Coordinator of the Women's Center & LGBTQ Services (PSS3, U21)

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. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:  

Ramapo College is currently operating under the RamaPro model which is a pilot program allowing for a remote component to work schedules where operations support that model.

This is a full-time, AFT position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.  Note: This position is in the “NL” category of employment (non-fixed work week) An AFT- NL professional staff member or librarian who is required to work beyond 35 hours shall be compensated through compensatory time off. Compensatory time shall be earned for hours worked beyond the normal work week, or on an employee’s regular day off, if requested and approved by their supervisor.

JOB SUMMARY: 

The Coordinator of the Women’s Center reports to the reports to the Assistant Director of the Center for Student Involvement. The Coordinator is responsible for assisting in facilitating the vision for services and programming of the Women's Center, which frequently require additional skills in counseling, advocacy, and referral. The mission of the Women's Center incorporates a commitment to understanding and embracing all types of diversity and the Coordinator provides leadership in supporting this goal.

The Coordinator serves as a campus resource and helps educate the community on issues regarding women and gender. The Coordinator is responsible for establishing the Center's vision and for addressing student concerns regarding women and gender issues. The Coordinator works closely with students and student organizations to build leadership skills and develop relevant programing.

The Coordinator, as part of the CSI staff, also has shared responsibilities for event coverage, the development of a comprehensive activities calendar, and supporting the mission of the College, the Division, and the Unit

DUTIES: 

• Responsible for the daily operation of the Women's Center.
• Train and supervise the Women's Center student staff, and student volunteers.
• Coordinate Women's Center operational policies and procedures for the Center including facilities, services, staffing, hours of operation, resources, library, and referrals.
• Establish and maintain database of on campus and community resources for Women identified students and LGBTQ-identified students.
• Plan and/or supervise, schedules, markets and implements all educational programs sponsored by the Women's Center including Queer & Trans History Month, Vagina Monologues, Women's Herstory Month, and World AIDS Day.
• Maintain the Women's Center Social Media presence, and other communication outlets.
• Coordinate the Safe Zone Program including providing ongoing training.
• Co-coordinate Gender-Inclusive Housing Living Learning Community program (in collaboration with Residence Life).
• Coordinate and serve as a resource for gender-related programming and issues on campus.  Coordinate and serve as a resource for LGBTQ-related programming and issues on campus.
• Serve as a liaison to Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies minor.
• Recommend, administer, and monitor the Women's Center budget.
• Evaluate and assess Women’s Center goals, operations, and programs.
• Assist Assistant Director of the Center for Student Involvement in other projects as needed

Shared CSI Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain linkages with faculty, academic units, and campus wide committees with the intention of developing programs and services that support the mission of the College and other current College initiatives.
•  Participate in an on-call rotation CSI staff to cover evening and weekend events.   Assist with major student events including Orientation, Senior Week, and Commencement.
• All other duties as assigned, according to agreed upon goals of the Unit.  Some evening and weekend hours required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Minimum one year of experience is required, two years of experience is preferred.  
• Experience in an institution of higher education or related environment that is directly related to job responsibilities.
• Knowledge and experience providing leadership to a campus or other community regarding gender-related programs and training.

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.