University of Rhode Island · 2 days ago
Specialist I, Office of Strategic Initiatives
Kingston, RI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$58K/yr - $62K/yr
2+ years expThe University of Rhode Island is the State’s flagship public research university, and they are seeking a Specialist I in the Office of Strategic Initiatives. This role supports all administrative functions related to academic programs and workforce development, ensuring effective enrollment processes and marketing initiatives for the Office of Strategic Initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Support instructors assigned to teach sections related to OSI academic programs and facilitators assigned to deliver OSI workforce development programs
Assist students through the enrollment process for OSI academic programs (including dual and concurrent enrollment) ahead of each academic term
Ensure OSI classes are properly listed in e-Campus for each academic term
Onboard students upon matriculation into academic programs co-administered by OSI
Respond to student and other external inquiries related to OSI programs while demonstrating personal commitment to exceptional customer service
Contribute to the marketing of OSI programs
Collaborate with program directors of OSI Academic Programs to grow and enhance the programs
Work with high school administrators, teachers, and other stakeholders to support dual and concurrent enrollment
Prepare content and materials for OSI programs
Administer surveys as needed for OSI programs
Provide administrative support for in-person and online OSI programs
Coordinate planning for OSI events
Assist in enrollment tracking during registration periods
Assist in website development for OSI programs
Contribute to content curation for the OSI LinkedIn account
Support grant writing efforts related to OSI programs
Support the professional development and training of high school teachers approved and assigned to teach concurrent enrollment sections
Serve as liaison between support service offices and students registered for OSI credit-bearing courses and programs
Coordinate payments from and on behalf of students enrolled in OSI credit-bearing courses and programs
Perform additional duties as assigned by OSI leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, public relations, communication or related field
Minimum of two years of customer service experience
Ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and students in a higher education setting
Experience in program development and support
Event planning and support experience
Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in written communication skills
Experience using data and computer software programs (e.g., word processing, database management, spreadsheet)
Ability to work with diverse groups/populations
Preferred
Master's degree in education, adult education, or business field
Company
University of Rhode Island
University of Rhode Island is a research and graduate institution offering graduate and undergraduate programs.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (23)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$71.27MKey Investors
Rhode Island Department of HealthThe Champlin FoundationNational Science Foundation
2026-01-08Grant· $0.2M
2025-12-02Grant· $0.5M
2025-07-08Grant· $7M
Leadership Team
David M. Dooley
President
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