About the Voluntary Separation Incentive Plan (VSIP)

As President Jebb emphasized at the recent Communications Meeting, we remain focused on knowing who we are, looking ahead with intention, and staying agile in the months and years to come.

In that spirit, we are introducing a series of voluntary initiatives aimed at positioning the College for long-term sustainability, strategic growth, and agility. These efforts are part of our ongoing commitment to academic excellence, student success, a vibrant and inclusive community, and responsible, forward-thinking stewardship. We believe these talent management initiatives will allow us to reduce costs, reallocate resources, and build on our strategic priorities.

We are pleased to share that the following initiatives will be available to full time employees.  Please note eligibility varies for each initiative.

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VOLUNTARY INITIATIVE #1:

Voluntary Separation Incentive Program (VSIP)

The VSIP is designed to support employees who may be considering retirement or a career change by offering a financial incentive for voluntary separation.

Key Details:

• Eligibility: Full-time Faculty, AFT Professional Staff, and Managers with at least 10 years of Ramapo College service as of May 31, 2025. The College is currently in discussions with CWA and IFPTE to determine if participation in Initiative #1, VSIP for their members would be possible.
• Application Deadline: June 8, 2025
• Separation Dates: July 1, 2025; October 1, 2025; or January 1, 2026
• Program Structure: See Exhibit A

In some cases, POER and Core leadership may collaborate with participants to adjust separation/departure dates in order to foster a smoother overall transition.  In those instances, the program structure payout will not be changed.

We realize that for many of you this decision is a very big step as you transition to the next chapter and we want to help make this transition as easy as possible.  As such, we are also offering employees who elect to participate in the VSIP to maintain access to their offices for the first three months following their last day of employment.

The College will also offer to cover the cost of your membership in the FRIENDS OF RAMAPO for the first year following your separation.  In addition, for employees who have been at the College for 20 years or more, we can provide some access to shared office space with computer access if requested based on availability and academic operational priorities.

Information Sessions will be held on the following dates and times:

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

10:15 am in Adler Center 012 Conference Room

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

1:00 pm in Adler Center 012 Conference Room

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

11:00 am in Adler Center 012 Conference Room

Please register here:  https://forms.gle/4hHHJCF4jb5DzGS78

If you are not available on the dates and times listed, POER will work to schedule time to meet with you.

 

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VOLUNTARY INITIATIVE #2: 

12-to-10 Month Assignment Adjustments (Effective 9/1/2025)
 Discussion with supervisor and subject to approval from POER,  Core VP and in consultation with the union)

Key details:

• Eligibility: Full-time AFT Professional Staff, Managers, and certain CWA Titles
• Application deadline: June 30, 2025 for a 9/1/25 effective date
• Program Structure:  Employees moving from a 12 month to a 10 month assignment must begin that change/assignment by September 1:

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VOLUNTARY INITIATIVE #3: Voluntary Furloughs (1–30 Days)

(Subject to approval from POER, Core VP and Supervisor)

• Eligibility: All Full Time Employees
• Application deadline: Rolling
• Program Structure: All Full Time employees have the option to request voluntary furlough days from 1-30 days.

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We understand that these decisions are highly personal. Participation is entirely voluntary, and no action is required unless you choose to explore one of the available options. All inquiries will remain confidential until a signed commitment is submitted.

We are deeply grateful for the dedication and service each of you bring to our campus. As we navigate this time together, please don’t hesitate to contact POER at (201) 684-7505 or poer@ramapo.edu with any questions.

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Forms for Initiative #1

Exhibit A – Table of Separation Allowances

Exhibit B – Notice of Intent

Exhibit C – Separation Election Agreement & General Release

Schedule-of-Significant-Events

FAQs – Voluntary Separation (ABP)

FAQs – Voluntary Separation (PERS)

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Form for Initiative #2 

Form – 12 to 10 Month Assignment

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Form for Initiative #3

Voluntary-Furlough-Request-Form