Associate Director

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Department

Department SEBS - Dean's Office

Overview

The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems.

Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer 21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, agriculture and food systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences, ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography, environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology, and environmental economics.

In addition to instruction in the classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term study abroad.

Students also have access to a robust program of applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and marine stations throughout the state.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Associate Director for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences.

This position is responsible for the organization, direction and financial administration of sponsored grant support for SEBS and NJAES by providing financial leadership and expertise to both pre-award and post-award grants administration.

Among the key duties of the position are the following :

• Partners with faculty and staff to develop the financial components of successful grant proposals.
• Responsible for the management of the post-award grants financial management team (approximately six-eight staff) that administers policies and supports all sponsored awards managed by SEBS / NJAES , a large, complex unit of the university, currently responsible for $55 million in sponsored programs.
• Provides timely and reliable financial information.
• Assists with the organization of major proposals including multi-institutional proposals, to enhance their competitiveness with a focus on the financial aspects of proposals.
• Meets regularly with the Grants Facilitator Supervisor to coordinate grants administration and establish priorities.
• Maintenance of a service-oriented and customer focused financial management team is essential.
• Primary responsibility and oversight for approvals and assignment of departmental approvals in Rutgers Research Administration and Proposal Submission System ( RAPSS ).

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 08

Annual Minimum Salary

Annual Minimum Salary 104995.00

Annual Mid Range Salary 132896.00

Annual Maximum Salary

Annual Maximum Salary 160796.00

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Union Description

Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http : / / uhr.rutgers.edu / benefits / benefits-overview .

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; and five years of related professional experience in a financial / accounting / sponsored program function in a leadership or managerial role of increasing responsibility.

Certifications / Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Requires skills in planning and organizing, integrating information, making decisions, and attaining results; excellent communication skills and computer literacy.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills are critical.
• Should have strong skills with Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated experience with regulatory requirements and ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Broad understanding of grant financial management and procurement systems.
• Experience leading teams and managing staff effectively.
• Must be detail oriented and able to exercise independent judgement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of science and science-based funding agencies is desirable.
• Experience working in higher education or a grant-making agency or organization is desirable.
• Should have strong skills with Microsoft Office applications, as well as experience with databased creation and management.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Office work environment.
• Must have ability to occasionally travel to off site facilities.

Special Conditions

Posting Number

Posting Number 24ST2114

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 08 / 29 / 2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Home Location Campus

City

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment / Posting Title Associate Director Job Category Staff & Executive - Finance / Accounting / Purchasing Department SEBS - Dean's Office Overview The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H.

Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems.

Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer 21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, agriculture and food systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences, ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography, environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology, and environmental economics.

In addition to instruction in the classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term study abroad.

Students also have access to a robust program of applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and marine stations throughout the state.

Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Associate Director for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences.

This position is responsible for the organization, direction and financial administration of sponsored grant support for SEBS and NJAES by providing financial leadership and expertise to both pre-award and post-award grants administration.

Among the key duties of the position are the following :

• Partners with faculty and staff to develop the financial components of successful grant proposals.
• Responsible for the management of the post-award grants financial management team (approximately six-eight staff) that administers policies and supports all sponsored awards managed by SEBS / NJAES , a large, complex unit of the university, currently responsible for $55 million in sponsored programs.
• Provides timely and reliable financial information.
• Assists with the organization of major proposals including multi-institutional proposals, to enhance their competitiveness with a focus on the financial aspects of proposals.
• Meets regularly with the Grants Facilitator Supervisor to coordinate grants administration and establish priorities.
• Maintenance of a service-oriented and customer focused financial management team is essential.
• Primary responsibility and oversight for approvals and assignment of departmental approvals in Rutgers Research Administration and Proposal Submission System ( RAPSS ).

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Exempt Grade 08 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 104995.

00 Annual Mid Range Salary 132896.00 Annual Maximum Salary 160796.00 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC) Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees.

For details, please go to http : / / uhr.rutgers.edu / benefits / benefits-overview . Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience

Requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; and five years of related professional experience in a financial / accounting / sponsored program function in a leadership or managerial role of increasing responsibility.

Certifications / Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Requires skills in planning and organizing, integrating information, making decisions, and attaining results; excellent communication skills and computer literacy.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills are critical.
• Should have strong skills with Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated experience with regulatory requirements and ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Broad understanding of grant financial management and procurement systems.
• Experience leading teams and managing staff effectively.
• Must be detail oriented and able to exercise independent judgement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of science and science-based funding agencies is desirable.
• Experience working in higher education or a grant-making agency or organization is desirable.

Equipment Utilized

Should have strong skills with Microsoft Office applications, as well as experience with databased creation and management.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Office work environment.
• Must have ability to occasionally travel to off site facilities.

Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number 24ST2114 Posting Open Date 08 / 29 / 2024 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Cook (RU-New Brunswick) City New Brunswick 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, p regnancy, 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

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