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Workforce Management Analyst roles involve forecasting staffing needs, analyzing scheduling data, and optimizing labor costs, which makes them a strong fit for OPT students with backgrounds in operations, industrial engineering, or data analytics. Most positions qualify as STEM OPT extensions, giving you up to three years of work authorization to build experience.
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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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Workforce Management Analyst
Target operations-heavy industries
Workforce Management Analyst roles are most common in healthcare, retail, logistics, and call centers. These industries run large hourly workforces and rely heavily on WFM tools, making them consistent hirers who are familiar with OPT work authorization.
Emphasize your STEM degree clearly
If your degree is in industrial engineering, operations research, statistics, or data analytics, say so upfront. STEM OPT extends your authorization to 24 months beyond your initial 12, which directly addresses the most common employer concern about hiring OPT students.
Get proficient with WFM platforms
Employers hiring for this role expect hands-on experience with tools like NICE, Verint, or Kronos. Demonstrating platform-specific knowledge in your resume and interviews signals you can contribute immediately, which reduces employer hesitation around sponsorship timelines.
Highlight quantifiable forecasting work
Frame academic projects or internships around outcomes: reduced scheduling gaps, improved forecast accuracy, or labor cost savings. Hiring managers in this field respond to numbers. Vague descriptions of coursework won't stand out the way concrete metrics will.
Prioritize employers already sponsoring visas
Companies that have sponsored H-1B visa or OPT workers before understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw offers due to authorization uncertainty. Focusing your search on these employers significantly improves your conversion rate from application to offer.
Apply during your initial OPT window
Don't wait until your OPT is nearly expired to start applying. Employers need lead time to evaluate candidates and onboard. Starting your search with at least six months remaining on your EAD gives you real negotiating room and avoids unnecessary urgency.
Workforce Management Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Workforce Management Analyst jobs qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Most do, but it depends on your degree field. If your degree is in industrial engineering, operations research, statistics, computer science, or a closely related STEM field, you're likely eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The role itself must also be directly related to your degree. Review your degree's CIP code with your DSO to confirm eligibility before applying.
How do I find Workforce Management Analyst jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers open to work authorization. Searching there saves you from applying to roles where OPT authorization is a dealbreaker, which is one of the most common reasons qualified candidates get filtered out early in the hiring process.
What industries hire Workforce Management Analysts on OPT most often?
Healthcare systems, large retailers, business process outsourcing firms, and contact center operations are the most consistent hirers. These industries manage large, shift-based workforces and have standing WFM teams with recurring analyst headcount needs. They're also more accustomed to international hires than smaller employers or early-stage companies.
Can I work as a Workforce Management Analyst during the 60-day grace period between jobs?
No. You cannot work during the 60-day grace period. That period is only for job searching and transitioning, not active employment. If you receive a new offer during your grace period, your new OPT employment authorization begins when your new employer reports the position through your DSO, not when you sign the offer letter.
Do I need to disclose my OPT status when applying for Workforce Management Analyst roles?
You're not legally required to disclose immigration status during an initial application, but most employers ask about work authorization eligibility directly. Answering honestly is the practical approach. Misrepresenting your status can result in offer rescissions and jeopardize future visa sponsorship. Being upfront early also filters out employers who won't sponsor, saving you time.