Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Associate Dean of Administration

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support - Management

Department
Bloustein Schl Plng & Pub Polc

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Associate Dean of Administration for the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy.The Associate Dean of Administration of the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy is the chief operating and administrative officer of the school.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Supports to the Dean on strategy and project management, and oversight of an array of tasks, including management of data infrastructure, budget and finance, and personnel, as well as oversight of the research enterprise, space, facilities, and computing, and outreach and communications.
• Collaborates with other leadership at the school and in the central administration, addressing policy development and implementation, including the school's compliance with university policies and procedures.
• Maintains the oversight of the school's outreach and marketing, finance and budget, data and technology infrastructure, and all the associated tasks needed for the academic, research, and service enterprises and answerable to all stakeholders, i.e., faculty, staff, students, as well as alumni, peer higher educational institutions, industry, public, government agencies, and other interested parties.
• Oversees and personally coordinates all aspects of faculty human resources, especially appointments, reappointments, and promotions.
• Oversees all aspects of HR for staff in the central and satellite offices.
• Oversees management of marketing/outreach/communications, information technology and tech infrastructure, facilities, including space management and offsite locations, health/safety/security protocols, and all elements of financial management, including research enterprise, financial operations (accounting), and budget.
• Works with the other Associate Deans in the School and throughout the New Brunswick campus and reports to the Dean of the Bloustein School.

FLSA
Exempt

Grade
09

Salary Details

Minimum Salary
124967.000

Mid Range Salary
158175.000

Maximum Salary
191383.000

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

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, 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

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility
ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• A minimum of 5 years of senior-level management experience in higher education administration, with responsibility for budget development, personnel management, and long-range planning.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Master's degree.
• Higher education experience.
• Ability to assume management-level responsibilities at the highest level of independence.
• Demonstrated success in building and managing an expanding organization.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks of different natures, e.g., budget, personnel, and space allocation within the university, and establish good working relations with faculty, staff, students, and other university personnel, as well as external constituencies.
• Experience in and sensitivity for leading a school with a diverse student body and faculty.

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel expertise essential), Adobe, management tools such as Tableau, Salesforce, databases, and be able to access all of the university's primary fiscal and HR systems.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number
26ST1811

Posting Open Date
09/21/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus
Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City
New Brunswick

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.