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Posting Number SF01878 Job Title Assistant Director, Office of Strategic Initiatives (OSI) Position Number 108927 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: $83,000 - $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 This is a full time, calendar year position, limited to 06/30/2026 with anticipated renewal.
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Job Description Summary The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by October 23, 2024. Applications received after October 23, 2024 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
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BASIC FUNCTION:

Reporting to Associate Director and supporting the Executive Director, develop and make recommendations for new strategic initiatives, partnerships, community engagement, outreach activities, innovative initiatives, and strategic growth for the University. Support existing OSI programs. Analyze potential revenue streams and create a cost/benefit analysis as well as a budget for new programs or initiatives. Assist in monitoring and evaluating program success and sustainability including strategic planning by evaluating and recommending proposals for new initiatives. Assist in maintaining professional relationships with various external and internal stakeholders across the University.

Duties and Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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.

Work with the Executive Director and Associate Director to expand academic opportunities, workforce skill development and training, certificate programs, and program evaluations.

Work with the Executive Director and Associate Director to identify, design, support, and/or deliver revenue generating projects, programs, products, services and/or opportunities.

Provide ongoing communication to staff and stakeholders of overall trends, needs, and opportunities in both the Rhode Island and regional economies.

Use various program evaluation methodologies, including formative, summative, and developmental evaluations, to provide feedback on program success. Act as a collaborative partner with faculty and staff in grant opportunities.

Design valid and reliable evaluation studies using quantitative and qualitative data collection methods (e.g., surveys, interviews, focus groups, and observations).

Use project management skills to plan, organize, and oversee evaluation projects, and academic and certificate programs.

Create and use Office of Strategic Initiatives LinkedIn account to promote OSI programs and generate brand awareness.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform additional duties as assigned by the Executive Director and/or Associate Director.

LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

Personal computers, printers and word processing, database management and spreadsheet software.

Required Qualifications REQUIRED:

1. Master’s degree.

2. Minimum of five years’ experience in a higher education setting implementing and/or expanding programs (i.e.; certificate, credit, not-for-credit, and industry-related programs).

3. Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles and practices.

4. Demonstrated project management skills (including measuring performance against goals).

5. Demonstrated experience in utilizing various program evaluation methodologies.

6. Demonstrated experience in data collection methods (i.e.; surveys, interviews, focus groups, and observations).

7. Demonstrated ability to work both with a team and independently.

8. Demonstrated experience working in the private and/or public sectors to develop and deliver educational programs and workforce trainings (including assessing their impact and effectiveness).

9. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.

10. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.

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 record of acquiring external funding through federal or state grants or related agencies.

3. Demonstrated success in managing large-scale, multi-year grants and programs.

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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 10/08/2024 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/14109 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 a higher education setting implementing and/or expanding programs (i.e.; certificate, credit, not-for-credit, and industry-related programs)? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles and practices? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated project management skills (including measuring performance against goals)? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated experience in utilizing various program evaluation methodologies? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated experience in data collection methods (i.e.; surveys, interviews, focus groups, and observations)? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated ability to work both with a team and independently? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated experience working in the private and/or public sectors to develop and deliver educational programs and workforce trainings (including assessing their impact and effectiveness)? 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 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