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THE UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND

THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE ADMINISTRATION

   CLASSIFIED JOB OPENINGS
June 1, 2009

PLEASE NOTE: The University in many instances must give preference to civil service candidates on a list or qualified union members with seniority. (Classified positions fall under the State's Civil Service System, and primarily include the University's service/maintenance/dining positions, clerical support positions, nurses, and various technical/para-professional positions. Please continue to the Non-Classified Job Openings section to view faculty and various administrative/professional positions.)

Application deadline date 06-10-09

Applications (no emails, please) must be received in the Office of Human Resource Administration by 4:30pm on the application deadline date. ***SEPARATE APPLICATIONS & RESUMES MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR EACH POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING***
Inquiries may be directed to the Office of Human Resource Administration, 80 Lower College Road, Kingston,
RI 02881 or (401) 874-2416 or by faxing your application to (401) 874-5741. 

Housekeeper, C94 L528, (22), HRL.  Salary Range:  $28,749-$30,751 (FLOAT).  SHIFT:  7:30am to 4pm.  DAYS OFF:  Mon & Tues.  There is not a list of eligibles for this position.  ONLY STATE EMPLOYEES WHO ARE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL 94 UNION MAY APPLY.     Refer to Req# 12540

 

Housekeeper, C94 L528, (9), HRL.  Salary Range:  $28,749-$30,751 (BRESSLER / BUTTERFIELD).  SHIFT:  7:30am to 4pm.  DAYS OFF:  Sat & Sun.  There is not a list of eligibles for this position.  ONLY STATE EMPLOYEES WHO ARE MEMBERS OF COUNCIL 94 UNION MAY APPLY.  May be required to work in other locations.     Refer to Req# 12541

 

Senior Word Processing Typist, ACT/NEA, (2038), Counseling Center.  Salary Range:  $29,736-$32,135. SHIFT:  8:30am to 4:30pm.  DAYS OFF:  Sat & Sun.  There is not a list of eligibles for this position.  Applicants must produce a certificate of proficiency (not older than 18 months) for typing (40wpm) at the time of application.     Refer to Req# 12543

 

Scientific Research Grant Assistant, ACT/NEA, (151), Research & Economic Development.  Salary Range:  $32,298-$35,200.  SHIFT:  8:30am to 4:30pm.  DAYS OFF:  Sat. & Sun.  There is not a list of eligibles for this position.  LIMITED:  06/20/2010 (FUNDING).     Refer to Req# 12539

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NON-CLASSIFIED JOB OPENINGS
June 1, 2009

 

The following listing includes openings for faculty positions and various professional and executive/administrative staff positions.
Resume, cover letter and other requested documents should be sent to the named search committee chair, req #, URI, PO Box G, Kingston, RI 02881.

 

Lecturer, Chinese, NUFAC, (107619), Languages. The Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures at the University of Rhode Island invites applications for a Lecturer in Mandarin Chinese, to begin August 25, 2009.  This is a full-time, academic year position, non-tenure track, renewable contingent upon performance and funding. Teach Mandarin Chinese for the beginning, intermediate and advanced intermediate levels.  Required: A Master's degree or higher in a relevant area; native or near-native Chinese language skills; prior experience teaching Chinese at the university level to native speakers of English; experience in building a Chinese language and culture program for American students.  Preference will be given to candidates with degree background in language pedagogy and/or language acquisition.  Submit (no emails or faxes, please) a letter of application, a resume, and three letters of recommendation postmarked by 06-12-09 to:  John M. Grandin, Search Chair, Refer to Req# 12431

                                                                       

Assistant Coach, Women's Rowing, NUNC, (109960), Women's Rowing.  Responsible for the on-campus recruiting of student-athletes and the implementation of training programs for the Novice Program.  Contribute to the overall administration of the Women's Rowing Program, including assisting with off-campus recruiting, team travel, equipment maintenance, fundraising, and daily operations. Work with a team of coaches and foster a positive competitive environment for student-athletes. Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Rowing Coach.  Required:  Bachelor's degree; competitive collegiate rowing experience and/or coaching experience in women's rowing; strong communication skills, and ability to work with diverse population; demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules with a commitment to adhering to all NCAA, Conference, and Institutional policies, rules, and regulations. Appointment subject to NCAA violation report clearance.  Submit (no emails or faxes, please) a resume and cover letter postmarked by 06-12-09 to:  Shelagh Donohoe, Search Chair, Refer to Req# 12532

