Associate Program Manager

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. Ranked in 2022 by Forbes as a top 100 best large employer in America, 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.

University Finance and Administration ( UFA) advances Rutgers' strategic priorities through the management of all central financial, administrative, and student information systems and processes. We supply the university's financial community the professional guidance, services, tools, and information needed to make the informed decisions that contribute to Rutgers' standing as an academic, health, and research powerhouse. We are deeply committed to our guiding principles and the core values that are critical for the long-term strategic growth of our division and the university. For more information, please visit https://finance.rutgers.edu/.

Rutgers, The State University is seeking an Associate Program Manager for University Finance and Administration ( UFA). Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Strategic Financial Initiatives and Chief of Staff ( AVP- COS), the Associate Program Manager provides high-level, confidential support to the AVP- COS, the division's Human Resources Manager, and the Office of the Executive Vice President-Chief Financial Officer ( EVP- CFO). The role involves managing a wide range of administrative and programmatic responsibilities, including division-wide administration and coordination of internal and external programs, events, and strategic projects managed by the Office of the EVP- CFO. Serving as a key coordinator for diverse operational and administrative processes and programs in UFA and other central units, this role serves as a primary liaison for a broad range of divisional functions. This position requires excellent organizational and project management skills, sound judgment, discretion, strong attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

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.

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.