Special Assignment Coordinator, University

About Roger Williams University :

At Roger Williams University, students are prepared to be thinkers and doers ready to solve challenging problems with innovative solutions.

RWU offers 50 majors and robust offerings of graduate and professional programs across eight schools of study including Rhode Island's only law school, with campuses on the coast of Bristol and in the heart of Providence, R.

I. With small classrooms and a focus on undergraduate and graduate research and community engagement, a Roger Williams education blends the strength of liberal arts and professional studies, providing all students with the depth and breadth of interdisciplinary thinking and well-rounded knowledge necessary to succeed in our interconnected, global world.

RWU is committed to strengthening society through engaged scholarship so that students graduate with the ability to think critically and apply the practical skills that today's employers demand.

Roger Williams University seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value diversity, equity and inclusion and respect for all races, genders, identities, and abilities.

RWU is committed to creating a thriving community that encourages lifelong learning, professional development, and academic innovation.

Job Description :

The Special Assignment Coordinator position is one in which the incumbent may be assigned to any department throughout Roger Williams University.

Essential Functions / Characteristics

Varied Duties

The incumbent will perform a variety of duties that may include but not be limited to the following : Assist with gathering information.

Prepare reports, spreadsheets, presentations. Document processes, procedures, etc. Perform data collection and data entry.

Operate and / or maintain equipment. May provide guidance to work study or student employees. Attend events, meetings or other assigned activities.

Additional Functions

Respect and maintain confidentiality, parameters of operation, professional protocols, and individual privacy.

Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or supervisors' designee.

Requirements :

Bachelor's degree in a related field.

One year of related experience.

Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Must be highly organized, able to set priorities to accomplish tasks, and work independently to meet established timelines.

Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate with internal and external contacts and to maintain consistent and frequent communication with supervisor.

Ability to work flexible hours and work schedule.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in higher education.

Knowledge of the University's Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.

At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Additional Information :

Roger Williams University is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law.

For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit .

Application Instructions :

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references. In your cover letter / letter of interest, in addition to listing how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position, please include information about how you would be able to contribute to RWU's diversity, inclusivity, and equity goals.

Department : As Assigned

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Last updated : 2024-07-31