Director Of Student Support Services

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Director of Student Support Services Posting Number 24TM0145 Department Academic Foundation Center (AFC) Overview Posting Summary

Rutgers University-Newark, an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking a Director of Student Support Services. Reporting to the Associate Dean, this position will have primary oversight of the US Department of Education's Student Support Services (SSS) Program. This position will be temporary Director of the Student Support Services Program.

The Student Support Services (SSS) Program is a federally funded TRIO program. The goal of the SSS Program is to increase the college retention and graduation rates of low-income, first-generation, and disabled participants and help students make the transition from one level of higher education to the next.

This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:

• Provide overall leadership and direction; anticipate complex functional needs; and develop recommendations and solutions for the SSS program, policies, and services that meet academic, social, and/or special population needs of students

• Organize, administer, and coordinate multiple facets of planning, preparation, evaluation, budget, communications, events, records, statistics, reports, and documents

• Develop and coordinate academic year activities/workshops and tutoring including faculty and staff recruitment

• Manage evaluations of programs and services, assess service levels and program progress, and prepare appropriate recommendations

• Research and plan curriculum and program criteria, as well as, supervise, evaluate, and/or support professional staff

• Maintain and enhance program and college-wide leadership activities

• Maintain a student caseload and fostering quality faculty relationships

• Develop collaborative efforts, relationships, and strategic alliances with internal constituents and external agencies, corporations, and other TRIO programs.

This position is contingent on the continuation of external funding.

Website: https://afc.newark.rutgers.edu/sss/

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week 40 Daily Work Shift Day 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.

FLSA Exempt Position Salary $65,000 - $75,000 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• Requires five years of experience with urban, multicultural students, communities and school systems with demonstrated experience in the development and management of creative alternative programming, program assessment and evaluation, budgeting and program management.

Certifications/Licenses Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum Development, Counseling or a related field.

• Individuals from a background that is similar to those of program participants preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills, in addition to excellent administrative, supervisory, and leadership skills.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

• May require light lifting and transportation of materials.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Open Date 04/18/2024 Posting Close Date 07/17/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is contingent on the continuation of external funding.

Regional Campus Rutgers University-Newark Home Location Campus Rutgers University-Newark City Newark State NJ Location Details

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.

Affirmative Action/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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Posting Specific 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 five years of experience with urban, multicultural students, communities and school systems with demonstrated experience in the development and management of creative alternative programming, program assessment and evaluation, budgeting and program management?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents