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Rutgers University

Assistant Dean II

Rutgers University, Trenton, New Jersey, United States,


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link.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.Posting SummaryRutgers, 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.Among the key duties of the position are the following:Creates, implements, and provides leadership for all transition processes and onboarding, including advising, registration activities, coordination of faculty advisors, and decision-making about institutional policies of new transfer students as well as the oversight and evaluation of continuing students seeking to take courses outside the University.Oversees the transfer credit evaluation process for all newly-admitted transfer students. Ensure that credits are granted in a timely and accurate manner within the parameter of the NJ Statewide Transfer Agreement and in consultation with faculty members across the disciplines at SEBS and across the university.Sets direction for the long-term improvement of the transfer evaluation process.Creates and implements large scale transfer advising and registration programs for fall and spring admits.Provides leadership and direction in the planning, execution and assessment of these events, including training and supporting faculty advisors, and responding effectively to all inquiries regarding the needs of new transfer students.Oversees planning and implementation for programming and intervention efforts to support transfer student transition, success, and progress to timely graduation.Develops innovative efforts and partnerships within the SEBS community across the university, and within the broader professional community to support transfer student success.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.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.Physical Demands and Work Environment:Be available to travel on a periodic basis, particularly within NJ and surrounding states.Posting Number: 24ST2238Posting Open Date: 09/27/2024

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