What are the responsibilities and job description for the EOF Summer Staff Coordinator position at Ramapo College of New Jersey?
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.
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.
TERMS/COMPENSATION:
- The position is a temporary seven-week position from June 22, 2026, to August 6, 2026.
- The salary is $20 per hour.
- The EOF Summer Staff Coordinator will be expected to work up to 29 hours per week.
- Evenings and some weekends are required.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Under the direct supervision of the Student Development Specialists, the EOF Summer Staff Coordinators assist with the overall coordination of the EOF Summer Studies Institute, the five-week summer bridge program for incoming EOF scholars. The EOF Summer Staff Coordinators assist with the oversight of academic support, leadership programming, career development, and residential components that target the mission and goals of the EOF Summer Studies Institute. This is an on-campus position. The program covers housing and meals.
We are hiring for two positions with a focus of 1) Student Engagement; 2) Academic Support.
Examples of Duties
- Assists with the supervision, training, and evaluation of the student Supplemental
- Oversees delivery and serves as lead point person for summer programming and events.
- Responsible for daily administrative functions, including updating and compiling daily
- Coordinates the selection process for project volunteers and supervises volunteers.
- Assists with the documentation records of event arrangements, including correspondence,
- Assists Office Coordinator with main office-related duties.
- Assists with preparing area budgets, secures all budgetary approvals, arranges for
- Attends and supervises selected weekday and possible weekend events.
- Prepares written agendas and conducts programming-related staff meetings.
- Constructs weekly reports and forwards to the supervisor.
- Attends periodic in-service training sessions, conferences, workshops/seminars.
- Other duties are assigned.
Qualifications
- Candidates should have at least one year of work experience in student services.
- Event planning and program development experience/knowledge is required.
- Should be knowledgeable about the EOF Program and summer studies institute.
- Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree completed or expected by May 2026.
- Experience in student services, first-year experience, student development, programming, residence life, and multicultural affairs is preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills are necessary, and a demonstrated commitment to student success is a plus.
- Excellent written, leadership, management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask in a demanding work environment.
- Presentation skills are a plus.
Supplemental Information
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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