Job Details

Pathways Graduate Assistant - Cahill Center

Location: Ramapo College, Main Campus - Mahwah NJ

Job Type: Graduate Assistant

Job Number: 202300287

Core: Outreach & Engagement Core

Department: Cahill Center

Opening Date: 7/3/2025

Closing Date

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit: NA


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

Compensation:
$10,000 Annual Stipend (based on 10 months)
$8,000 Tuition remission per academic year ($4,000 per semester)

JOB SUMMARY
The Pathways Graduate Assistant (GA) reports to the Pathways/Career Center Tech & Data Assistant Director
of the Cahill Career Development Center. The GA provides Pathways student support, assists in data collection
and management, coordinates and conducts workshops/presentations, and provides overall unit support. This is a
part-time, 20 hour per week, 10 month position.

DUTIES
Assist students by providing Pathways-related information, answering questions and keeping regular office
hours in order to ensure completion of modules.
Facilitate 40+ in-person and/or online Focus 2 Review sessions per year to groups of 30+ students as a
requirement of Module 1.
Lead training of career center peers and supervise peer interactions during walk-in VMock hours, which
serve to aid students seeking assistance understanding and implementing feedback for resumes as a
requirement of Module 2.
Assist Assistant Directors/Career Advisors to ensure students complete required Pathways courses.
Assist Program Manager in the collection and analysis of data to report Career Center statistics, student
outcomes (First Destination Survey) and program assessment (Pathways Courses).
Manage program projects (e.g., 1st Gen Student Ambassador Program, RamaPro Social Media Campaign) at
discretion of Associate Director.
Collaborate with campus partners and student-run organizations (EOF, CSI, Athletics and Residence Life)
to present workshops on various topics (Handshake, VMOCK, resumes, LinkedIn).
Serve as the first point of contact for all students, staff, faculty and employers in the Anisfield School of
Business Career Center.
Create and maintain promotion of student events and registration on Handshake.
Represent Cahill at programs and campus-wide committees with students, faculty, and staff as needed.
Assist Unit with event planning, logistics, and implementation.
Serve on the Unit's marketing team to promote activities and services to students (e.g., Roundtables, Career
Fairs, Roadrunner Treks). Lead Social Media outreach for the department, related to events, activities and
career development information.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree and current enrollment in accredited graduate school program: counseling, higher
education or career development preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter,
Instagram), WordPress, Photoshop and Illustrator.
Experience with project/program management or managing multiple priorities.
Ability to professionally interact with student, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, and employer
organizations.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Interest, enthusiasm and experience working with a diverse group of students.
PREFERRED
Experience in career counseling, academic advising, student affairs or related area.
Availability for a 2 year commitment

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.





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