Director of Business Services

Rutgers School of Social Work, ranked #12 among MSW programs in the nation, is among the largest social work programs in the United States, offering BASW, MSW, DSW, and Ph.D. degrees to over 2,000 students across three campuses in Camden, Newark, and New Brunswick. Founded in 1766, Rutgers is a major research university and a member of the Association of American Universities, a federation of 62 leading research universities, and the Big Ten Academic Alliance, an academic consortium of Big 10 universities.

The School of Social Work's mission is to develop and disseminate knowledge through social work research, education, and training that promotes social and economic justice and strengthens individual, family, and community well-being in this diverse and increasingly global environment of New Jersey and beyond.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Director of Business Services for the School of Social Work.

Reporting to the Associate Dean for Administration and Finance, the Director of Business Services is the chief business and human resources officer of the school, responsible for the short-and long range supervision and planning of all fiscal matters, and the planning and implementation of fiscal and administrative policy and procedures for the school ensuring sound fiscal practices compliant with university policies, union bargaining agreements, funding agencies, and other applicable policies.

Responsibilities include the preparation and administration of responsibility center management including the operating budget, grants, contracts, endowments, gifts, etc. Is a strategic partner for pre-award activities and oversees post-award administration for all grants and contract activity. Oversees the supervision of all appointments (academic, research, administrative), payroll and benefits for faculty and staff, student financial aid, academic support needs, and other duties as assigned. Supervises the business services support staff that provide customer-oriented business and facilities services to the Dean's office, faculty and staff, and the various academic programs and centers throughout the school. Serves as representative of the school on various committees and working groups across the campus and university.

SSW Operating Scope: 2,000+ students, 4 degree offerings - BASW, MSW, DSW, PhD - with multiple program options (including a large online program, dual degrees, and global programs) and academic certificates, largest SW continuing education program, 5 active research centers/institute/hubs, approaching $80M operating budget, >$60M grants/contracts portfolio, 75+ faculty (TT & NTT), 180+ adjunct faculty, 150+ practicum support adjuncts, and 160+ full-time administrative and professional staff. Headquartered in New Brunswick with operations on the Camden and Newark campuses and several off-campus locations.

Among the key duties of the 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 provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

This position may be eligible for a fully remote work arrangement. (Feasibility Assessment approval form must be attached).
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a fully remote work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.