Assistant Director, External Initiatives (Office of Strategic Initiatives)
University of Rhode Island
Posting Details Position Information Posting Number SF01905 Job Title Assistant Director, External Initiatives (Office of Strategic Initiatives) Position Number 109491 FTE 1.00 FLSA Exempt Position Type Professional Staff Union PSA/NEA - Professional Staff Assoc Pay Grade Level Grade Level: 13 Pay Grade Range Salary Hiring Range $85,000 - $90,000 Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Limited Department Information Department Office of Strategic Initiatives Contact(s) Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)
Contact Phone/Extension Contact Email Physical Demands Campus Location Kingston Grant Funded Extension Contingency Notes Position is full-time calendar year, limited to 06/30/2026 with anticipated renewal. Job Description Summary The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by December 9, 2024. Applications received after December 9, 2024 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
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BASIC FUNCTION:
Reporting to the Associate Director and supporting the Executive Director, develop, administer, and manage Office of Strategic Initiatives (OSI) project work related to non-credit programs. Oversee staff engaged on the project(s). Regularly monitor for new grant funding opportunities in support of OSI programs, manage grant submissions, and oversee project implementation both pre- and post-award. Lead all grant evaluation and program projects contracted to OSI. Make recommendations and develop new initiatives, partnerships, community engagement, and outreach activities. Analyze potential revenue sources, create a cost/benefit analysis, and create a budget for new programs or initiatives. Assist in monitoring and evaluating program success and sustainability. Assist in maintaining professional relationships with various external stakeholders and internal stakeholders across all URI Colleges and the University.
Duties and Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform independent outreach, and project work.
Develop materials for professional and public audiences related to large scale initiatives.
Assist the Executive Director and Associate Director in an administrative support role for the Office or University entities associated with the Office.
Represent Office of Strategic Initiatives at assigned University functions, off-campus events, with national organizations and serve on institutional committees as assigned.
Act as project manager of all OSI external clients. Write proposals, budgets, and curriculum.
Oversee external consultations, work directly with the client, and maintain responsibility for the evaluation of the programs (including revenue generation for OSI.)
Use various program evaluation methodologies, including formative, summative, and developmental evaluations to provide feedback on program success and as a collaborative partner with faculty and staff in grant evaluation opportunities.
Design valid and reliable evaluation plans using quantitative and qualitative data collection methods (e.g., surveys, interviews, focus groups, and observations).
Regularly monitor for new state, federal, and other grant funding opportunities in support of OSI programs, manage grant submissions, and oversee project implementation both pre- and post-award.
Work with the Executive Director and Associate Director in the development of community engagement and workforce and economic programs that address the needs of local, regional, and state businesses and industries and the stated mission, goals, and priorities of the University of Rhode Island.
Lead efforts for all Workforce Development programs with corporate partners and other external entities.
Work with the Director to grow non-academic-credit partnerships and certification programs.
Work with the Executive Director and Associate Director to create revenue generating, professional development projects and opportunities.
Provide ongoing communication to staff and stakeholders of overall trends, needs, and opportunities in the Rhode Island economy and beyond.
Represent the Executive Director and Associate Director at meetings where appropriate.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Executive Director and Associate Director of the Office of Strategic Initiatives.
LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:
Personal computers, printers and word processing, database management, spreadsheet software, G-Suite programs, and Microsoft Office 365.
Required Qualifications REQUIRED:
1. Master’s degree.
2. Minimum of five years’ experience in higher education implementing and/or developing programs.
3. Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team.
4. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
5. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
6. Demonstrated experience working in the private and/or public sectors to develop and/or deliver educational programs and workforce trainings (including assessing their impact and effectiveness).
7. Demonstrated record of acquiring external funding through federal or state grants or related agencies and workforce development programs.
8. Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale, multi-year grants (pre- and post-award) and programs.
9. Demonstrated experience developing and executing grant evaluation plans.
10. Demonstrated project management skills to measure performance against goals.
11. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
Preferred Qualifications PREFERRED:
1. Master’s degree in education, adult education, business, or related field.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles and practices.
3. Demonstrated experience using artificial intelligence to streamline operations and create efficiencies.
4. Demonstrated ability to cultivate an environment of cultural competence.
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ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.
Environmental Conditions The incumbent is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Posting Date 11/25/2024 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants Please attach the following 3 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:
(#1) Cover letter.
(#2) Resume.
(#3) Other Document – References – the names and contact information of three professional references. (Note: this document is required even though references may be listed on the application).
