Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Assistant Dean III

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Academic Affairs

Department
MBA Programs

Overview

Posting Summary

The Assistant Dean is expected to provide reliable and timely academic advising to graduate students at Rutgers Business School (RBS), to act as the liaison for admissions, to manage and maintain student records, to support scholastic standing reviews, to resolve complex issues regarding graduation requirements, to interact professionally and compassionately with all graduate students, as well as their parents/guardians, and to establish effective working relationships with MBA Program Directors, Coordinators, and the RBS departments and other campus partners on issues pertaining to academic policies and student advising.

The Assistant Dean works as an integral part of RBS graduate education, is expected to participate in university-wide and school-wide duties and functions such as new student orientations and onboarding, commencement, graduation convocation, student engagement, recruitment, and other special programs or events as assigned, and is expected to support a collaborative, team-focused, and positive work environment that is student-centered and passionate about student success.

This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:

• Provide reliable, general academic advising to RBS graduate students including graduate program requirements, and students on academic probation.
• Implement effective approaches to improve student retention through proactive advising, lectures, workshops, and other campaigns.
• Perform transcript reviews to detect and address anomalies in the areas including but not limited to transfer credits, reclassifications, and E-credits.
• Verify and assess student records for scholastic standing reviews.
• Coordinate with the stakeholders on student appeals.

FLSA
Exempt

Grade
06

Salary Details

Minimum Salary
77919.480

Mid Range Salary
96454.480

Maximum Salary
114989.480

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 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
URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility
ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Master's degree with a minimum of three years of administrative or student advising in an academic setting, or a combination of a Bachelor's degree and five years of experience in college-level academic advising, student services or a closely related field, preferably in a large university setting.
• Experience assessing learning outcomes, student programming, and retention and outreach efforts.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and accurate records; and experience working with domestic and international students with a demonstrated commitment to diversity and multiculturalism.
• A dynamic and engaging personality, excellent communication skills, personal flexibility, ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines, and experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships in a team environment.
• This position requires understanding of challenges that current or prospective students in Business or a related field may face in both academic and non-academic settings at a higher education institution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the business curricula and the academic degree requirements.
• Working knowledge of Rutgers system-wide student information and service delivery systems.

Equipment Utilized

• DN, IMS, MS Office, Canvas, and SalesForce are used in a daily capacity on desktop, laptop, and mobile platforms.
• Comfort and familiarity with social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, etc.) to facilitate communication efforts with students.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number
26ST1424

Posting Open Date
07/16/2026

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.