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Ramapo College of New Jersey

Graduate Assistant - Office of the Provost

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A Provost serves as chief academic officer at a college or university. Directly oversees the academic deans of various schools within a university system, as well as the heads of various interdisciplinary units and academic support functions, such as libraries, student services, the registrar, admissions, and IT. Reports in turn to the institution's chief executive officer or president. Responsible for oversight of all educational affairs and activities, including research and academic personnel.

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+5% projected growth

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202300448 Description About Ramapo College of New Jersey Ramapo College of New Jersey is the state's premier public liberal arts college, where students build the confidence, skills, and perspective to thrive in a changing world. Located on a breathtaking 300-acre campus in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains and just a short trip from New York City, Ramapo blends the best of both worlds: natural beauty, state-of-the-art facilities, and access to one of the world's most dynamic job markets. With approximately 6,000 students, Ramapo offers a personalized, student-centered experience defined by a 16:1 student-faculty ratio, small classes, and faculty who mentor, challenge, and inspire. Students can explore over 40 undergraduate majors and a growing portfolio of graduate programs in fields such as Business Administration, Data Science, Nursing, Educational Leadership, Social Work, Special Education, and the Doctor of Nursing Practice. Across every discipline, Ramapo emphasizes hands-on learning through internships, co-ops, study abroad, faculty research, service projects, and real-world experiences that prepare students for meaningful careers. Our campus is home to cutting-edge academic spaces, including the Anisfield School of Business, the Adler Center for Nursing Excellence, the Sharp Sustainability Education Center, the Berrie Center for Performing and Visual Arts, the Les Paul Music Studio, and the Peter P. Mercer Learning Commons. Ramapo's award-winning residence halls are consistently ranked among the best in New Jersey. Nationally recognized for excellence and value, Ramapo is ranked #1 among New Jersey public colleges by College Choice, named a Best Regional University North by U.S. News & World Report, and celebrated by Kiplinger's, Money Magazine, Colleges of Distinction, and Victory Media's Military Friendly rankings. At Ramapo, students don't just earn degrees; they discover their strengths, explore new possibilities, and build the foundation for bold futures. Working at Ramapo Ramapo College of New Jersey has been recognized as a "Great College to Work For," where our employees are at the heart of everything we do. We foster an equitable and fair workplace where ideas are welcomed, contributions are valued, and individuals are encouraged to grow both professionally and personally. Employees benefit from meaningful work, opportunities for development, and the chance to make a lasting impact on students' lives every day. At Ramapo College, we believe excellence is achieved through teamwork, respect, accountability, innovation, and a shared commitment to learning. Our all-hands-on deck culture requires leadership at all levels to ensure we achieve our mission, implement our goals, and invest in our future one student at a time. We are proud to offer a supportive environment that values well-being and continuous improvement. We believe in being bold, being kind, and being good teammates, making Ramapo not just a place to work, but a great place to belong. Ramapo College offers outstanding benefits through the New Jersey State Benefits system, generous PTO, professional development opportunities, wellness programs, tuition discounts for employees and their dependents, and much more.
JOB SUMMARY
The Office of the Provost seeks a part-time Graduate Assistant (GA) to support the work of the Assistant Provost for Budget, Administration and Planning. The GA will provide support conducting research, assisting with data collection and management, and providing overall support to the office. This is a part-time 20-hour per week, 10-month position. The Office of the Provost provides leadership and administration for the College's academic programs and faculty excellence in teaching, service, and scholarship, and oversees academic assessment, policies, and operations.
Compensation:
$10,000 Annual Stipend (based on 10 months) $8,000 Tuition remission per academic year ($4,000 per semester) Examples of Duties Specific Duties Utilize advanced skills in Excel and Google Suite to perform data management tasks to ensure records are up to date, accurate, and effectively supports the goals of the Office of the Provost. Maintaining overall organization of digital files to ensure information is clear and easily accessible to stakeholders. Coordinate workflows to ensure efficient collection of information to produce reports. Assist in the development of data tracking tools including spreadsheets, reports, and/or databases to meet a variety of needs. Proactively anticipate future needs and take initiative to complete tasks not directly assigned, demonstrating the ability to think ahead and prioritize workload effectively. Contribute to the general functioning of the Office of the Provost. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Core Competencies/Qualifications Applicants must be currently enrolled in a Graduate Degree Program Demonstrated experience managing data, data sets, databases etc. required Proficient with Excel, Word and Google Apps. Demonstrated ability to analyze data and present conclusions clearly. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive data. Experience in a higher education setting is a plus. Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate day-to-day projects and assignments with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to follow-up as needed and take responsibility for completing assignments. Reliable and prompt.
Supplemental Information EEO Statement:
Ramapo College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Ramapo has a long history of advocating, advising, and supporting diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. Examples can be found in its mission statement, strategic plans, degree and course offerings, community outreach programs, and other diversity programs. Ramapo's commitment to diversity and inclusion is infused across all facets of the College; where the environment is welcoming, dedicated to social justice, respectful of freedom of expression, focused on educating and having an ongoing conversation regarding cultural competence and the benefits and importance of diversity.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Professional Development
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Bonuses/Stipends