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Director, RBS Office for Student Engagement and Employer Relations

Rutgers University, Piscataway, New Jersey, United States

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Director, RBS Office for Student Engagement and Employer Relations

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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 business fields including accounting, finance, data management, entrepreneurship, marketing, and supply chain management. RBS offers life-long learning opportunities through Executive Education and Stackable Business Innovation Programs. The RBS community emphasizes resilience, resourcefulness, responsibility, and reinvention, with strengths including a diverse faculty and an alumni network of more than 50,000 worldwide. Through teaching, experiential learning, mentoring, and career preparation, RBS aims to produce skilled professionals and knowledgeable leaders. Posting Summary Rutgers University–Newark (RU-N) and New Brunswick, an urban public research university and anchor institution located in Newark, New Jersey, is seeking a Director to support its mission of academic excellence and student success. The Director reports to the Vice Dean for Academic Programs and Learning Assurance and oversees initiatives related to connecting students with career opportunities and enriching the overall student experience at Rutgers Business School (RBS). This role manages two core areas, Employer Relations and Student Engagement, ensuring collaboration and alignment with the RBS strategy for student experience and career outcomes. Responsibilities include and not limited to: Develop and execute a unified, forward-thinking strategy for student extracurricular experiences, employer relations, and co-curricular student life to support student retention, satisfaction, and career outcomes. Provide direct supervision, guidance, and performance management for employer relations staff and student engagement program coordinators, ensuring high-quality service delivery and goal attainment. Serve as the primary liaison between career advisement, student services, academic program directors and administrators, and employer partners to ensure comprehensive support for students from enrollment through graduation. Collaborate with central career offices in Newark and New Brunswick to enhance career opportunities for RBS students. Resolve a wide range of complex issues related to student engagement, employer relations, and departmental operations. Manage the department budget and expenses to maximize return on investment and positive student outcomes. Travel among regional campuses and attend industry and corporate events as required. Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Requires a master’s degree in education, operations management, communications, or related area with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a higher education setting. Certifications/Licenses Not specified. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong leadership and supervisory skills with demonstrated ability to manage staff and complex operations. Knowledge of University policies and procedures. Commitment to student success. Strong communications and networking skills required. Preferred Qualifications Significant (5+ years) experience in higher education. Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem solving skills. Knowledge of RBS curriculum, admissions requirements, and academic policies. Experience with 12twenty, canvas, and academic advising. Equipment Used: 12twenty, CareerKnight, Suitable, Run4Success (EAB), IMS, SRDB, SharePoint, Microsoft Office Physical Demands and Work Environment Occasional travel between Newark and New Brunswick campuses as needed. May be required to provide support on some evenings and weekends. Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number:

26ST0162 Locations Home Location Campus: Rutgers University - New Brunswick; City: Piscataway; State: NJ Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title: Director, RBS Office for Student Engagement and Employer Relations Job Category: Staff & Executive - Career Education Overview (duplicate)

Rutgers University is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary by 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

Standard Hours: 37.50 Domestic/Union & Payroll Union Description: Admin Assembly (MPSC) Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility

ABP 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 5 years’ experience in higher education 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 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 web address provided. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of 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, or any other category protected by law. For more information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement. Pre-employment Pre-employment screenings: All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization requirements may apply as described. ADA/NJLAD accommodations available upon request. If you have trouble accessing this page due to a disability, please contact us for assistance.

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