Assistant Director of HR Administration, Initiatives, and Programming

🇺🇸 Hybrid - New Brunswick, NJ 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $94K - $145K 💻 Human Resources 🗓️ June 1st, 2026

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Rutgers University is hiring an Assistant Director of HR Administration, Initiatives, and Programming. The role supports the Senior Vice President of Human Resources by managing daily HR operations, leading strategic projects, preparing executive communications, and overseeing the faculty salary equity program while ensuring alignment with university policies and labor agreements.

Highlights

Provide executive support and prepare briefings, presentations, and research for senior leadership.
Supervise and mentor administrative staff, manage office operations, and coordinate scheduling and budgeting for the Senior VP and office.
Lead and coordinate major HR projects, team-building events, and HR branding efforts.
Identify process improvements, compile reports, and deliver data-informed recommendations for leadership decision-making.
Manage the faculty salary equity program including data analysis, communication, and collaboration with academic units.
Maintain expertise in labor relations, union agreements, and ensure compliance in HR initiatives.
Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least five years of relevant experience with strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
Preferred qualifications include an advanced degree, executive-level support experience, unionized workforce background, and familiarity with HR strategy and academic operations.
Salary ranges from $94,492 to $144,715 annually, with flexible and competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.
Supports University Human Resources units and partners with academic, administrative, and union stakeholders across Rutgers University.