Senior Associate Dean for Academic Planning & Administration

Rutgers University; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 253,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Senior Associate Dean for Academic Planning and Administration for the Office of the Dean, Rutgers Law School. This high-level role leads administration, academic planning, and policy development, coordinating with the Dean and Vice Deans across Newark and Camden campuses.

The position supervises the Director of New Programs to create non-JD revenue and aligns operations with the school’s mission, strategy, and governance. Hybrid work arrangement possible.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field or a J.D. required.
• Minimum of 7 years of proven experience in higher education academic administration.
• At least 8 years of increasing responsibility in a leadership or managerial role.
• Significant experience in academic management and administrative service within a higher education institution.
• Broad understanding of institutional policies and procedures relevant to professional education.
• Familiarity with federal and state regulations and policies related to the higher education academic setting.
• Familiarity with shared governance in higher education.
• Ability to juggle multiple responsibilities and shifting priorities, including crisis management.
• Ability to work efficiently and cooperatively with university faculty and administrators with various levels of authority.

Responsibilities

• Act as strategic leader and change agent for administration and academic planning for the Dean’s Office.
• Supervise the Director of New Programs to build non-JD revenue programs.
• Coordinate work of faculty, staff, and other administrators across the law school.
• Advise the Dean, Vice Deans, and leadership on HR, budget, and policy matters.
• Oversee human resources, revenue generation, and budget initiatives.
• Support mission and strategy of Rutgers Law School.

Skills

Leadership

Higher education administration

Budget management

Communications

Crisis management

Education

Master’s degree or J.D.

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Job description

Senior Associate Dean for Academic Planning & Administration

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Recruitment/Posting Title Senior Associate Dean for Academic Planning & Administration

Job Category

Job Category Staff & Executive - Executive - Deans

Department

Department LAW-Dean's Office

Overview

Two schools, each with distinctive strengths, have come together to create one law school with extraordinary opportunities for learning experiences and career growth.

Rutgers Law School—with locations in Camden and Newark—offers a world-class faculty; a curriculum of exceptional breadth and depth in theory, practice, and interdisciplinary studies; a geographic presence that spans one of the nation’s 10 largest legal markets (New Jersey) while also offering immediate access to two of the five largest markets (New York City and Philadelphia); an alumni network with over 20,000 members; and a strong tradition of diversity and social impact.

As the law school for a top public university, Rutgers Law School is committed to the highest standards of teaching, scholarship, and service to its host communities, the state of New Jersey, and the nation.

Ranked #43 in U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University–Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers–Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University–Camden among its “Best Bang for the Buck” universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers–Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Senior Associate Dean for Academic Planning and Administration for the Office of the Dean, Rutgers Law School. This position reports to the Dean and serves as a strategic leader and change agent for administration and academic planning for the Dean’s Office, working collaboratively to develop and implement best practices and policy and cultivate strong professionals throughout the law school. The position is responsible for generating alternative revenue streams to reduce the law school’s reliance on JD tuition, including by supervising the Director of New Programs to build new, non-JD programs.

This role works closely with the Dean and the Vice Deans on the Newark and Camden campuses on law school issues related to academic human resources and other human resources issues; faculty affairs and contract process implementation; organizational leadership; training & development; communications; budget and financial planning; and represents the Dean with both internal and external constituents. The Senior Associate Dean for Administration also provides direct advice, guidance, and policy development on law school matters, which have substantial implications for law school operations and priorities. In addition, the Senior Associate Dean for Administration works closely with leaders throughout the law school on human resources, revenue generation and budget, leadership development, and communication initiatives. The position carries out these responsibilities by coordinating the work of large numbers of faculty, staff, and other administrators in the law school.

The Senior Associate Dean for Academic Planning and Administration, as a member of the senior leadership at the Rutgers Law School, manages the operational functions of the Law School, and supervises the human resources functions performed by others, providing advice and consultation to the Dean, faculty members, staff, and students. This position is responsible for supervising the Director of New Programs to design and build new programs that will generate non-JD revenue. In addition, this position is responsible to know, understand, support and execute the mission and strategy of the RLS.

FLSA Exempt

Grade 11

Salary Details

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, within university policy and salary schedules, as well as departmental budgets.

Minimum Salary 165269.000

Mid Range Salary 209187.000

Maximum Salary 253104.000

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 37.5

Standard Hours 37.50

Work Arrangement Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu .

Union Description

Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• This position requires a master’s degree in a related field or a J.D.
• A minimum of (7) years of proven experience in higher education academic administration is required.
• Must demonstrate at least 8 years of experience of increasing responsibility in a leadership or managerial role
• Significant experience in academic management and administrative service within a higher education institution.
• Broad understand of basic institutional policies and procedures relevant to professional education.
• Familiarity with current federal and state regulations and policies related to the higher education academic setting.
• Familiarity with shared governance in higher education.
• Ability to juggle multiple responsibilities and shifting priorities, including crisis management.
• Ability to work efficiently and cooperatively with university faculty and administrators with various levels of authority.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in law school administration is preferred as is experience with complex organizational structures.
• The ideal candidate will have experience within a public AAU institution of higher education, have knowledge of budget management and communications, and have a deep understanding of the law school landscape.
• Position uses PC and must be proficient in Outlook and the full suite of MS Office programs.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This position will be required to travel regularly throughout the state of New Jersey, having a primary physical presence on the Rutgers University–Camden or Rutgers University–Newark campuses, and a regular, secondary presence at the non-resident campus of the Rutgers Law School. There will also be periodic travel to Rutgers University–New Brunswick as necessary.
• Position serves as a key advisor to the Dean, Vice Deans, and other members of the senior administration at the law school on a range of continuing and emerging administrative issues.

Posting Number

26ST1916

Posting Open Date

10/08/2026

Special Conditions

None

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-Camden

Home Location Campus

Rutgers University-Camden

City

Camden

State

NJ

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.

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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

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

Optional Documents

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