Staff & Executive - Academic Affairs Department Academic Foundations Center Overview

The AFC and its myriad programs provide academic opportunities, resources, leadership development and other support initiatives for first generation-low income college bound scholars to achieve success through education. As the first Rutgers-Newark special program established to identify talent beyond traditional measures and then recruit, retain and graduate talented young people from the greater Newark area, AFC remains a jewel in the crown of Rutgers
- Newark, serving nearly 1500 undergraduate students annually.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University - Newark, an urban public research anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking an Assistant Dean/Assistant Director for the Educational Opportunity Fund Program (EOF) located within the Academic Foundations Center (AFC) and which will report to the Assistant Dean/ Associate Director.

The Assistant Dean has responsibility and oversight for the counseling unit within the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Program. At the heart of the EOF program is a strong academic and social counseling component which serves as a critical anchor to students' intellectual exploration and development.

The Assistant Dean's duties include but are not limited to:

* Overseeing unit meetings, workshops, mentoring, tutoring, and special initiatives

* Evaluating and assessing student needs

* Monitoring program activities and initiatives with service deliverables

* Developing, implementing, and evaluating policies and procedures for the unit and coordinating retention initiatives

* Overseeing the EOF grant payment, roster, internal database, and ensure reconciliation with the various systems/databases.

* Manages the counseling component of the EOF Summer Institute, a five-week summer bridge program serving approx. 110 first-time first-year students. Additionally, developing and implementing the counseling and enrichment initiatives, as well as monitoring the students' progress through the summer.

* Assisting in the preparation of reports required by the university and state

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FLSA Exempt Grade 06 Salary Details Minimum Salary  Mid Range Salary  Maximum Salary  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 Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the Flex Work@RU Application System.

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Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC) Payroll Designation People Soft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

* The Assistant Dean must have a master's degree in Education, Public Administration, Counseling, Student Development or a related field or commensurate experience.

* The Assistant Dean must have at least three years of responsible educational administrative, research, and training experience with demonstrated ability to perform the duties and accept the responsibilities presented in the aforementioned position description.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* The successful candidate must also demonstrate a knowledge of the unique needs of first-generation, low-income, and/or under-resourced students.

* S/he must have…