Associate Director - Newark

Position Summary:

• Develops, plans, and oversees the execution of all RDL-affiliated programs, events, and workshops on Rutgers-Newark (e.g., policy forums, speaker series, civic engagement initiatives, Think and Do Tank).
• Works with the RDL Director to set and implement the strategic agenda for Rutgers-Newark, translating the Lab's broad mission into actionable goals and outcomes that align with the local university and community priorities.
• Serves as the primary RDL liaison to academic, administrative, and external partners within the Newark ecosystem, including faculty, deans, local non-profits, and government officials.
• Manages and produces outreach materials (web content, newsletters, press releases) specific to the campus programs, ensuring a consistent and professional public profile.
• Manages the operational budget for Rutgers-Newark, including tracking expenditures, processing purchasing requests, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with university and grant guidelines working closely with the RDL Business Manager.
• Works closely with the RDL Director and University Foundation/Sponsored Research offices to assist in the drafting of proposals and manages the non-research administrative execution and reporting requirements for all awarded grants.
• Supervises, mentors, and manages the professional staff (e.g., Fellows, Graduate Assistants and student employees associated with the campus's RDL activities), including hiring and training. Ensures all campus-level RDL operations and programming adhere to university policies, procedures, and relevant compliance requirements (e.g., venue contracts, risk management).

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Masters Degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Communications, Business Administration, or a related social science/liberal arts field.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in program management, non-profit administration, or higher education administration.

City: Newark

State: NJ

Equipment Utilized:

• Proficiency in standard office software and university administrative systems (e.g., financial, HR, project management tools).

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Eagleton offices are a historic building with no elevator; duties regularly involve navigating stairs multiple times per day.
• Reasonable accommodation may be requested for individuals with disabilities that limit stair navigation.

Special Conditions:

• This position is paid from a five-year gift, and continuation is contingent upon available funds.
• This position requires availability to work occasional evenings and weekends during the academic year.

Posting Number: 26ST0806