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Benefits: Full-Time Unclassified Employees

The State Health Benefits Plan 

Full-time employees and eligible dependents are eligible for coverage 60 days from date of hire.  Eligible dependents include spouse, same-sex domestic partners, civil union partners, unmarried children under age 23 living in a regular parent-child relationship, dependent children with disabilities (and certain overage children up to age 30).  There is a premium of 1.5% of base salary for coverage regardless of plan, income or level of coverage.  There are two options:

Health Maintenance Organizations (HMO).  Employees must choose from a network of doctors and must stay within that network.  The co-pays and services covered are comparable.

NJ Direct 15-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.

There are two dental programs from which to choose:

The NJ State Dental Expense Plan administered by Aetna and the NJ State Dental Plan Organization, of which there are several to choose from and which are similar to HMO’s.

Enrollment in the dental plan is optional.  If employees decide to join one of the plans, the premium is split with the State.  Minimum one year participation in the plan is required.

This is a free benefit. Under this program, employees can be reimbursed once in a two-year contract period for up to $35 toward an eye exam and up to $35 for single lenses or $40 for bifocals or contacts. The benefit increases by $5.00 effective July 1, 2005.

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There is a copayment for each 30 day supply when purchased at a retail pharmacy.  The copay is $3 for generic drugs, $10 for brand name prescription drugs without generic equivalents, and $25 for brand name drugs where a generic equivalent is available.

The copayments, for up to a 90-day supply of mail-order prescription, are $5 for generic drugs, $15 for brand name drugs without generic equivalents, and $40 for brand name drugs where a generic equivalent is available.

Alternative Benefits Program (ABP) 

Permanent unclassified employees are eligible to join the Alternate Benefit Program (ABP). This is a defined contribution plan. The employer contribution is 8% and the mandatory employee contribution is 5%. You are vested in the ABP at the beginning of your second year of employment or vested immediately if you have an existing qualified retirement account from your previous State employer. There are six (6) investment carriers: AIG-VALIC, Metlife, Equitable, The Hartford, ING Life Insurance & Annuity Company, TIAA/CREF.

ABP provides insurance for members at 3 ¹/₂ times the participant’s annual base salary over the last 12 months of creditable service, the premium for which is paid by the State, effective the day of enrollment in the Alternate Benefit Program.

Unclassified employees other than those serving in faculty titles earn one and a half (1.5) days (1.83 days for managers) for each full month of service from date of hire to beginning of the year and then receive a total of 22 days per year after the first year. Vacation leave for unclassified employees in managerial positions is based on the fiscal year and for all other unclassified employees on the calendar year. Employees may carry over their vacation leave for one year.

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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

Unclassified 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 twelve and one-half (12 ¹/₂) days annually for ten-month employees and a total of fifteen (15) days annually for twelve-month employees. There is a lump sum payment (SCOR) of one-half of accumulated sick time up to $15,000 at retirement for non-faculty employees.

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

All unclassified AFT employees (faculty, professional staff and librarians) are governed by the provisions of the AFT contract, the NJSA 18A, and Ramapo College Board of Trustees Policy. 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 eleven (11) steps. Once employed, movement from one salary to the next or higher salary step for bargaining unit employees is dependent upon satisfactory performance and salary program provisions of respective collective bargaining agreements. This upward movement generally happens on the employee’s anniversary date which is approximately one year after the date of hire.

Unclassified Non-AFT employees (managers) are not in a bargaining unit and are governed by the provisions of NJSA 18A and Ramapo College Board of Trustee Policy. There is a performance-based compensation plan for managerial employees at Ramapo College. The anniversary date of managerial employees is July 1. The compensation schedule provides for a minimum and maximum salary for each salary range. The amount of an annual increase is based on performance and availability of funds. There are no automatic annual increases for managers.

Employees interested in taking any courses on their own time 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 24 credits per fiscal year (July through June) will be waived.

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In accordance with Article XXVIII of the AFT contract, employees enrolled in a terminal degree program at any accredited institution related to their areas of teaching or work, or enrolled for graduate study necessary to increase such employees’ expertise in his or her area of teaching or work as approved by the President of the College, may receive tuition reimbursement at a rate of $150 per credit or the actual tuition, whichever is less, during the term of the agreement.

Tuition reimbursement shall not exceed twelve (12) credits per year of a total of forty-five (45) credits during their years of employment at any State college.

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.

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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 Performing 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 Public Safety 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.