Director of Strategic Initiatives

🇺🇸 New Brunswick, NJ 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $109K - $166K 💻 Other 🗓️ February 9th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

Rutgers University is hiring a Director of Strategic Initiatives for its School of Social Work. The role involves leading and managing strategic projects and operational initiatives that promote the School’s mission and long-term goals, while serving as a key advisor to the Dean and senior leadership team across academic, administrative, and research functions.

Highlights

Lead development, launch, and management of high-impact strategic projects and initiatives.
Provide strategic guidance and operational support to the Dean and senior leadership team.
Oversee initiatives related to academic innovation, community engagement, institutional transformation, and research partnerships.
Ensure alignment with institutional goals and facilitate cross-functional collaboration within the University.
Require 7–10 years of experience in strategic planning or organizational development within higher education.
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred in Public Administration, Social Work, Education or related fields.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, Smartsheet, Teams, Zoom, and university applications.
Salary range from $108,670 to $166,424, depending on qualifications and experience.
Work environment includes occasional domestic and international travel, and potential event support outside normal hours.
Must have strong interpersonal, communication, financial acumen, and project leadership skills with experience supporting research and grant development.