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Benefits: Part-Time Classified Employees

Additional information is available at http://ww2.ramapo.edu/facultystaff/hr/index.aspx

Part-time employees are eligible for health care coverage with NJ Direct 15 and/or prescription drugs once they become eligible to participate in a State-administered pension plan (See Pension Plan.)  Part-time employees assume the full premium cost of coverage.  Premiums are not payroll deducted.  Billing is handled by the Division of Pensions and Benefits.

NJ Direct 15 provides both in-network and out-of-network medical care.  Members may see any physician nationwide and do not need to select a primary care physician for in-network care.  No referrals are needed for visits to a specialist.  If the physician participates in the Horizon BCBSNJ Managed care network, the member pays only the appropriate copayment or coinsurance. In-network hospital admissions are covered in full but certain services may require pre-certification.  Covered providers may be found on the Horizon BCBS website.

If the physician does not participate in the Horizon BCBS network or the national network, the services will be considered out-of-network. Out-of-network care is reimbursed at a percentage of reasonable and customary allowances after an annual deductible is met.  Out-of-network hospital admissions are subject to a separate deductible.

To make any changes to coverage, the open enrollment for the health benefits is each October for a January 1 effective date.

New Jersey Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

Classified employees are eligible to join the New Jersey Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).  This is a defined benefit plan.  The plan is mandatory when the classified employee has been employed at Ramapo College for one year or gains permanent status, whichever comes first.  The mandatory employee contribution may vary from year-to-year.  The current contribution is 5.5%.  Funds taken out for the pension plan are tax-deferred and vesting is after ten (10) years of credited pension service credit.  Employees are eligible to receive retirement benefits at age 60 and the retirement income is based on a formula which includes years of service/55 times the average of the three (3) highest salaries.  Early retirement is available to employees at age 55 provided they have 25 years of credited service. 

For employees enrolled in PERS on or after July 1, 2007, if the member retires with 25 or more years of service before reaching age 60, the retirement allowance will be reduced 1% per year (1/12 of 1% per month) for each year the member is under age 60 through age 55; and by 3% per year (1/4 of 1% per month) for each year the member is under age 55.

Coverage of one-and-one-half times (1 ¹/₂) the annual base salary is free and an additional 1 ¹/₂ times base salary requires a contribution. Contributory coverage is mandatory in the first year of enrollment.

*All days below are pro-rated depending on part-time hours worked*

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Classified employees earn one (1) day for each full month of service from date of hire to beginning of calendar year, or 12 days from one to five years of service; fifteen days after 5 and up to 12 years of service; 20 days after 12 and up to 20 years of service; and 25 days after 20th year of service.  In addition employees can carry over their vacation leave for one year.

Employees receive thirteen (13) paid holidays each year. These are:

• New Year’s Day
• Martin Luther King’s Birthday (3rd Monday in January)
• Lincoln’s Birthday
• Washington’s Birthday (3rd Monday in February)
• Good Friday
• Memorial Day (last Monday in May)
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Election Day
• Columbus Day (2nd Monday in October)
• Veterans’ Day (November 11)
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day

Classified employees are entitled to one and one-quarter (1 ¹/₄) days of sick leave for each completed month of employment for a total of fifteen (15) days of sick time each year. There is a lump sum payment (SCOR) of one-half of accumulated sick time up to $15,000 at retirement.

Classified employees receive three (3) personal days per year. These personal days must be used by December 31 of each year or they will be lost.

In exchange for the generous leave entitlement benefits described above, the College expects good attendance.

All classified employees are governed by the provision of NJSA 11A and the New Jersey Administrative Code 4A (New Jersey Department of Personnel), and either by the CWA contract or IFPTE contract, depending upon the title (agency shop fees are mandatory.) The College administers state-wide compensation schedules which designate the salary range for each position title. Each state title has assigned to it a salary range consisting of nine (9) steps. Employees are generally hired at the first step but can be hired up to the fourth step in certain cases. Each year, employees go up to the next step on their anniversary date, assuming they have received a satisfactory performance evaluation. The increments between steps amount to around 5% at the first step of the range. There are also negotiated across-the-board increases.

Employees interested in taking any courses at Ramapo College of New Jersey are eligible for tuition waiver. Application forms and procedures for receiving the waiver can be obtained from the Department of Human Resources. Employees have to pay student and registration fees. No more than 12 credits per fiscal year (July through June) will be waived.

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A calendar of workshops and seminars is published each semester and offers employees the opportunity to participate in a number of training programs. These programs concentrate on improving technical and communication skills and working on wellness and learning more about health and benefit opportunities available to all employees.

Both income protection and medical benefits are provided for job-related illnesses or injuries. All work-related injuries or illnesses must be reported immediately to your supervisor and the Department of Human Resources.

A monthly newsletter is published by the Department of Human Resources and it is distributed to the College community via e-mail. This newsletter contains information, notices, announcements and items of general interest.

Employees are eligible to be considered for New Jersey Manufacturers auto insurance. A clear driving record (0) points is required for thirty-six (36) months. Contact New Jersey Manufacturers at 1-800-232-6600 for application and eligibility information.

The College maintains a variety of recreational facilities.  Employees may use outdoor facilities such as tennis courts and track.  Membership is required for use of the facilities of the Bill Bradley Sports and Recreation Center, including the indoor pool, fitness center, rock climbing wall, and basketball court.  All are available when not in use by athletic teams or for intramurals and during posted hours.  Employees are eligible to join intramural programs.  A valid Ramapo College I.D. card must be shown for admittance to athletics facilities.

For information on employee meal options please see Dining Services.

Campus Store

The Campus Store provides an assortment of general reading materials, office supplies, collegiate clothing, and snacks.  Full-time employees are entitled to a staff discount on many items with presentation of a valid Ramapo College I.D. card.  The Campus Store is located on the second floor of the Robert A. Scott Student Center and is normally open Monday through Saturday at posted times.

Library

The facilities of the George T. Potter Library are available to all employees.  A valid Ramapo College I.D. card must be presented in order to withdraw books or complete other transactions.  The schedule of hours may be obtained by calling the Library or checking the web page.

Events and Programs

As a member of the College Community, employees have the benefit of special rates for activities and events sponsored by the College when such rates are offered.  Employees are also invited to attend special events which are open to the College community and the public at no charge.  Approval from supervisors is necessary to attend events and programs which take place during regular working hours.

Angelica and Russ Berrie Center for the Perfroming and Visual Arts

The Angelica and Russ Berrie Center for Performing and Visual Arts is our exciting new facility with a dual purpose: to serve students as a cutting edge learning facility and the community as a performance and exhibit space.  It includes theaters, art galleries, classrooms and studios.  For a schedule of events, please check the web page Berrie Center.

Lost and Found

The Security Office, located on the first floor of C Wing, is the office that processes all property lost or found on campus.  Lost articles should be reported there.

Campus Security

The Public Safety office (located in C Wing, first floor) is open 24 hours a day every day of the year.  Staff are trained in first aid and have direct access to local emergency care personnel, fire and police.  In the event of an emergency, dial extension 6666.  For regular business, dial extension 7432.