Prior to his appointment at Stockton, Saatkamp fulfilled numerous roles at other universities.
However, on April 28, he initiated a medical leave of absence, citing "past and present health considerations".
[7] Saatkamp's achievements at Stockton include the building and opening of the Unified Science Center in September 2013, the completion of the Stockton Campus Center in May 2011, and the acquisition of Seaview, a golf club and hotel that offers additional student housing and has benefitted the school's Hospitality and Tourism Management Studies Program.
[13] Saatkamp was the General Editor and director of the Santayana Edition for over twenty-five years.
"[16] He also delivered a major address to the International Congress for George Santayana in Italy in 2012.