Assistant Dean

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Assistant Dean II

Job Category

Staff & Executive - Academic Affairs

Department

Law School Newark

Overview

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 an Assistant Dean II. Rutgers Law School (RLS) seeks an experienced, strategically minded candidate with a record of setting and achieving student success goals to lead our Bar Studies Program in Newark. The successful candidate must be creative and organized, possess a deep understanding of the bar exam, and have analytical, quantitative, and collaborative skills. The Assistant Dean II must possess a commitment to advancing bar passage rates in Newark through a variety of bar-related interventions and careful monitoring of student success from matriculation through bar admission.

The Assistant Dean II of Bar Studies in Newark will report to the Associate/Assistant Dean of Bar Studies and work closely with the faculty and administration.

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

• Assist in designing, implementing, and managing programming to improve and maintain bar passage rates at RLS so that they are at or above those of peer institutions.
• Assist the Assistant/Associate Dean of Bar Studies in developing, teaching, and supervising courses focused on bar passage.
• The Assistant Dean II, in conjunction with the academic success faculty, will also assist with academic success programming at RLS.
• Use student data and resources from internal and external partners.
• The Assistant Dean II will be responsible for tracking bar data and reporting, and championing data-driven decisions that meet bar passage and student success goals.
• Manage contractual relationships with vendors related to bar studies.

FLSA

Exempt

Grade

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

89008.480

Mid Range Salary

110322.480

Maximum Salary

131636.480

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

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, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description

URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• J.D. from an ABA-approved law school with strong academic credentials.
• Current or prior admission to the bar of at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• A minimum of 3 years of law-related experience, post-law school graduation.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in bar exam advising and/or tutoring.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exemplary professional, administrative, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. Excellent oral and written proficiency as well as strong organizational abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment and to manage others.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and critically about techniques to improve law students’ bar readiness and to design, implement, and arrange innovative programs to promote bar passage success.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information, exhibit good judgment, and provide customer service in working with students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with data, empirical analysis, and software applications.
• Accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to apply creative problem-solving skills to develop solutions within established policies, guidelines, accreditation standards, and applicable law.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 3 years of prior law school administrative experience, preferably related to bar preparation or academic support.
• Prior experience directing or supporting a law school bar preparation or academic support program.
• Knowledge of advising and counseling techniques within a legal or higher education setting.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number

26ST1042

Posting Open Date

05/26/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-Newark

Home Location Campus

Rutgers University-Newark

City

Newark

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:

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a J.D.?
  • Yes
  • No
  • In process

• * Are you currently admitted, or have you previously been admitted, to the bar of at least one U.S. jurisdiction?
  • Yes
  • No

• * Do you have a minimum of 3 years of law-related experience post-law school graduation?
  • Yes
  • No

• * Have you been in your current position for 6 months?
  • Yes
  • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents