Special Assignment Assistant, University, NSF Grant Research Position - Roger Williams University - Military veterans preferred

Roger Williams University

Location: Bristol, RI Category: Temporary and Per Diem Posted On: Thu Jun 5 2025 Job Description:

The Special Assignment Assistant, University, position is one in which the incumbent may be assigned to any department throughout Roger Williams University. The Assistant will report directly to the assigned supervisor, assisting with a department with a variety of duties. Duties will vary depending upon the department's need.

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 supervisor's designee.

Bachelor's degree in a related field.

0 -1 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 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.

Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and com-mitted to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here.

RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed below. Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here: Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures. All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly. TITLE IX COORDINATOR: Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: (401) 254-3123 /Email Address: jstanley@rwu.edu

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