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The AFC and its myriad programs provide academic opportunities, resources, leadership development and other support initiatives for first‑generation, low‑income, college‑bound scholars to achieve success through education. As the first Rutgers‑Newark special program established to identify talent beyond traditional measures and then recruit, retain and graduate talented young people from the greater Newark area, AFC remains a jewel in the crown of Rutgers‑Newark, serving nearly 1,500 undergraduate students annually.
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/Assistant Director for the Educational Opportunity Fund Program (EOF) located within the Academic Foundations Center (AFC) and which will report to the Assistant Dean/Associate Director.
Responsibilities The Assistant Dean has responsibility and oversight for the counseling unit within the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Program. At the heart of the EOF program is a strong academic and social counseling component which serves as a critical anchor to students’ intellectual exploration and development.
Oversee unit meetings, workshops, mentoring, tutoring, and special initiatives
Evaluate and assess student needs
Monitor program activities and initiatives with service deliverables
Develop, implement, and evaluate policies and procedures for the unit and coordinate retention initiatives
Oversee the EOF grant payment, roster, internal database, and ensure reconciliation with the various systems/databases.
Manage the counseling component of the EOF Summer Institute, a five‑week summer bridge program serving approximately 110 first‑time first‑year students; develop and implement counseling and enrichment initiatives, and monitor students’ progress through the summer.
Assist in the preparation of reports required by the university and state
For more information please visit: https://myrun.newark.rutgers.edu/afc
Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience
Master’s degree in Education, Public Administration, Counseling, Student Development or a related field or commensurate experience.
At least three years of responsible educational administrative, research, and training experience with a demonstrated ability to perform the duties and accept the responsibilities presented in this position description.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of the unique needs of first‑generation, low‑income, and/or under‑resourced students.
Excellent experience in the development and management of creative alternative programming; strong communication and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Understanding of the unique life, psych/social, and family circumstances of urban students, more specifically, first‑generation, low‑income students.
Sensitivity to the challenges that disadvantaged students face.
Familiarity with database and statistical software, social networking web applications, and university, state, and federal application systems.
Benefits
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 Details Position Status: Full Time
Working Hours: Standard Hours – 37.50 per week
Daily Work Shift: 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. 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.
Posting Number: 26ST0248
Posting Open Date: 02/10/2026
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of Professional References (contact info)
Optional Documents
Optional documents may include any additional materials you feel strengthen your application.
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 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 at least three years of responsible educational administrative, research, and training experience with demonstrated ability to perform the duties and accept the responsibilities presented in the aforementioned position description?
Yes
No
* Have you been in your current position for 6 months?
Yes
No
Additional Information 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.
Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. If you have trouble accessing this page because of a disability, please contact us at 732.745.7378 or via email at OneSource@Rutgers.edu.
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The AFC and its myriad programs provide academic opportunities, resources, leadership development and other support initiatives for first‑generation, low‑income, college‑bound scholars to achieve success through education. As the first Rutgers‑Newark special program established to identify talent beyond traditional measures and then recruit, retain and graduate talented young people from the greater Newark area, AFC remains a jewel in the crown of Rutgers‑Newark, serving nearly 1,500 undergraduate students annually.
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/Assistant Director for the Educational Opportunity Fund Program (EOF) located within the Academic Foundations Center (AFC) and which will report to the Assistant Dean/Associate Director.
Responsibilities The Assistant Dean has responsibility and oversight for the counseling unit within the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Program. At the heart of the EOF program is a strong academic and social counseling component which serves as a critical anchor to students’ intellectual exploration and development.
Oversee unit meetings, workshops, mentoring, tutoring, and special initiatives
Evaluate and assess student needs
Monitor program activities and initiatives with service deliverables
Develop, implement, and evaluate policies and procedures for the unit and coordinate retention initiatives
Oversee the EOF grant payment, roster, internal database, and ensure reconciliation with the various systems/databases.
Manage the counseling component of the EOF Summer Institute, a five‑week summer bridge program serving approximately 110 first‑time first‑year students; develop and implement counseling and enrichment initiatives, and monitor students’ progress through the summer.
Assist in the preparation of reports required by the university and state
For more information please visit: https://myrun.newark.rutgers.edu/afc
Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience
Master’s degree in Education, Public Administration, Counseling, Student Development or a related field or commensurate experience.
At least three years of responsible educational administrative, research, and training experience with a demonstrated ability to perform the duties and accept the responsibilities presented in this position description.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of the unique needs of first‑generation, low‑income, and/or under‑resourced students.
Excellent experience in the development and management of creative alternative programming; strong communication and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Understanding of the unique life, psych/social, and family circumstances of urban students, more specifically, first‑generation, low‑income students.
Sensitivity to the challenges that disadvantaged students face.
Familiarity with database and statistical software, social networking web applications, and university, state, and federal application systems.
Benefits
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 Details Position Status: Full Time
Working Hours: Standard Hours – 37.50 per week
Daily Work Shift: 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. 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.
Posting Number: 26ST0248
Posting Open Date: 02/10/2026
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of Professional References (contact info)
Optional Documents
Optional documents may include any additional materials you feel strengthen your application.
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 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 at least three years of responsible educational administrative, research, and training experience with demonstrated ability to perform the duties and accept the responsibilities presented in the aforementioned position description?
Yes
No
* Have you been in your current position for 6 months?
Yes
No
Additional Information 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.
Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. If you have trouble accessing this page because of a disability, please contact us at 732.745.7378 or via email at OneSource@Rutgers.edu.
Rutgers University participates in the E‑Verify program as required by law. Learn more about the E‑Verify program.
For technical assistance with the applicant tracking system (login, filling out your application, resetting your password, etc.) please contact the ROCS Help Desk at 848-932-4444 or ROCS@hr.rutgers.edu.
To learn more about Rutgers University’s commitment to diversity and inclusion on its campuses, click here.
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