Assistant Dean III

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation, holidays and leave

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University – Newark, an urban public research university, is seeking an Assistant Dean III to support the office of Academic Programs at Rutgers Business School in Newark. You will provide reliable graduate advising, manage student records, and help guide students toward timely degree completion.

The role requires communicating with program directors and campus partners, participating in orientations and events, and occasional travel between campuses.

Qualifications

• Masters 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provides reliable and timely academic advising to graduate students at Rutgers Business School ( RBS ).
• Manages and maintains student records, to support scholastic standing reviews.
• Resolves complex issues regarding graduation requirements.
• Interacts professionally and compassionately with all graduate students, as well as their parents/guardians.
• Establishes effective working relationships with Graduate Program Directors, Coordinators, and the RBS departments and other campus partners on issues pertaining to academic policies and student advising.
• Participates 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.

Education

Masters 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.

Job description

Job Category Staff & Executive - Advising and Counseling

Department

Department Academic Programs & Learning A

Overview

Rutgers Business School-Newark and New Brunswick ( RBS ) adheres to the principles of academic excellence and cutting-edge research that defines Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. RBS is the second largest school at the university, with more than 10,000 students attending undergraduate and graduate programs on campuses in Newark and New Brunswick. Our academic programs prepare students for careers in a variety of business fields, including accounting, finance, data management, entrepreneurship, marketing, and supply chain management. On the graduate level, our Executive MBA and MBA programs, and specialty master’s programs allow students to enhance their careers and develop expertise in such areas as quantitative finance, digital marketing, and supply chain analytics. RBS also offers life‑long learning opportunities through its Executive Education and Stackable Business Innovation Programs. The RBS community reflects diverse cultures, backgrounds and perspectives and it embodies the traits reflected in our 4 R’s brand: We are fortified in our Resilience, creative in our Resourcefulness, empowered by our Responsibility and strategic in individual and collective Reinvention. Among our strengths is a faculty that represents a mix of distinguished academic scholars and instructors who bring years of corporate experience to their classes, and an alumni network of more than 50,000 that spans the world. Some of our greatest social impact happens as result of the efforts of research centers that support diverse entrepreneurs and business owners, strive for gender equity and advocate for corporations to help address issues such as climate control and health equity. Through our teaching, experiential learning, mentoring and career preparation, RBS is committed to producing skilled professionals and knowledgeable leaders capable of impacting the business world and the future of business in meaningful ways.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University – Newark, an urban public research anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking an Assistant Dean III . The Assistant Dean III reports to the Assistant Dean II deans at the office of Academic Programs at Rutgers Business School to support the school’s mission and the needs of our diverse student population. 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:

• Provides reliable and timely academic advising to graduate students at Rutgers Business School ( RBS ).
• Manages and maintains student records, to support scholastic standing reviews.
• Resolves complex issues regarding graduation requirements.
• Interacts professionally and compassionately with all graduate students, as well as their parents/guardians.
• Establishes effective working relationships with Graduate Program Directors, Coordinators, and the RBS departments and other campus partners on issues pertaining to academic policies and student advising.
• Participates 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.

Travel between campuses is required as needed.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 06

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 77919.480

Mid Range Salary 96454.480

Maximum Salary

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.

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

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours

Working Hours 37.5

Standard 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

Union Description URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Masters 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.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience assessing learning outcomes, student programming, and retention and outreach efforts.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

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

• Travel to both locations will be required

Special Conditions

Posting Number

Posting Number 26ST2048

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 11/05/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Home Location Campus

City

City Newark

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Assistant Dean III Job Category Staff & Executive - Advising and Counseling Department Academic Programs & Learning A Overview Rutgers Business School-Newark and New Brunswick ( RBS ) adheres to the principles of academic excellence and cutting‑edge research that defines Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. RBS is the second largest school at the university, with more than 10,000 students attending undergraduate and graduate programs on campuses in Newark and New Brunswick. Our academic programs prepare students for careers in a variety of business fields, including accounting, finance, data management, entrepreneurship, marketing, and supply chain management. On the graduate level, our Executive MBA and MBA programs, and specialty master’s programs allow students to enhance their careers and develop expertise in such areas as quantitative finance, digital marketing, and supply chain analytics. RBS also offers life‑long learning opportunities through its Executive Education and Stackable Business Innovation Programs. The RBS community reflects diverse cultures, backgrounds and perspectives and it embodies the traits reflected in our 4 R’s brand: We are fortified in our Resilience, creative in our Resourcefulness, empowered by our Responsibility and strategic in individual and collective Reinvention. Among our strengths is a faculty that represents a mix of distinguished academic scholars and instructors who bring years of corporate experience to their classes, and an alumni network of more than 50,000 that spans the world. Some of our greatest social impact happens as result of the efforts of research centers that support diverse entrepreneurs and business owners, strive for gender equity and advocate for corporations to help address issues such as climate control and health equity. Through our teaching, experiential learning, mentoring and career preparation, RBS is committed to producing skilled professionals and knowledgeable leaders capable of impacting the business world and the future of business in meaningful ways.

Posting Summary Rutgers University – Newark, an urban public research anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking an Assistant Dean III . The Assistant Dean III reports to the Assistant Dean II deans at the office of Academic Programs at Rutgers Business School to support the school’s mission and the needs of our diverse student population. 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:

• Provides reliable and timely academic advising to graduate students at Rutgers Business School ( RBS ).
• Manages and maintains student records, to support scholastic standing reviews.
• Resolves complex issues regarding graduation requirements.
• Interacts professionally and compassionately with all graduate students, as well as their parents/guardians.
• Establishes effective working relationships with Graduate Program Directors, Coordinators, and the RBS departments and other campus partners on issues pertaining to academic policies and student advising.
• Participates 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.

Travel between campuses is required as needed.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 06

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 77919.480

Mid Range Salary 96454.480

Maximum Salary

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.

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

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

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Masters 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.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Experience assessing learning outcomes, student programming, and retention and outreach efforts. 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.

Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of the business curricula and the academic degree requirements. Working knowledge of Rutgers system‑wide student information and service delivery systems. 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 Travel to both locations will be required

Special Conditions

Posting Number 26ST2048

Posting Open Date 11/05/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Home Location Campus

City Newark

State NJ

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Ph.D.
• * Do you have 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?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Have you been in your current position for 6 months?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents

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