Assistant Vice Chancellor

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Assistant Vice Chancellor Job Category Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support Department Undergraduate Admissions - NB Overview

The Division of Enrollment Management at Rutgers University-New Brunswick (EM-NB) is comprised of eight student facing and administrative units: Undergraduate Admissions, Graduate Admissions, the Office of Financial Aid, the Office of the Registrar, and the One Stop Student Services Center, as well as business, information technology, and analytics administrative teams. The division employs over 120+ full-time staff and an additional 200+ student employees to fulfill its mission. The division is driven by research, galvanized by progress, and motivated by a relentless commitment to student access and academic excellence. It works at the intersection of administration and innovation to set enrollment strategy, foster student success, and inform university policy and practice. EM-NB attracts the best and brightest students to Rutgers' flagship campus, supports them through their time on the banks, and celebrates their graduation each year.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Assistant Vice Chancellor of Enrollment Management. (AVC-EM) for the Offices of Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions, New Brunswick.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Provides strategic leadership and oversight of undergraduate and graduate admissions, recruitment and outreach, marketing and communications, and applicant services across all undergraduate-enrolling schools at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
• Oversees recruitment, outreach, marketing, communications, and customer service functions supporting graduate enrollment.
• Develops and executes a comprehensive, forward-looking admissions strategy designed to attract and enroll a diverse, high-achieving national and international student population, from prospect through deposit.
• Advances recruitment and marketing strategies to strengthen the graduate applicant pool, while respecting program-level authority over final admissions decisions.
• Leads enrollment planning and forecasting efforts, designing and implementing targeted recruitment, marketing, and admissions strategies to achieve short- and long-term enrollment goals across undergraduate and graduate populations.
• Partners closely with Financial Aid, the Registrar, Institutional Research, Enrollment Management Strategy and Analytics, academic units, and student services to align strategies, leverage institutional relationships, and continuously refine admissions practices.
• Uses data, analytics, and modeling to inform admissions criteria, evaluate campaign effectiveness, and support enrollment forecasting and planning.
• Establishes and advances best practices in admissions and enrollment management and serves as a visible institutional leader, representing Rutgers-New Brunswick externally as the university's dean of admissions.
• Leads a team of approximately 50 professional staff and 80 student ambassadors and oversees a budget of approximately $8.5 million.

FLSA Exempt Grade 10 Salary Details $143,712-$200,000 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

Position Status Full Time Working Hours 37.5 Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement

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 hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC) Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Master's degree with 8-10 years of experience in higher education, at least 5 of which must be in a supervisory position in admissions.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated success leading and developing teams, implementing innovative recruitment, marketing and/or admissions practices, and using analytics to make data informed decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in admissions at a large, public university, serving enrollment goals for multiple colleges/schools.

Equipment Utilized

• Datatel, Banner, PeopleSoft, Federal & State Applications, Educational Tools, CRM, ERPs, Oracle Discover, etc.

Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 26ST1425 Posting Open Date 06/30/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City Piscataway 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.

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

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a Master's degree with 8-10 years of experience in higher education, at least 5 of which were in a supervisory position in admissions?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

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

Optional Documents