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Location
Ramapo College, Main Campus - Mahwah NJ
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
202300475
Core
Teaching & Learning Core
Department
School of Science, Nursing and Health
Opening Date
11/06/2026
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
MN
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.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time, managerial position, and days of work and hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm. Note: This position is in the “NL” category of employment (non-fixed work week) and individuals in this role have no claim or entitlement to time off or cash compensation for hours worked beyond their normal schedule. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Compensatory time will not be granted for work done as an extension of the regular work day. It is the policy of the College to grant hour for hour compensatory time off, with advance approval, only when employees are required to work on a holiday. Time earned must be used within one fiscal year from the time it is earned.
Salary Range:
Manager - Director 3, D28
$90,000-$120,000
Job Summary:
Ramapo College of New Jersey invites applications for a Healthcare Career Development Coordinator in the School of Theoretical and Applied Science (TAS). Reporting to the Dean of TAS, this role will advance student pathways in nursing and healthcare while strengthening the College’s partnerships with regional healthcare providers. The Coordinator will support the development of innovative curricula and community collaborations that respond to growing workforce needs. The Coordinator will collaborate within the College to advance measurable enrollment, revenue, and student success goals.
This is a results-oriented position with responsibility for advancing pre-health professions pathways with clear performance metrics for success.
Examples of Duties
Duties and Responsibilities
- Collaborate with TAS dean and faculty and college academic leaders to expand nursing and healthcare-related curricula, ensuring alignment with workforce needs, licensure requirements.
- Establish and sustain partnerships with hospitals, clinics, public health agencies, long-term care providers, and professional schools to expand experiential learning opportunities, employment pipelines, and health profession school entrance.
- Maintain compliance of continuing education, certificate programs, health program articulation agreements, and customized professional development programs to support regional healthcare employers and adult learners.
- Collaboration with faculty, advisors, and external partners to inform and develop support programs for pre-health professional pathways (e.g., pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-PA, pre-pharmacy).
- Support TAS students in exploring healthcare careers by connecting external partners offering internships, clinical placements, shadowing, and career advising with the College’s Cahill Career Development Center.
- Maintain knowledge of healthcare workforce and credentialing trends in New Jersey and the region to guide program development and effectiveness.
- Collaborate with faculty and administrators on academic-to-career pathways, including nursing pathways, 2+2/BSN partnerships, pre-professional health preparation, medical technician and radiology, and advanced certifications.
- Define, track, and report metrics and outcomes related to enrollment growth, revenue generation, employer partnerships, student placement rates, and program sustainability.
Metrics for success
- Achievement of enrollment targets in healthcare-related degree and certificate programs.
- Growth in program revenue from continuing education, professional development, and partnerships.
- Increased number and quality of healthcare employer partnerships and experiential learning opportunities.
- Documented student success outcomes (e.g., healthcare program admission, student persistence, job placement, licensure pass rates).
- Full compliance with regulatory, licensure, and accreditation requirements.
Organizational Security Responsibilities:
This position requires adherence to the organization's information security policies and procedures. All employees share responsibility for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the organization’s mission essential IT assets, regardless of role. Individuals in this role are expected to apply appropriate safeguards, participate in required security awareness training, and promptly report potential security incidents in accordance with institutional policies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in healthcare, higher education, or a related field preferred.
- Experience in healthcare workforce development, nursing education, or program development and administration.
- Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with healthcare employers and community organizations.
- Knowledge of healthcare career pathways, licensure processes, and regional workforce trends, as well as curricula to support pathways.
- Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and program development skills.
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.
Salary
See Position Description
Location
Ramapo College, Main Campus - Mahwah NJ
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
202300475
Core
Teaching & Learning Core
Department
School of Science, Nursing and Health
Opening Date
11/06/2026
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
MN
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.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time, managerial position, and days of work and hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm. Note: This position is in the “NL” category of employment (non-fixed work week) and individuals in this role have no claim or entitlement to time off or cash compensation for hours worked beyond their normal schedule. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Compensatory time will not be granted for work done as an extension of the regular work day. It is the policy of the College to grant hour for hour compensatory time off, with advance approval, only when employees are required to work on a holiday. Time earned must be used within one fiscal year from the time it is earned.
Salary Range:
Manager - Director 3, D28
$90,000-$120,000
Job Summary:
Ramapo College of New Jersey invites applications for a Healthcare Career Development Coordinator in the School of Theoretical and Applied Science (TAS). Reporting to the Dean of TAS, this role will advance student pathways in nursing and healthcare while strengthening the College’s partnerships with regional healthcare providers. The Coordinator will support the development of innovative curricula and community collaborations that respond to growing workforce needs. The Coordinator will collaborate within the College to advance measurable enrollment, revenue, and student success goals.
This is a results-oriented position with responsibility for advancing pre-health professions pathways with clear performance metrics for success.
Examples of Duties
Duties and Responsibilities
- Collaborate with TAS dean and faculty and college academic leaders to expand nursing and healthcare-related curricula, ensuring alignment with workforce needs, licensure requirements.
