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Rutgers University

Assistant Dean II

Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08933


Position DetailsPosition InformationRecruitment/Posting Title

Assistant Dean II

Job Category

URA-AFT Administrative

Department

SEBS-Acad Programs & Research

Overview

The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer 21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, agriculture and food systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences, ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography, environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology, and environmental economics.In addition to instruction in the classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term study abroad. Students also have access to a robust program of applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and marine stations throughout the state.Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Assistant Dean II for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. The Assistant Dean II will lead all activities related to the successful advising, onboarding, and transition for transfer undergraduate students at the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. The Assistant Dean II position is responsible for all transfer activities for undergraduate students at the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. This position is responsible for compliance with the legislation of the NJ Statewide Transfer Agreement, both in its review and certification of the NJSWTA compliance for students and in oversight of course equivalency and Recommended Transfer Programs (RTPs). The Transfer Assistant Dean coordinates with the SEBS Assistant Dean of Recruitment and counselors at other institutions to create effective recruitment programming to ensure smooth student transition and evaluation of programs.The Assistant Dean position is critical to welcoming students into our beloved community through a detailed and understandable process which educates students about their progress to timely degree completion and the institutional policies, opportunities, and resources that are key to a successful transition. To support transfer student success, the Assistant Dean remains current on national and international trends affecting recruitment, transition, and retention for diverse transfer populations, and works with national transfer student organizations and across Rutgers to develop transfer student success initiatives. Further, the Assistant Dean collaborates with the SEBS Office of Global Engagement to coordinate International transfer student recruitment, development of combined degree programs, and effective recruitment, course evaluation and approval for Study Abroad programming for SEBS students. Oversees evaluation of transfer coursework for continuing students and assists the Dean, Associate Dean, and faculty advisors in the development of specialty programs/articulation agreements connected to the SEBS and NJAES mission.Position Status

Full Time

Daily Work Shift

Day

FLSA

Exempt

Grade

07

Annual Minimum Salary

86471.00

Annual Mid Range Salary

107785.00

Annual Maximum Salary

129099.00

Standard Hours

37.50

Union Description

URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to

http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABPQualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Requires a Master's degree and a minimum of 3 years overall professional experience in Higher Education.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must have administrative experience, possess outstanding organizational and communication skills, political astuteness, excellent decision making skills, public speaking abilities and the ability to interact with a diverse group of constituents.Must work well individually as well as on a team and represent the School and University professionally and enthusiastically.Must have excellent computer skills.Preferred Qualifications

Acquaintance with Rutgers academic policies and procedures.Familiarity with best practices for Transfer student success and academic advising.Familiarity with the New Jersey Statewide Transfer Agreement legislation.Familiarity with academic planning with international students/partners.Equipment Utilized

Microsoft Office Suite; Specialized academic software/systems (Degree Navigator, IMS, Perceptive Content/ImageNow).Physical Demands and Work Environment

Be available to travel on a periodic basis, particularly within NJ and surrounding states.

Posting Details

Posting Number

24ST2238

Posting Open Date

09/27/2024

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Cook (RU-New Brunswick)

City

New Brunswick

State

NJPre-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.

Affirmative Action/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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. 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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