Prospective Employees

William Paterson University has five core values at the heart of everything we do. Academic Excellence; Creating Knowledge; Student Success; Diversity; and Citizenship.

William Paterson University of New Jersey is a public institution that offers an outstanding and affordable education to a diverse traditional and nontraditional student body through baccalaureate, graduate and continuing education programs. The University's distinguished teachers, scholars and professionals actively challenge students to high levels of intellectual and professional accomplishment and personal growth in preparation for careers, advanced studies and productive citizenship. Faculty and staff use innovative approaches to research, learning and student support to expand students’ awareness of what they can accomplish. The University’s graduates embody a profound sense of responsibility to their communities, commitment to a sustainable environment and active involvement in a multicultural world.

William Paterson University strives to be competitive and transparent in our compensation practices. We are guided by a compensation philosophy that serves as the foundation for decision-making for positions within our non-bargaining unit positions. Compensation for bargaining unit positions is governed by applicable contractual agreements.

Total Rewards consist of Salary (commensurate with experience) and our extremely competitive University benefits package including but not limited to:

  • State of NJ provided Health Benefits (Medical, Prescription, Dental)
    • Medical plan includes prescription coverage.
    • Two providers to chose from: Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield or Aetna
    • Five (5) types of medical plans and two types (2) of dental plans for you to select from. 
    • Faculty hired on September 1st will be exempt from the 60-day waiting period. All others are subject to a 60-day waiting period from date of hire.

                   Please note: union rules may dictate plan eligibility.

  • Retirement Benefits
    • Alternate Benefit Program (ABP) including 8% employer contributions
    • Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS)
    • Police and Firemen's Retirement System (PFRS)
    • Defined Contribution Retirement Program (DCRP) (PT Classified Employees)
    • Supplemental Annuity Collective Trust (SACT)
    • NJ Employees Deferred Compensation Plan (457b)
    • Additional Contributions Tax-Sheltered (ACTS) Program (403b)                                    

  • Group Life Insurance
  • Paid time off
    • Sick
    • Vacation
    • Federal and State Holidays

  • Compressed summer work schedules

  • Employee Assistance Program -Free of Charge to you and your family

  • Professional development opportunities

  • On campus cultural events including a Distinguished Lecturer Series, Performing Arts events and exhibitions

  • Many other perks and Employee Discounts

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