- Establish and sustain partnerships with hospitals, clinics, public health agencies, long-term care providers, and professional schools to expand experiential learning opportunities, employment pipelines, and health profession school entrance.
- Maintain compliance of continuing education, certificate programs, health program articulation agreements, and customized professional development programs to support regional healthcare employers and adult learners.
- Collaboration with faculty, advisors, and external partners to inform and develop support programs for pre-health professional pathways (e.g., pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-PA, pre-pharmacy).
- Support TAS students in exploring healthcare careers by connecting external partners offering internships, clinical placements, shadowing, and career advising with the College’s Cahill Career Development Center.
- Maintain knowledge of healthcare workforce and credentialing trends in New Jersey and the region to guide program development and effectiveness.
- Collaborate with faculty and administrators on academic-to-career pathways, including nursing pathways, 2+2/BSN partnerships, pre-professional health preparation, medical technician and radiology, and advanced certifications.
- Define, track, and report metrics and outcomes related to enrollment growth, revenue generation, employer partnerships, student placement rates, and program sustainability.
Metrics for success
- Achievement of enrollment targets in healthcare-related degree and certificate programs.
- Growth in program revenue from continuing education, professional development, and partnerships.
- Increased number and quality of healthcare employer partnerships and experiential learning opportunities.
- Documented student success outcomes (e.g., healthcare program admission, student persistence, job placement, licensure pass rates).
- Full compliance with regulatory, licensure, and accreditation requirements.
Organizational Security Responsibilities:
This position requires adherence to the organization's information security policies and procedures. All employees share responsibility for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the organization’s mission essential IT assets, regardless of role. Individuals in this role are expected to apply appropriate safeguards, participate in required security awareness training, and promptly report potential security incidents in accordance with institutional policies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in healthcare, higher education, or a related field preferred.
- Experience in healthcare workforce development, nursing education, or program development and administration.
- Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with healthcare employers and community organizations.
- Knowledge of healthcare career pathways, licensure processes, and regional workforce trends, as well as curricula to support pathways.
- Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and program development skills.
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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Confirm the role qualifies as a specialty occupation
Partnerships Associate positions vary widely. Make sure the job description requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field like business, communications, or marketing. Roles that accept any degree regardless of field may not support an H-1B visa petition after OPT ends.
Target employers with a history of visa sponsorship
Focus your search on companies that have previously sponsored H-1B visas in business development or partnerships functions. Past sponsorship behavior is the strongest signal that a company will support your transition from OPT to long-term work authorization.
Highlight cross-functional and revenue-driving experience
Employers weigh visa sponsorship costs against candidate value. Emphasize measurable outcomes: partnerships you helped close, pipelines you managed, or revenue you contributed to. Concrete impact makes the sponsorship conversation significantly easier to initiate.
Track your OPT reporting obligations carefully
OPT students in partnerships roles must report employer changes to their DSO within 10 days. If your role shifts from full-time to contract or freelance, that can affect your OPT status. Stay proactive with your international student office throughout your job search.
Use STEM OPT eligibility as a negotiating asset if applicable
If your degree is in a STEM field and the employer qualifies, 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you significantly more runway. Mention this early in hiring conversations. Many companies prefer candidates who bring extra time before an H-1B petition is required.
Prepare to explain OPT clearly and confidently to recruiters
Many hiring managers at smaller companies are unfamiliar with OPT. Have a brief, confident explanation ready: you are fully authorized to work now, at no cost to the employer, and sponsorship is only relevant if they want to retain you long-term.
Partnerships Associate OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Partnerships Associate on OPT without employer sponsorship?
Yes. OPT is work authorization you already hold through your F-1 status, so no employer sponsorship is required during your OPT period. You can start working immediately once USCIS approves your EAD card. Sponsorship only becomes relevant if the employer wants to keep you on after your OPT expires, typically through an H-1B petition.
Do Partnerships Associate jobs qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your bachelor's or master's degree is in a STEM-designated field such as information systems, computer science, or applied mathematics, and the employer has a valid E-Verify enrollment, you can apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. The partnerships role itself does not need to be technical for you to qualify.
Where can I find Partnerships Associate jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and STEM OPT students and filters roles by sponsorship openness, so you are not wasting applications on companies that will not hire international candidates. Browsing through Migrate Mate lets you focus your energy on employers who have a track record of working with students on work authorization.
What happens to my OPT if I lose a Partnerships Associate job and need to find a new one?
You enter a 60-day unemployment grace period when your employment ends. During this window you must find a new qualifying position, report it to your DSO, and remain within OPT unemployment limits, which are 90 days total for standard OPT and 150 days for STEM OPT. Staying in close contact with your international student office during a job search is essential.
Will a Partnerships Associate role support an H-1B petition after OPT ends?
Generally yes, if the job requires a specific bachelor's degree field rather than accepting any degree. Partnerships roles tied to a particular industry, such as SaaS, media, or fintech, often have clear degree requirements in business, marketing, or communications that satisfy the specialty occupation standard. Your employer's immigration attorney will make the final determination based on the actual job duties and requirements.