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/14383 Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application Resume Other Document - References Optional Documents Supplemental Questions
Contact Phone/Extension Contact Email Physical Demands Campus Location Kingston Grant Funded Extension Contingency Notes Position is full-time calendar year, limited to 06/30/2026 with anticipated renewal. Job Description Summary The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by December 9, 2024. Applications received after December 9, 2024 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
BASIC FUNCTION:
Reporting to the Associate Director and supporting the Executive Director, develop, administer, and manage Office of Strategic Initiatives (OSI) project work related to non-credit programs. Oversee staff engaged on the project(s). Regularly monitor for new grant funding opportunities in support of OSI programs, manage grant submissions, and oversee project implementation both pre- and post-award. Lead all grant evaluation and program projects contracted to OSI. Make recommendations and develop new initiatives, partnerships, community engagement, and outreach activities. Analyze potential revenue sources, create a cost/benefit analysis, and create a budget for new programs or initiatives. Assist in monitoring and evaluating program success and sustainability. Assist in maintaining professional relationships with various external stakeholders and internal stakeholders across all URI Colleges and the University.
Duties and Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform independent outreach, and project work.
Develop materials for professional and public audiences related to large scale initiatives.
Assist the Executive Director and Associate Director in an administrative support role for the Office or University entities associated with the Office.
Represent Office of Strategic Initiatives at assigned University functions, off-campus events, with national organizations and serve on institutional committees as assigned.
Act as project manager of all OSI external clients. Write proposals, budgets, and curriculum.
Oversee external consultations, work directly with the client, and maintain responsibility for the evaluation of the programs (including revenue generation for OSI.)
Use various program evaluation methodologies, including formative, summative, and developmental evaluations to provide feedback on program success and as a collaborative partner with faculty and staff in grant evaluation opportunities.
Design valid and reliable evaluation plans using quantitative and qualitative data collection methods (e.g., surveys, interviews, focus groups, and observations).
Regularly monitor for new state, federal, and other grant funding opportunities in support of OSI programs, manage grant submissions, and oversee project implementation both pre- and post-award.
Work with the Executive Director and Associate Director in the development of community engagement and workforce and economic programs that address the needs of local, regional, and state businesses and industries and the stated mission, goals, and priorities of the University of Rhode Island.
Lead efforts for all Workforce Development programs with corporate partners and other external entities.
Work with the Director to grow non-academic-credit partnerships and certification programs.
Work with the Executive Director and Associate Director to create revenue generating, professional development projects and opportunities.
Provide ongoing communication to staff and stakeholders of overall trends, needs, and opportunities in the Rhode Island economy and beyond.
Represent the Executive Director and Associate Director at meetings where appropriate.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Executive Director and Associate Director of the Office of Strategic Initiatives.
LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:
Personal computers, printers and word processing, database management, spreadsheet software, G-Suite programs, and Microsoft Office 365.
Required Qualifications REQUIRED:
1. Master’s degree.
2. Minimum of five years’ experience in higher education implementing and/or developing programs.
3. Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team.
4. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
5. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
6. Demonstrated experience working in the private and/or public sectors to develop and/or deliver educational programs and workforce trainings (including assessing their impact and effectiveness).
7. Demonstrated record of acquiring external funding through federal or state grants or related agencies and workforce development programs.
8. Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale, multi-year grants (pre- and post-award) and programs.
9. Demonstrated experience developing and executing grant evaluation plans.
10. Demonstrated project management skills to measure performance against goals.
11. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
Preferred Qualifications PREFERRED:
1. Master’s degree in education, adult education, business, or related field.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles and practices.
3. Demonstrated experience using artificial intelligence to streamline operations and create efficiencies.
4. Demonstrated ability to cultivate an environment of cultural competence.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.
Environmental Conditions The incumbent is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Posting Date 11/25/2024 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants Please attach the following 3 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:
(#1) Cover letter.
(#2) Resume.
(#3) Other Document – References – the names and contact information of three professional references. (Note: this document is required even though references may be listed on the application).
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/14383 Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application Resume Other Document - References Optional Documents Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a Master’s degree? Yes No * Do you have a minimum of five years’ experience in higher education implementing and/or developing programs? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated experience working in the private and/or public sectors to develop and/or deliver educational programs and workforce trainings (including assessing their impact and effectiveness)? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated record of acquiring external funding through federal or state grants or related agencies and workforce development programs? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated experience in managing large-scale, multi-year grants (pre- and post-award) and programs? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated experience developing and executing grant evaluation plans? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated project management skills to measure performance against goals? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations? Yes No How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Public Job Posting Internal Job Posting Agency Referral Advertisement/Publication Personal Referral Website Other
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