Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Associate Vice Chancellor for Strategic Initiatives |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support |
| Department |
Budget Office |
| 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. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Associate Vice Chancellor (
AVC) for Strategic Initiatives for the Budget Office. The
AVC for Strategic Initiatives is an inaugural position that reports to and serves as the principal aide to the Senior Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, Chief Business Officer (
SVC/
CBO) of Rutgers-New Brunswick. They are responsible for coordinating and advancing the work of the Office of the
SVC/
CBO. The
AVC plays a pivotal role in supporting the
SVC/CBO's administrative and strategic responsibilities.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Serves as an advisor, facilitator, and liaison between the Office of the Chancellor and various internal and external stakeholders.
- Works closely with the SVC/CBO and collaboratively with members of the New Brunswick campus leaders, with responsibility for a broad spectrum of administrative and operational functions, including special projects, internal communications, strategic priorities, organizational change management, and mission-critical endeavors.
- Ensures the operational efficiency of these areas of responsibility, requiring exceptional leadership, project management, organization, and communication skills. The Strategic Initiatives and Campus Policies role is a high-impact leadership position at Rutgers-New Brunswick charged with translating vision into campus-wide strategies, policies, and operational frameworks.
- Integrates principles of shared governance with strategic planning, system, organizational integration, and policy development, while also encompassing aspects of strategic human resources and project management. This position is not a formal HR role but will interface with HR and other administrative functions to support the campus structural and strategic evolution.
- Executes the SVC/CBO operational strategies that may touch the areas of New Brunswick campus-data strategy, project management of campus-wide human resource projects, information technology projects, and space and facilities planning.
- Coordinates the activities of units to ensure alignment to SVC/CBO initiatives and serve as a strategic partner in workforce planning and organizational design.
- Evaluates staffing patterns, identifying redundancies, and recommending structures that promote efficiency, equity, and cross-unit collaboration in partnership with University Human Resources.
- Develops opportunities for collaboration with an eye toward reducing redundancies and filling gaps.
- Works closely with the Chancellor's team to identify and review data and technology needs.
- Participates in strategic planning processes and implementation initiatives, coordinate staff efforts, and manage and track progress toward stipulated goals.
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| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Grade |
10 |
| Salary Details |
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| Minimum Salary |
143712.000 |
| Mid Range Salary |
181901.000 |
| Maximum Salary |
220090.000 |
| Offer Information |
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. |
| Benefits |
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the 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
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| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Working Hours |
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| Standard Hours |
37.50 |
| Daily Work Shift |
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| Work Arrangement |
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| Union Description |
Admin Assembly (MPSC) |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
ABP |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- A bachelor's degree, graduate degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- Seven years of progressively responsible administrative work experience, preferably in a university setting.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- The position must understand the core and future requirements needed for RU-NB to be successful in achieving its strategic goals and mission and understand New Brunswick-wide budgetary implications for new projects.
- Project Management skills: Coordinate timeline, gather and document requirements, resource time management, and manage project financial resources
- An understanding of the internal/external engagement and administrative needs of a complex matrix organization.
- Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments independently.
- Ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and diverse constituencies, handle highly confidential information, and complete multiple complex tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of the principles and practices of management and the administration of applicable laws, rules, regulations, codes, and statutes relating to higher education.
- Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare aesthetic, comprehensive, and informative reports.
- Excellent verbal, electronic, and written communication skills.
- Impeccable interpersonal skills, and the ability to work strategically and collaboratively across departments and divisions are essential.
- Ability to foster cross-divisional, cross-disciplinary partnerships and initiatives with an intention and focus on relationships, policies, and processes.
- Demonstrated experience in workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, or strategic HR partnership.
- Ability to analyze staffing structures, evaluate functional redundancies, and recommend actionable solutions that enhance operational cohesion.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Master's degree with experience in change management.
- Familiarity with HR systems, labor relations, and hiring protocols in a unionized higher education setting.
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
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| Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
26ST0153 |
| Posting Open Date |
01/27/2026 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Rutgers University - New Brunswick |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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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. 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 |
Rutgers University
life insurance, employee discount
Jan 27, 2026