Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Associate Director |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Human Resources |
| Department |
School of Arts & Sciences |
| Overview |
The School of Arts and Sciences (
SAS) at Rutgers University is the largest academic unit of the University and is comprised of 41 academic departments spanning humanities, social, physical and life sciences and over 100 different majors, plus programs, centers, bureaus and institutes.
SAS has a membership of over 2,000 permanent and temporary faculty (instructional and research), teaching and graduate assistants, part-time lecturers, and post-doctoral appointees, and over 500 administrative staff.
Arts and Sciences delivers a wide array of services in support of the teaching, research, and service missions of the School. We are committed to providing academic departments, programs, and centers in the School of Arts and Sciences with reliable and trusted service, clear policies and procedures, innovative technologies, and a commitment to administrative excellence and efficiency.
Located in New Jersey, Rutgers University is a premiere, Research 1, public land grant institution that reflects the broad spectrum of backgrounds in the state. The School of Arts and Sciences, the largest and most comprehensive school at Rutgers University, is especially interested in candidates who can advance the goals and values expressed in the
SAS Strategic Plan. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further our mission of excellence. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Associate Director for the School of Arts and Sciences. Working independently within broadly defined objectives the Associate Director provides overall leadership and direction for the
SAS Office of Human Resources Academic team and the
SAS Office of Human Resources Operations team.
The School of Arts and Sciences (
SAS) is the largest academic unit at Rutgers University and the center of the undergraduate experience on the Rutgers-New Brunswick campus and is comprised of 41 academic departments spanning the liberal arts.
SAS offers more than 100 majors and minors across the life sciences, humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and mathematical and physical sciences with research centers and institutes across the school. With a diverse student body of more than 20,000 students,
SAS has a membership of over 1,700 faculty members, more than 500 administrative staff, and 200,000 living alumni.
SAS delivers a wide array of services in support of teaching, research, and the mission and goals of Rutgers University. The School of Arts and Sciences promotes anti-racist, inclusive, equity-enhancing ideas and practices both inside and outside the classroom for our community of educations, staff, and students.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Handles recruiting, compensation, appointment, reappointment, promotion, leave administration, salary and compensation programs, faculty retention, visa processing, department chair elections, post-tenure review, prior service, sabbaticals, Competitive Fellowship Leaves, Winter/Summer Session, processing grievances, policy compliance, discipline, and collective negotiation agreement interpretation for all tenure/tenure track faculty, non tenure track faculty, lecturers, teaching assistants/graduate assistants, post doctoral associates and fellows, fellows, coadjutants, and visiting faculty and scholars.
- Supports of SAS Dean's Office, SAS academic departments, centers, bureaus and institutes in fulfillment of the academic related functions of the School of Arts and Sciences.
- Handles recruiting, orientations, performance management, training and professional development compensation, appointment, reappointment, reclassification, in grade/range salary adjustment, promotion, leave administration, salary and compensation programs, visa compliance, progressive discipline, grievance and problem solving processes and support, policy compliance, termination, and collective negotiation agreement interpretation for all full-time and parttime staff, and student hourly employees.
- Recommends, implements, and manages the school's procedures and systems that support timely, accurate, and compliant Human Resources, Payroll, Absence, Leave, Training and Development, and Discipline activities for all academic personnel in SAS as well as academic personnel temporarily assigned to units outside RU-NB School of Arts and Sciences.
- Supervises and is responsible for the training and ongoing management of the SAS Human Resources Academic team.
- Recommends, implements, and manages the school's procedures and systems that support timely, accurate, and compliant Human Resources, Payroll, Absence, Leave, Training and Development, and Discipline activities for all staff and hourly personnel in SAS as well as staff and/or hourly personnel temporarily assigned to units outside RU-NB School of Arts and Sciences.
- Supervises and is responsible for the training and ongoing management of the SAS Human Resources Operations team.
- Develops. implements and manages staff orientation, development and recognition programs for the school.
- Serves as an advisor to SAS Senior Leadership and regularly is called upon report to/brief SAS Senior Leadership during various meetings including but not limited to Senior Staff, Chair Meetings, etc.
- Conducts analysis and interpretation of SAS data related to faculty/student ratios, salary/budget impacts of CNAs, sabbatical and leave utilization, etc,. that are used for budget/workforce planning, as well as strategic planning.
- Serves on Chancellor and University committees and task forces providing critical insight into academic personnel related activities and processes.
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| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Grade |
08 |
| Salary Details |
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| Minimum Salary |
108670.000 |
| Mid Range Salary |
137547.000 |
| Maximum Salary |
166424.000 |
| 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 |
37.5 |
| Standard Hours |
37.50 |
| Daily Work Shift |
Day |
| 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 |
Admin Assembly (MPSC) |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
ABP |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Master's degree is required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of faculty/staff human resources methodologies, and current practices in higher education, or related field.
- A minimum of seven years of directly related experience of increasing responsibility in a leadership or managerial role that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of management, team-building, leadership skills, fiscal management, and best practices research.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills, and the ability to compose and edit documents for public distribution, and a high level of computer literacy, particularly in the use of relational databases, MS Excel worksheets, and analytical tools to process large amounts of data.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high pressure, confidential office while maintaining high morale and productivity for a small team.
- Must possess practical knowledge related to personnel laws, practices, and processes as well as the ability to steward difficult human resources cases to appropriate resolution, which requires a high level of attention to detail and constant follow-up.
- Must have up to date understanding of all applicable state and federal regulations, university policies and guidelines, collective negotiation agreements and the current interpretation, and the mission and goals of the School of Arts and Sciences.
- Will need to work independently to meet objectives, with minimal supervision.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Master's degree is preferred in Human Resources Management, Business, Management or related.
- Should be highly knowledgeable of the University's policies, regulations, and governing documents that affect faculty/staff personnel matters.
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| Equipment Utilized |
- Regular use, and in many cases, development of, complex databases to capture and track important human resources actions and activities as required.
- This includes frequent deep dives into the architecture of University-wide data-gathering processes and database system designs to understand the source and storage of information; competence in the language and methodologies of data mining and information analysis; and facility with statistical methods and financial data. HCM/HRIS systems, RU Financial Management Systems, SAS systems and portals, MS Excel, Tableau, Statistical modeling.
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
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| Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
26ST0010 |
| Posting Open Date |
01/06/2026 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Rutgers University - 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
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