Personnel Manager (Human Resources Manager)

Job Category

Staff & Executive – Administrative & Support

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 Personnel Manager (Human Resources Manager) for the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP). This position will report to the Associate Dean.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Oversees all HR transactions including managing the onboarding process and serving as an approver of new employees in HCM, E-Verify, salary administration and payroll.
• Handles faculty lifecycle tracking and administration; administration of staff HR transactions.
• Works closely with the Associate Dean to ensure the school is compliant with all federal, state, university, and school policies related to human resources.
• Manages all HR data and documents; creates reports.
• Responds to queries from the school’s employees regarding all human resources issues.

FLSA: Exempt

Grade: 06

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

Standard Hours: 37.50

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

Terms of Appointment: Staff – 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility: ABP

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, in human resources management or a related field.
• Two (2) years of experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of human resources administration and development, including current and emerging issues, preferably in a higher education environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to present professionally at meetings, to write effective memos and emails.
• High level of proficiency with computers and systems relevant to HR and office work.
• Ability to research and learn new technology independently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment, work both independently and on a team, demonstrate sound judgment on sensitive matters.
• Advanced knowledge of human resources management is necessary in order to fulfill the responsibilities related to compliance issues, salary and equity analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree is strongly preferred.
• At least four years of managerial experience in higher education.

Equipment Utilized

• Regular use of a Windows computer and expertise with software including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Database systems.
• Large online HR management systems.
• Common office equipment.

Posting Open Date: 07/15/2026

Regional Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus: Busch (RU-New Brunswick)

City

Piscataway,

State

NJ

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