Assistant Director

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Assistant Director for the Center for Social Justice Education and LGBT Communities (SJE).

• Develop experiences designed to promote and increase the awareness of the campus community as it pertains to social justice, cross-cultural dialogue, and inclusive excellence.
• Accomplish goals through a combination of designing and coordinating sustained, peer‑led, and on-demand workshop‑based educational opportunities for both students and staff within the Division of Student Affairs.
• Work in partnership with the Asian American Cultural Center, the Paul Robeson Cultural Center, the Center for Latino Arts and Culture, and the Center for Social Justice Education and LGBT Communities, also known as The Cultural Center Collaborative, in addition to other key campus partners to develop these opportunities holistically.

Exempt

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• Minimum Salary: 77,919.48
• Mid‑Range Salary: 96,454.48
• Maximum Salary:

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.

• 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

• Master’s degree in education, student affairs, or closely related field and at least three (3) years of relevant experience, an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• A valid driver’s license would be required for this position.

• Ability to think creatively, multitask, and work well independently.

• Prior experience coordinating peer‑led social justice education and dialogical programs in a higher education setting.
• Five years of relevant experience.

• Clean Driving Record.

• * Do you have a Master’s degree in education, student affairs, or closely related field and at least three (3) years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience?
  • Yes
  • No

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

• None specified.

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:
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