Chancellor

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, Newark

Feb 12, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Chancellor
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Executive
Department	Newark Chancellor's Office
Overview	As one of four campuses of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Rutgers University-Newark proudly stands out as one of the most diverse, research-intensive campuses in the nation, and a vehicle for social mobility, serving as a model for other urban universities across the country. Since its consolidation with Rutgers University in 1946, Rutgers University-Newark has evolved into a thriving academic powerhouse, recently ranked the 4th best University in New Jersey, #39 among Top Public National Universities, and #5 in Social Mobility by U.S. News & World Report, and #1 in the Northeast for Student Diversity by Wall Street Journal College Rankings. Deeply rooted in the City of Newark's cultural and economic landscape, Rutgers University-Newark is more than an academic institution-it's a community cornerstone that has empowered generations of students to shape their futures and improve society. Rutgers University-Newark has established a strong reputation for civic engagement and social justice, collaborating with local partners to tackle urban challenges and drive economic growth in the city.
Posting Summary	Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N, Rutgers University-Newark, or Rutgers-Newark) seeks a dedicated and visionary leader to serve as its next Chancellor. Reporting to the President of Rutgers University, the Chancellor will be responsible for providing bold strategic leadership to advance the University's mission with an unwavering commitment to academic excellence, diversity, equity, inclusion, community engagement, and its vital role as an anchor institution for the city of Newark, deeply engaged in the city's ongoing transformation. The Chancellor is responsible for overseeing all facets of Rutgers-Newark's administration, including financial, academic, and community engagement initiatives. The Chancellor sets a vision and strategic plan to lead the institution forward; develops and maintains relationships with diverse constituents, both internal and external; raises funds and develops new sources of revenue to support the University's continued growth; and serves as the face and voice of the institution. The Chancellor will be supported in this work by the senior leadership team. Instrumental to the overall vision and mission of Rutgers University, the next Chancellor of Rutgers University-Newark will be a strategic leader with a strong, demonstrated commitment to social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion and a demonstrated record as an academic leader and changemaker at a comprehensive institution of higher learning. This individual will have a deep understanding of the complexities of leading an urban public institution that sits within a larger university and possess exceptional communication skills, enabling them to inspire confidence and foster unity among a wide range of stakeholders. The ideal candidate will also be skilled in cultivating strong partnerships across Rutgers University and with elected officials, business leaders, and community stakeholders, enhancing Rutgers-Newark's influence and impact. A commitment to the University's mission as an anchor institution dedicated to serving Newark and fostering social mobility through community partnerships is essential for this role. The next Chancellor will build on this legacy, advancing Rutgers-Newark as a model of academic and research excellence and civic engagement on regional, national, and international stages.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
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Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
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Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	0.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	0.000
Annual Maximum Salary	0.000
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	Senior Administrators (ATP)
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
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	An ability to cultivate trust and build relationships that will energize, inspire, and mobilize students, faculty, staff, alumni, board members, and external stakeholders around a collective vision and facilitate actions with notable impact; A record of successful administrative leadership, including oversight of senior leaders and effectively recruiting and retaining strong executives; Experience with strategic planning and the ability to engage diverse stakeholders; Commitment to and demonstrated record of promoting justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism; Unimpeachable ethics and integrity, with a demonstrated commitment to leading responsibly; Outstanding interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence; humility and eagerness to listen and to engage as fluently with students, staff, and faculty as with business, government, and labor leaders; an excellent campus and public representative for the University; Authenticity, empathy, and energy; an inclination to collaborate; A proven and tested administrative leader with demonstrated experience in financial, operational, and strategic administration; Experience navigating and successfully responding to crises; Knowledge related to working within a public institution that is unionized is a plus; Experience leading a public institution within a larger institutional structure is preferred; Considerable experience in fundraising and the capacity to cultivate and steward donors, foundations, and other supporters of the University; An understanding and appreciation for the history, mission, and value of urban public research universities; A record of courageous leadership and a willingness to make difficult but fair decisions and communicate the rationale for those decisions; Distinguished intellectual credentials, including a demonstrated record of teaching and scholarly achievement commensurate with appointment as a full professor at Rutgers University-Newark; an earned terminal degree or equivalent is strongly preferred. The successful candidate will work closely with Rutgers University's president, central administration, and campus leadership to align strategic priorities, ensuring cohesion and shared progress toward common objectives. Building and enhancing partnerships with the city of Newark will also be essential with Rutgers University-Newark as a key contributor to the city's growth and revitalization.
Preferred Qualifications
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Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST0292
Posting Open Date	02/12/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey has engaged a search firm, Isaacson, Miller, to manage the search process. All applicants should complete the following two step process: 1. Apply to this posting. 2. And apply directly : https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/rutgers-university-newark/chancellor To be considered, candidates must complete both steps for their application to be complete.
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University-Newark
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

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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.

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