Graduate Assistant - OSS

Description

ABOUT RAMAPO COLLEGE:

Ramapo College of New Jersey (RCNJ) develops ethical leaders who serve as change agents across all sectors. The College's unique interdisciplinary academic structure, its liberal arts core, its size (approximately 5,500 students), and its setting in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains on the New Jersey/New York border provide an optimal environment for individualized, student-centered learning and leadership development. RCNJ's designation as "New Jersey's Public Liberal Arts College" by the State legislature is the foundation from which the College's commitment to an accessible and transformative undergraduate and graduate education is realized.

Established in 1969, CondeNast Traveler named Ramapo one of the 50 Most Beautiful College Campuses in America. The barrier-free campus occupies 300 acres and is home to 52 bachelor's degree programs spanning the arts, business, data science, humanities, education, nursing, social work, social sciences, and the sciences.

Ramapo College boasts an average student/faculty ratio of 16:1 and an average class size of 21; affording students the opportunity to develop close ties to the College's exceptional faculty. In addition, the College offers graduate programs leading to master's degrees in Accounting, Applied Mathematics, Business Administration, Contemporary Instructional Design, Computer Science, Creative Music Technology, Data Science, Educational Leadership, Nursing, Social Work, and Special Education, as well as a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Every degree program is designed and delivered through the collaborative and interdisciplinary efforts of student-centered faculty scholars and staff who are committed to serving the public good through the delivery of an academically rigorous, inclusive, and a transformative collegiate experience.

Ramapo is ranked #1 among New Jersey public institutions by College Choice and is recognized as the State's top college on the list of Best Disability Schools by Great Value Colleges. Further commendations include designation as a "Military Friendly College" in Victory Media's Guide to Military Friendly Schools, and as a leading college by U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger's, Princeton Review, and Money Magazine, among others.

Examples of Duties

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a grant funded 10-month (September 1stto June 30th) Graduate Assistant position that is part-time (20 hours per week), and requires enrollment in a related graduate program. It is expected that the graduate assistant will be on campus at minimum three days per week, but five days is preferred.

The Office of Specialized Services typically operates Monday through Friday, from 8:30am to 4:30pm.

Compensation:

$10,000 Annual Stipend (based on 10 months)

$8,000 Tuition remission per academic year ($4,000 per semester)

JOB SUMMARY

Within the Office of Specialized Services, will be responsible for the implementation of accommodations and support services for students with disabilities as part of the TRIO Grant. Maintenance of student records in accordance with College and grant requirements.

DUTIES

Coordinate proctored accommodated testing between OSS, Testing Center, students and professors.

Meets with faculty and students as needed for assistance, training, and facilitation of accommodated testing.

Proctor exams as needed.

Assist in TRIO Peer Tutoring and Peer Academic Coaching programs primarily by providing record keeping support and assistance in training.

With the assistance from Peer facilitators, lead the OSS Coalition student group

Participates in meetings and college events related to job responsibilities

Prepares reports, studies and public relations material for the review, information and assistance of the Assistant Director

Prepares and conduct assessment activities associated with the office

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree

• Open to all Majors (preferred majors: Education, Psychology, or Social Work).

• Enrollment in a graduate program at Ramapo College or another college/university for a minimum of six (6) credit hours per semester or two (2) courses per semester, whichever is greater, during the academic year;

• Proof of course enrollment and good academic standing each semester;

• Active and satisfactory academic progress towards completion of a graduate degree in an approved graduate (Master's) program with transcript provided to the Supervisor(s)/Human Resources Department at the end of each semester;

• A minimum grade point average of 3.0 or higher; and

• Good academic standing during the term of the contract.

EXPERIENCE

Experience working with individuals with disabilities.

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Adept in use of computer software with the ability to master the use of the Office management system, OSSOnline (AIM), quickly.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.

Use of office systems and software, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Starfish (Connect), Banner, AIM (OSSOnline), e-mail and voice mail.

Able to work in collaborative manner in a team environment.

Able to work in an open office with frequent distractions.

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.