ASSISTANT PROGRAM MANAGER

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

ASSISTANT PROGRAM MANAGER

Job Category

Staff & Executive - Education and Training

Department

Psychological Services Center

Overview

At the Rutgers University Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology, we provide the nation’s highest quality doctoral education and training, which develops outstanding practitioners and fosters personal leadership to advance the practice and field of professional psychology. Since the establishment of our Psychological Clinic in 1929 and the school’s founding in 1974, we have become the “gold standard” in the education and training of qualified and competent direct-service psychologists.

The mission of GSAPP is threefold: education, research/scholarship, and public service. Its goal is to prepare well-educated, qualified, and competent direct-service psychologists who have a special commitment to direct community involvement and to underserved populations—professionals who can integrate scientific knowledge with innovation in the delivery of psychological services to individuals, families, groups, and organizations. Professionals receiving a doctoral degree in psychology should be capable of extending psychological knowledge and exhibiting the high level of analytic skills and theoretical understanding needed to use existing and emerging psychological knowledge.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Assistant Program Manager for the Psychological Assessment Clinic within The Center for Psychological Services (CPS) at the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP).

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Oversees learning evaluations that GSAPP PsyD students complete as part of their training in their respective programs within the school.
• Oversees the two student coordinators for the Assessment Clinic, the test library coordinator (also a GSAPP student) and will report to the Director of CPS as part of their role.

FLSA

Exempt

Grade

06

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

82166.000

Mid Range Salary

104002.000

Maximum Salary

125837.000

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

Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours

37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description

Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• PhD or PsyD in psychology.
• A minimum of 1 or 2 years of clinical experience in psychological assessment with individuals of all ages (youth and adults).

Certifications/Licenses

• At least 2-years licensed, or license-eligible in the state of New Jersey.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Degrees in clinical or school psychology with experience administering and supervising psychological assessments (e.g., Woodcock-Johnson, WAIS, WISC, DKEFS, ADHD measures, etc.).

Equipment Utilized

• Online scoring systems (e.g., Q-Global).
• Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This position will require travel to the CPS office for in-person work hours at least half of the week.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number

26ST1955

Posting Open Date

10/14/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Busch (RU-New Brunswick)

City

Piscataway

State

NJ

Location Details

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

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a PhD or PsyD in psychology, and a minimum of 1 or 2 years of clinical experience in psychological assessment with individuals of all ages (youth and adults)?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Other Document

• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents