Arts in Health Program Manager
Rutgers University is seeking a temporary part-time Arts in Health Program Manager within the Mason Gross School of the Arts; working at the intersection of the arts, public health, and higher education, to support initiatives, including the Arts in Health Salon and Speakeasy Series, the Scarlet Arts Rx Social Prescribing Program, and the Rutgers Well-Being Concert Series.
***********DEADLINE TO APPLY: 7/04/2026************
Arts in Health Program Manager – Rutgers University (Temporary, Part-Time)
Position Overview
This position supports Rutgers University's growing Arts in Health Initiative, working at the intersection of arts, public health, research, and higher education. Reporting directly to the Endowed Chair of Arts in Health, the Program Manager serves as the operational lead for multiple interdisciplinary programs and partnerships.
Key Information
Position
- Title: Arts in Health Program Manager
- Institution: Rutgers University – Mason Gross School of the Arts
- Department: Arts in Health Initiative
- Employment: Temporary, Part-Time (19.5 hours/week)
- Work Arrangement: Fully on-site (New Brunswick, NJ)
- Pay: $30–35/hour
- Application Deadline: July 4, 2026
Programs You'll Help Manage
The role supports several high-profile initiatives, including:
- Arts in Health Distinguished Residency Program
- Arts in Health Salon & Speakeasy Series
- Scarlet Arts Rx Social Prescribing Program
- Rutgers Well-Being Concert Series
- Arts in Health Research LabPartnership with:Rutgers School of Public HealthNew Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)
- Partnership with:Rutgers School of Public HealthNew Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)
- Rutgers School of Public Health
- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)
Primary Responsibilities
Program & Administrative Management
- Manage the Endowed Chair's calendar and meetings
- Coordinate program logistics
- Prepare agendas, reports, presentations, and correspondence
- Maintain documentation systems
- Provide general administrative support
Budget & Financial Management
- Track program budgets
- Process purchasing and reimbursements
- Maintain financial records
- Prepare budget summaries and reports
Event Planning
Coordinate all aspects of events, including:
- Venue selection
- Artist/vendor contracts
- Catering
- AV and technical needs
- Invitations and RSVPs
- On-site event management
- Post-event evaluations
Outreach & Marketing
- Design promotional flyers
- Coordinate campus and external advertising
- Manage event listings
- Table at university events
- Help manage social media
Documentation & Evaluation
- Photograph events
- Collect testimonials
- Administer surveys
- Gather program evaluation data
- Support reporting and impact documentation
Representation
- Represent the Arts in Health Initiative at university and professional events
- Engage with artists, community partners, and institutional collaborators
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience)
- 2+ years of experience in one or more of:Program coordinationArts administrationEvent productionPublic health programmingHigher education administrationNonprofit management
- Program coordination
- Arts administration
- Event production
- Public health programming
- Higher education administration
- Nonprofit management
Desired Skills
The ideal candidate demonstrates:
- Excellent organization and attention to detail
- Project management across multiple initiatives
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Budget management experience
- Public event planning
- Social media management
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Canva
- Ability to work independently
- Comfort building systems in a growing program
- Commitment to arts, health, equity, and community well-being
Preferred Qualifications
Experience or interest in:
- Arts in Health
- Arts & Well-Being
- Social Prescribing
- Creative Arts Therapies
- Public Health
- Research coordination
- Grant administration
- Program evaluation (Qualtrics)
- Graphic design
- Photography
- Multimedia content creation
- Working with artists or high-profile guests
- Universities, healthcare systems, or arts organizations
Work Schedule & Expectations
- Approximately 19.5 hours per week
- Frequent travel around Rutgers–New Brunswick campus
- Regular evening programming
- Occasional weekend events
- Fully in-person position
Application Materials
Applicants must submit:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Professional References
Why This Position May Be a Strong Fit for You
Based on your background, this role aligns particularly well with your experience in:
- NeuroArts Resource Center volunteer work (funding research and arts-health initiatives)
- Concussion Box storytelling and narrative-based health programming
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate training at Johns Hopkins
- Community mental health and interdisciplinary healthcare interests
- Event coordination, outreach, and nonprofit support
- Psychology, health equity, and public health interests
- Strong writing, organization, and relationship-building skills
The only area that may require emphasizing transferable experience is direct budget administration, but your coordination, documentation, and program management experience could translate well in a cover letter and résumé.