Assistant Director (AD2), Budget & Finance - College of Science & Mathematics, School of Earth & Environment

Rowan University • Glassboro, NJ

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Dean, the Assistant Director of Budget & Finance
manages the financial operations of the College and School, including budget
development, financial analysis, faculty load and compensation processing,
research purchasing oversight, and compliance with University policies. The
position serves as a strategic partner to the Dean and academic leadership,
providing data-driven analysis and guidance to support fiscal planning, academic
priorities, and institutional growth.

The Assistant Director supervises assigned staff and collaborates extensively
with department leadership, faculty, and central administrative offices to
ensure responsible stewardship of resources and alignment with University
financial policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Masters Degree required.
• Two (2) years of professional, position-related experience, preferably in higher education or other field that is directly related to the functions of the position to be filled or equivalency as determined by the appointing authority.
• Proven experience managing complex, multi-fund budgets (operating, grants, gift funds, and fees) with understanding of internal controls and audit readiness.
• Experience with faculty compensation models and adjunct contracting.
• Expert-level proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, financial modeling) combined with preferred experience with enterprise-level financial systems (e.g., Banner ) and travel/expense software like Concur.
• Ability to translate budgetary information into insights for the Dean and academic leadership, as well as providing clear faculty guidance and support.
• Experience leading and developing staff, particularly in specialized roles like procurement or research support.
• A working knowledge of post-award grant administration and procurement processes to support research-intensive faculty and effective collaboration with our Office of Sponsored Projects.
• General knowledge of science/STEM disciplines
• Strong communication and writing skills and ability to effectively communicate and coordinate with various constituencies (deans, department heads/chairs, faculty, students, university departments, alums, etc.)
• Comfort navigating the intersection of academic priorities and state-mandated financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Budget Development & Financial Planning
• Research & Sponsored Program Financial Support
• Faculty Load & Compensation Administration
• Fellowship & Student Funding Administration
• Financial Operations & Procurement
• Travel Administration
• Policy, Process, and Compliance
• Operational Oversight & Supervision

Benefits

• comprehensive NJ State health, dental and retirement benefits
• extensive accrued time off/paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees