Associate Director

🇺🇸 Hybrid - New Brunswick, NJ 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $109K - $166K 💻 Development & Advancement 🗓️ April 27th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Rutgers University is hiring an Associate Director for the Eagleton Institute of Politics. The Associate Director leads strategic vision, operational oversight, program development, and resource management to fulfill the Institute's mission while collaborating with the Director on strategic planning and solving complex organizational challenges. This role oversees public programs and events, supervises staff, manages confidential projects, and plays a key role in fundraising and grant writing.

Highlights

Provide senior administrative, operational, and confidential advice to leadership.
Manage confidential projects and communications for internal and external audiences.
Ensure alignment with institutional goals and facilitate cross-functional collaboration across university departments.
Supervise Institute’s building, technology infrastructure, communications, events, and event staff.
Engage in fundraising activities including grant writing.
Minimum of a Master’s degree or equivalent and 10 years of extensive experience, including demonstrable administrative experience in political and academic settings.
Strong skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher), social media, web design, desktop publishing, learning management systems, and Zoom or equivalent platforms.
Experience leading in non-profit organizations and supervising multiple employees.
Thorough knowledge of American politics, U.S. and New Jersey politics, government, and working in bipartisan environments.
Salary range from $108,670 to $166,424 with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, retirement plans, and paid leave.