Research Assistant II (OLLI - Gerontology)

Position Information

Posting Number SF01809 Job Title Research Assistant II (OLLI - Gerontology) Position Number 106908 FTE 0.51 FLSA Non-Exempt Position Type Professional Staff Union Non-Union Non-Classified Staff Pay Grade Level Grade Level: 3 Pay Grade Range Hourly Rate Pay: $20.00 - (Part-time 18- Hours per week) Status Part-time, Limited, Calendar Year

Department Information

Department Gerontology 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 part-time, 18-hours per week, calendar year, limited to June 28, 2025 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 July 10 , 2024. Applications received after July 10, 2024 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.

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Basic Function

Provide administrative support related to curriculum and member services.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Assist with office related matters, including answering phones, greeting, and assisting members, preparing documents and reports, scheduling meetings, and maintaining office equipment and supplies.

Provide technical assistance to OLLI faculty.

Prepare and process faculty honorariums.

Assist with the preparation of the OLLI semester Program catalog, including the input of data and proofreading.

Process member class feedback and communicate appropriately with OLLI faculty.

Provide member service back up including serving as registrar, processing parking registration, and other support services related to ongoing member communication.

Provide a variety of functions to support operations and member services.

Other Duties And Responsibilities

Perform additional duties as required.

Licenses, Tools, And Equipment

Personal computers, printers; word processing and spreadsheet software. Microsoft Suite (Power Point)

Required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of two years’ administrative experience in a complex professional environment.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated time management and organization skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated experience with computer systems (including, but not limited to: word processing spreadsheets, Microsoft Suite and Adobe products).
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
• Demonstrated ability to work evenings as assigned.
  
  

Preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in working with the public.
  
  

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ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.

Environmental Conditions

This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Posting Date 06/18/2024 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/13526