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Posting Number SF01749 Job Title Assistant Director, Metcalf Institute Position Number 109760 FTE 1.00 FLSA Exempt Position Type Professional Staff Union PSA/NEA - Professional Staff Assoc Pay Grade Level Grade Level: 12 Pay Grade Range Salary Range: $64,371 - $97,867 Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Limited Department Information

Department Natural Resources Science 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 No Extension Contingency Notes This is a full time calendar year position limited to May 31, 2026 with anticipated renewal. Job Description Summary The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by April 12, 2024. Applications received after April 12, 2024, may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs, but are not guaranteed full consideration.

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BASIC FUNCTION:

Serve in a lead role in the administration, operation, and management of the University of Rhode Island Metcalf Institute’s professional training and public programming, engagement, and network building.

Duties and Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee day-to-day operations of the Metcalf Institute, including coordination of programming and events, implementation of contracts and logistics, budget and communications oversight in coordination with Metcalf’s Scientific Research Grant Associate and Communications Specialist.

Liaise with University of Rhode Island administrative offices in areas of operational interest, including but not limited to the Office of General Counsel, Controller, Instructional Technology, Office of Sponsored Projects, and the College of the Environment and Life Sciences.

Report to and work in cooperation with the Executive Director on management of the Institute to safeguard efficient and effective operations, professional internal and external relations, and programmatic strategic goals.

Oversee the development of comprehensive project and data management systems, using tools such as Asana and datasheets/databases for impact tracking and reporting. Manage student employee and intern assignments. Supervise students and consultants in coordination with other team members.

Supervise scientific research grant associate to ensure fiscal compliance and timely reconciliation of expenditures on Metcalf Institute funds.

Supervise Communications Specialist to achieve Metcalf Institute communications and marketing goals and outcomes across varied platforms. Supervise the development and maintenance of Metcalf Institute’s websites.

Work in cooperation with and support Metcalf Institute Executive Director and development staff on fundraising and development goals.

Work seamlessly within Metcalf Institute’s team-based management structure to ensure high-level output in an ongoing multi-project environment.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Represent the Executive Director as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

Personal computers, printers, fax machines, scanners, word processing, design software, database management, browser-based, graphical and spreadsheet software, Google Workspace.

Required Qualifications REQUIRED:

1. Master’s degree in communication, management, business or related field.

2. Minimum of four years of experience in administration, operations, and/or public programming/events.

3. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.

4. Demonstrated supervisory experience.

5. Demonstrated organizational skills.

6. Demonstrated experience coordinating and executing in-person and virtual events.

7. Demonstrated experience in using data management and analysis tools.

8. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.

9. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.

10. Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple projects on competing deadlines.

11. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Preferred Qualifications PREFERRED:

1. Demonstrated proficiency in project management and database management software (such as Asana, Filemaker Pro, Airtable, Google sheets).

2. Demonstrated experience with academic policies and procedures.

3. Demonstrated experience in grant management (pre- and post-award).

4. Demonstrated experience with operational budgets.

5. Demonstrated management experience.

6. Demonstrated experience with marketing or communications.

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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 03/20/2024 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants Please attach the following 3 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:
(#1) Resume.
(#2) “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).
(#3) “Other Document” – One pdf document (no more than 300 words for each answer; total of 900 maximum) answering the following three questions:
- A) Please describe your interest in this role and why you are a great fit for it.
- B) Please describe how you have worked in a team-based organization where you are both a supervisor and a team member.
- C) Please describe a work project (preferably one where you used data to inform the project) that you are proud of and your role in making it a success.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/13113 Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Other Document - References Other Document Optional Documents Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a Master’s degree in communication, management, business or related field? Yes No * Do you have a minimum of four years of experience in administration, operations, and/or public programming/events? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated supervisory experience? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated organizational skills? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated experience coordinating and executing in-person and virtual events? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated experience in using data management and analysis tools? 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 prioritize multiple projects on competing deadlines? Yes No * Do you have demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team? Yes No How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Public Job Posting Internal Job Posting Agency Referral Advertisement/Publication Personal Referral Website Other