New Brunswick, NJ, USA
52 days ago
Director of Debate
Recruitment/Posting Title Director of Debate Job Category Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support Department School Public Affairs & Admin Overview Rutgers School of Public Affairs and Administration (SPAA) is a premier institution for public affairs and administration education globally, preparing the next generation of public and nonprofit administration professionals and scholars. Posting Summary Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking a Director of Debate. This position reports to the Dean of the School of Public Affairs and Administration (SPAA) at Rutgers-Newark. The Director of the Rutgers-Newark Debate Program will be the administrator for all associated operations and activities related to the Debate Program. The Director organizes, administers, and coordinates multiple facets of the activities, including but not limited to, programs, projects, events, processes, communication, advising, and recruitment. The Director will oversee the day-to-day administration and operations of the Debate Program, including managing budget and staff, ensuring an inviting atmosphere for students and internal/external stakeholders, and administering the Debate Program in a customer-friendly and service-oriented manner. The Director will improve all aspects of the debate performance towards high-level intercollegiate competition and reimagine the Debate Program and team within Rutgers-Newark with its strong commitment to RU-N’s identity as an anchor institution for the local community.

This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:

Designing, deploying, and coordinating communication and marketing efforts to reach and engage current and prospective students. Planning and executing a wide range of multi-media communication and programming to effectively reach and build community with the Debate Program and RU-N Community. Strategically use the resources of RU-N, the city, and the region to showcase the Debate Program and team with the university community, students and prospective students, the public, and both internal and external agencies and organizations. Developing processes, evaluating program effectiveness, and identifying and obtaining additional resources. Leading the coordination and execution of on-site evaluations of the program, assess program progress, and prepare appropriate recommendations for review by the Dean of SPAA and the Associate Dean of Academic and Student Affairs. liaising with various public and private institutions and agencies to assess program requirements, modifications, and innovations. Overseeing the coordination of event and program publicity, and fundraising efforts, and may be asked to participate in the preparation of grant proposals as needed. Coordinating event evaluation processes, collect, and organize data, and assist with analysis for inclusion in documents and reports. Providing timely and accurate information in response to requests and advising students on the policies and processes of the Debate Program, the School of Public Affairs and Administration (SPAA), and RU-N. This position requires knowledge of general program coordination practices and the application of concepts, theories, and terminologies of the Debate Program. The Director must be able to multitask in a fast-paced, customer-service-focused environment with an understanding of the mission, vision, role, and goals of the Debate Program, SPAA, and RU-N.


Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.
FLSA Exempt Grade 05 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 69031.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 87377.00 Annual Maximum Salary 105722.00 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
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