Director of Graduate Medical Education (GME) Operations

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Director of Graduate Medical Education (GME) Operations Job Category Staff & Executive - Executive Department Clinical Affairs Overview

The Rutgers Health Office of Clinical and Health Affairs leads and supports a diverse array of inter-professional clinical, health, education, and research initiatives that promote Rutgers Health as a premier academic health system.

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Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Director of Graduate Medical Education (GME) Operations within Graduate Medical Education at the Rutgers Health, Office of Clinical and Health Affairs.

The Director of Graduate Medical Education (GME) Operations for Rutgers Health serves as the principal Executive leader supporting the Vice Chancellor for Graduate Medical Education & Designated Institutional Official (DIO). The Director provides strategic leadership, administrative oversight, and ACGME accreditation compliance for all residency and fellowship programs.

This role manages, resident/faculty development, and clinical learning environments, ensuring compliance with ACGME and CMS regulations. This position provides high-level management and strategic oversight of all GME operations, staff, and projects within the Rutgers Health Office of Clinical and Health Affairs. The Director partners closely with the DIO to advance the mission, vision, and strategic goals of the Graduate Medical Education enterprise across Rutgers Health and its affiliated teaching hospitals.

The Director is responsible for supervising all GME Executive staff, ensuring effective coordination of day-to-day operations, and maintaining alignment with institutional priorities. This position also manages and oversees all GME projects, initiatives, and issue resolution efforts, serving as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. The role requires strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and drive execution across multiple workstreams.

In partnership with the Vice Chancellor for GME, the Director contributes to enterprise-level planning, performance monitoring, and policy implementation. This position may represent the Vice Chancellor for GME at meetings and committees in their absence, ensuring continuity of leadership and decision-making within the GME Office. This position handles sensitive and confidential data daily and requires a high level of professionalism and discretion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Operational Leadership & Staff Supervision

• Team Leadership: Directly supervise GME administrative staff, providing coaching, professional development, and performance oversight to ensure a culture of excellence.
• Operational Excellence: Establish a high-functioning, accountable, and collaborative team environment focused on service delivery.
• Workflow Integration: Manage department workflows, task prioritization, and staff assignments to align with institutional priorities and ACGME requirements.

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Strategic Partnership: Partner with the Vice Chancellor to develop and execute long-term initiatives and institutional goals.
• Performance Metrics: Develop and maintain reporting systems and KPIs to evaluate operational effectiveness and resource utilization.
• Enterprise Growth: Support new program development, institutional reviews, and the monitoring of enterprise-wide performance.

Project Management & Oversight

• Centralized Project Management: Serve as the lead project manager for major GME initiatives, ensuring cross-functional coordination and strict adherence to timelines.
• Portfolio Management: Maintain the institutional GME project tracking portfolio, ensuring consistency in documentation and communication across the enterprise.
• Problem Solving: Lead cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and address opportunities regarding accreditation and compliance.

Organizational Coordination & Communication

• Strategic Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact between the GME Office and external partners, hospitals, and academic departments.
• Leadership Representation: Represent the Vice Chancellor at internal/external meetings, ensuring continuity of decision-making and clear communication.
• Collaborative Facilitation: Drive information exchange between Program Directors, Coordinators, and senior leadership to foster a unified GME community.

Policy Implementation & Compliance • Institutional Alignment:

• Oversee the implementation of GME policies and procedures across the Rutgers Health Sponsoring Institution.
• Accreditation Support: Partner with leadership to ensure total compliance with ACGME Institutional Requirements and prepare documentation for audits and reviews.
• Consultative Guidance: Provide expert operational guidance to GME staff and program leadership on compliance-related matters.

FLSA Exempt Grade 34S Salary Details Minimum Salary 122448.000 Mid Range Salary 162217.000 Maximum Salary 201985.000 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 37.5 Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Day 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, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description Executives and Directors Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of professional level, progressively more responsible GME experience. In which three (3) years of Managerial experience in Graduate Medical Education or academic medicine.
• Demonstrated success leading teams, managing projects, and executing organizational priorities.
• Outstanding human relations, communication, and leadership skills, and the ability to function in a team environment required.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to foster collaboration and accountability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and judgment in managing confidential information and sensitive issues.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in graduate medical education administration or academic healthcare leadership.
• Familiarity with ACGME accreditation requirements and institutional GME operations.
• Strong understanding of organizational development, change management, and continuous quality improvement principles.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing.
• No special vision requirements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office environment. Moderate Noise.

Special Conditions

• This position is externally funded and co-terminus with the availability of external funds.

Posting Details

Posting Number 26ST0858 Posting Open Date 04/24/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Downtown New Brunswick City New Brunswick 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 at least seven (7) years of professional‑level, progressively responsible experience in Graduate Medical Education (GME)?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have at least three (3) years of managerial experience in Graduate Medical Education or academic medicine?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)