Director of Debate

Company: Rutgers University
Location: Newark
Posted on: October 20, 2024

Job Description:

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• Designing, deploying, and coordinating communication and marketing efforts to reach and engage current and prospective students.
• Planning and executing a wide range of multi-media communication and programming to effectively reach and build community with the Debate Program and RU-N Community.
• Strategically using the resources of RU-N, the city, and the region to showcase the Debate Program and team with the university community, students and prospective students, the public, and both internal and external agencies and organizations.
• Developing processes, evaluating program effectiveness, and identifying and obtaining additional resources.
• Leading the coordination and execution of on-site evaluations of the program, assessing program progress, and preparing appropriate recommendations for review by the Dean of SPAA and the Associate Dean of Academic and Student Affairs.
• Liaising with various public and private institutions and agencies to assess program requirements, modifications, and innovations.
• Overseeing the coordination of event and program publicity, and fundraising efforts, and may be asked to participate in the preparation of grant proposals as needed.
• Coordinating event evaluation processes, collecting, and organizing data, and assisting with analysis for inclusion in documents and reports.
• Providing timely and accurate information in response to requests and advising students on the policies and processes of the Debate Program, the School of Public Affairs and Administration (SPAA), and RU-N.
• This position requires knowledge of general program coordination practices and the application of concepts, theories, and terminologies of the Debate Program.
• The Director must be able to multitask in a fast-paced, customer-service-focused environment with an understanding of the mission, vision, role, and goals of the Debate Program, SPAA, and RU-N.Position StatusFull TimeWork ArrangementConsistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.Minimum Education and Experience
  • Requires a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of program design and execution, coordination, organization, facilitation, report analysis, writing, and promotion/outreach.
  • Also requires a minimum of two years relevant experience in an administrative function that includes coordination of work and management of people; strong written and verbal communication skills, and computer literacy.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Must have the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously; meet deadlines and work productively in a collaborative environment; and maintain confidentiality.Preferred Qualifications
      • Master's degree in the areas of political science, public policy, public administration, and/or communications.
      • At least four years of collegiate debate experience with at least two years of evidentiary debate research and coaching experience.Physical Demands and Work Environment
        • Must possess a valid driver's license.Posting DetailsPosting Number: 24ST2105Posting Open Date: 09/24/2024Pre-employment ScreeningsAll offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
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