Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Director, Scarlet Arts Rx |
| Posting Number |
25TM0256 |
| Department |
Mason Gross Sch Arts-Deans Ofc |
| Overview |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Director for Scarlet Arts Rx. Reporting to the Director of Research and the Arts in Health Endowed Chair, the Program Director will provide comprehensive oversight to the second year of a two-year Chancellor-Funded grant for on-campus arts prescribing.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Develops, plans, and implements Scarlet Arts Rx.
- Develops and sustains on- and off- campus partnerships to advance our programming.
- Oversees faculty grantees, student teaching artist team, part-time coordinator and lesson plan developer.
- Liaisons with GSAPP.
- Trains GSAPP student clinicians and Aresty Research Assistants.
- Manages the budget - hiring, procurement, reimbursements, IPOs, timesheets, etc.
- Co-leads app development and get it ready for beta testing, including UX/UI focus groups or surveys.
- Delivers a completed arts and well-being toolkit, multi-sensory arts and well-being map, arts access guides, and DIY zines.
- Writes and delivers impact reports at the end of the fall and spring semesters.
- Analyzes program evaluation data and provide feedback to the student artist teaching team.
- Creates Canva flyers and post to Instagram, get Involved, wellness calendar, listservs, etc.
- Continues creating campaigns with Dining Services, Rutgers Gardens, Zimmerli, Makerspace, etc.
- Edits and issues weekly Scoop! news zine.
- Updates sign-ups/maintain ScaRx lister.
- Attends regular online meetings with the Director of Research and/or Arts in Health Endowed Chair.
- Arises to other duties as assigned.
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Salary Details |
$50/hourly |
| 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 offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
- 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
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. |
| Position Status |
Part Time |
| Working Hours (per week) |
19.5 |
| Daily Work Shift |
Rotating |
| Work Arrangement |
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| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Terms of Appointment |
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Doctoral degree in Education, Arts Education or related field and at least one year experience managing art program, preferably in an academic setting, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Ability to multitask, plan and lead small projects, and maintain accurate records.
- Demonstrated abilities in managing major program budgets and in collecting and evaluating data.
- Excellent communication, sound judgment, and the ability to escalate issues appropriately.
- Demonstrated abilities of working successfully and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven professional environment.
- Attention to detail is essential.
- Computer literacy in Qualtrics, Concur, Canvas, Canva, Word, Outlook, Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, PowerPoint, and willingness to learn new platforms.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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Posting Details
| Posting Open Date |
06/24/2025 |
| Posting Close Date |
07/02/2025 |
| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Livingston (RU-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. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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