Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Dean of Rutgers University Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) |
| Job Category |
Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support |
| Department |
Graduate School of Applied & P |
| Overview |
The Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology is committed to preparing exceptional practitioners, scholars, and leaders in applied and professional psychology who serve diverse populations through evidence-based, socially impactful practices. The school is home to a vibrant and diverse community of approximately 419 graduate students, 48 full-time faculty, and 159 full-time administrative, research, and professional staff.
GSAPP houses six centers that provide high-quality, evidence-based services to New Jersey residents while advancing research that enhances care delivery and deepens understanding of human functioning. GSAPP's centers form a collaborative ecosystem where clinical service, applied research, and student training intersect to address behavioral, educational, and social challenges across the lifespan. Offering accredited doctoral, master's, and certificate programs across clinical psychology, applied psychology, and school psychology,
GSAPP integrates rigorous academic training with immersive clinical experiences in both campus-based and community settings. The school is deeply committed to community engagement and impact, with faculty and alumni actively shaping psychological services and policy at local, national, and international levels. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Dean of Rutgers University Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (
GSAPP). The university seeks an experienced, visionary, and collaborative leader to guide this highly respected school into its next chapter of excellence and impact. Reporting to the provost and executive vice chancellor for academic affairs, the dean serves as the chief academic and administrative officer of
GSAPP. The dean will provide strategic leadership to advance the school's mission, foster academic excellence, and promote institutional effectiveness.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Articulates a compelling vision aligned with GSAPP's values and strengths.
- Recruits and retains outstanding students, faculty, and staff.
- Supports student success and faculty development.
- Ensures GSAPP's national and global reputation.
- Ensures sound fiscal stewardship and operational transparency.
- Strengthens internal cohesion and external partnerships.
- Leads strategic planning, academic innovation, fundraising, and facilities management.
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| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Grade |
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| Salary Details |
Minimum $300,000 |
| Minimum Salary |
0.000 |
| Mid Range Salary |
0.000 |
| Maximum Salary |
0.000 |
| 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
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| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Working Hours |
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| Standard Hours |
37.50 |
| Daily Work Shift |
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| Work Arrangement |
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| Union Description |
Sr Executives Central Admin |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Seniority Unit |
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| Terms of Appointment |
Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility |
ABP |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- The ideal candidate will be a distinguished scholar in psychology with a record of research, teaching, and service warranting a tenured appointment as full professor.
- Significant senior-level academic administrative experience.
- Demonstrated success in budget management and financial stewardship.
- Proven fundraising and donor engagement experience.
- Ability to lead within a large, complex public research university.
- Strong communication skills and emotional intelligence.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
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| Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
| Posting Number |
26ST1148 |
| Posting Open Date |
05/22/2026 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Rutgers University - New Brunswick |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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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: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
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