Assistant Dean II

Rutgers University, United States

Updated: 2 days ago
Location: New Brunswick, NEW JERSEY
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Position Details


Position Information


Recruitment/Posting Title Assistant Dean II
Job Category URA-AFT Administrative
Department Academic Programs
Overview
The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the undergraduate 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, agricultural business 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 Office of Academic Programs within the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. The position is responsible for all recruitment and outreach activities for undergraduate students for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. This position creates, implements, and provides leadership for all aspects of the prospective student journey through discovery and enrollment while developing a unified brand to increase applicant quality and student enrollment.
The Assistant Dean is the institutional expert for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences on all issues related to the development and implementation of effective recruitment planning, managing and assessing data to track recruitment progress and goals, and coordinating recruitment-based education and outreach efforts. This position works autonomously and collaboratively with a large variety of internal and external constituents, including SEBS faculty and staff, NJAES and RCE departments, the SEBS Office of Public Outreach and Communication, the Office of Enrollment Management, RU Global, the World Food Prize Foundation, national- and state-level FFA and 4H, and other organizations to promote outreach, education, and recruitment. This position serves as the point person for enrollment management activities with the Office of Enrollment Management/Undergraduate Admissions, as well as collaborations with SEBS EOF, the SEBS Office of Global Engagement, and the SEBS Office of Public Outreach and Communication for the effective recruitment, outreach and onboarding of SEBS communities (EOF, International, etc).
Further, the Assistant Dean collaborates with the SEBS Office of Global Engagement to coordinate international student recruitment, outreach, and onboarding activities and retention. The Assistant Dean serves as an advisor to continuing SEBS students as a member of the Office of Academic Programs, providing guidance and advising as student prepare and implement academic plans. The position develops and supervises a team of Student Ambassadors to support recruitment events. The Assistant Dean position is critical to continued efforts to develop and shape the SEBS community into a welcoming place with wide reach across the university, the state and the world.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
  • Designs and coordinates of all aspects of the prospective student journey from discovery through enrollment, developing a unified brand to increase applicant quality and student enrollment. Includes the full range of duties associated with recruiting and enrolling new students: planning, coordinating, and implementing recruitment/enrollment events and programs, and may include occasional out-of-state and international travel.
  • Coordinates faculty and staff of SEBS and NJAES to develop recruiting content about the School and its programs for print media, the web, email, and social media that includes text, images, video, and other content, particularly with emphasis on both domestic and international student populations.
  • Recruits, trains, and advises a diverse group of volunteer student ambassadors, brand ambassadors, and tour guides who assist in recruiting and enrolling prospective students.
  • Serves as a member of the Dean’s staff in the Office of Academic Programs to support all office-wide tasks for the SEBS general student population, including providing developmental individual and group advising, managing an advising caseload of first-year students, participating in all large-scale academic programming including APA Day, STAR Day, graduation certification, delay drop/probation advising and other administrative duties including serving on school and university committees as assigned.
  • Manages and assesses data to track recruitment progress and institutional goals.
  • Creates and analyzes recruitment and enrollment reports to gauge and modify ongoing recruitment and retention efforts and enable data-driven planning.
  • Works with current external agencies and build new partnerships to facilitate independent recruitment initiatives.
FLSA Exempt
Grade 07
Salary Details 89,008.48-97,909
Minimum Salary 89008.480
Mid Range Salary 110322.480
Maximum Salary 131636.480
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 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 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 or equivalent and a minimum of 3 years overall professional experience in higher education, admissions, recruitment or marketing.
Certifications/Licenses
  • A valid driver’s license would be required for this position.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Demonstrated administrative experience.
  • Outstanding organizational and communication skills.
  • Political astuteness, excellent decision making skills and public speaking abilities.
  • Ability to interact with a diverse group of constituents.
  • Ability to work well individually as well as on a team and represent the School and University professionally and enthusiastically.
  • Excellent computer skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Acquaintance with Rutgers academic policies and procedures.
  • Familiarity with best practices for marketing approaches and social media campaigns in higher education.
  • Familiarity with data management and development of recruitment strategy.
  • Familiarity with outreach with international students/partners.
Equipment Utilized
  • Microsoft Office Suite; Salesforce, specialized academic software/systems (Degree Navigator, IMS, Perceptive Content/ImageNow).
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
  • This position may require national and international travel periodically.
  • Clean Driving Record.

Posting Details


Posting Number 26ST0066
Posting Open Date 01/23/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Cook (RU-New Brunswick)
City New Brunswick
State NJ
Location Details

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