 

Associate Director, Athletic Programs, NUNC, (106910), Athletics.  Salary Range:  $53,877-$115,341   (Full time/calendar year rate).  Under the Director of Athletics, serve as a member of the senior administrative team assisting the Director with the running of a Division I athletic's program; provide departmental leadership in the Director's absence.  Required:  Master's degree in physical education, sports management, or a related field; minimum of five years of experience in athletics administration, including experience such as athletics operations, fundraising, athletics academic affairs, media relations, marketing or as a head coach; demonstrated ability to organize, coordinate and supervise support staff; strong interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with students and staff; excellent verbal and written communications skills; awareness of, and commitment to, NCAA standards, gender equity, and the statement of principles proposed in the Knight Commission Report; strong commitment to gender, racial and ethnic diversity.   Preferred:  Demonstrated administrative experience in athletics programming; demonstrative experience with budget management; experience in a Division I program through athletic participation and/or coaching experience.  Submit (no emails or faxes, please) a resume and cover letter postmarked by 06-12-09 to:  Michael N. Laprey, Search Chair, Refer to Req# 12513



Marine Research Specialist I, PSA/NEA, (108344), Graduate School of Oceanography. Salary Range:  $31,782-$38,698 (Full time/calendar year rate).  Position is limited to 12/19/09 with extension contingent on funding. Conduct independent research and assist with the implementation of marine and environmental science research, education, and outreach programs of the Office of Marine Programs and the Inner Space Center.  Required: Bachelor's degree in a marine science or marine policy discipline; experience in research methods in field of expertise, including literature and database searches; ability to organize, coordinate, and supervise students and interns; demonstrated experience with personal computers and digital cameras, and with graphics, word processing, web content management, and spreadsheet software; experience with field and laboratory equipment; excellent verbal and written communications skills; strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work with diverse groups of people.  Must provide own transportation to off-campus locations as needed.  Submit (no emails or faxes, please) a resume and cover letter postmarked by 06-12-09 to: Sara C. Hickox, Search Chair, Refer to Req# 12508

 

Marine Research Specialist I, PSA/NEA, (106989), Graduate School of Oceanography. Salary Range:  $31,782-$38,698 (Full time/calendar year rate).  Position is limited to 12/19/09 with extension contingent on funding. Conduct independent research and assist with the implementation of marine and environmental science research, education, and outreach programs of the Office of Marine Programs.  Required: Bachelor's degree in marine science, ocean engineering, or computer science; experience with research methods in field of expertise, including literature and database searches; ability to organize, coordinate, and supervise students and interns; demonstrated proficiency with Drupal content management system, web/database software, and image management system software; working knowledge of scripting languages and cascading style sheets; experience with computer graphics, layout, and design of content-rich websites and with computer application troubleshooting; excellent verbal and written communications skills; strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work with diverse groups of people. Must provide own transportation to off-campus locations as needed.  Submit (no emails or faxes, please) a resume and cover letter postmarked by 06-12-09 to:  Sara C. Hickox, Search Chair, Refer to Req# 12510

Research Assistant III, PTAA, (108845), Plant Sciences.   Salary Range:  $30,376-$38,513 (salary to be prorated).  Position is part-time (28 hrs/wk) and is limited to 06/19/2010 with extension contingent on funding.  Provide scientific support to research, outreach and educational programs in the URI Botanical Gardens and Horridge Conservatory.  Required:  B.S. in Plant Sciences, Botany or Horticulture or closely related field; three or more years of hands-on experience in ornamental and/or greenhouse production or closely related field; knowledge of state-of-the-art greenhouse computers and basic laboratory equipment; demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and to organize, coordinate and supervise students; strong interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse groups.  Submit (no emails or faxes, please) a resume and cover letter postmarked by 06-12-09 to:  Brian K. Maynard, Search Chair, Refer to Req# 12461

Coordinator, Basketball Operations/Women's Basketball, NUNC, (109976), Women's Basketball. Salary Range: $31,675-$66,479 (Full time/calendar year rate).  Position is limited to 6/30/10 with extension contingent on funding.  Assist with the organization and administration of the basketball program, including the following: on-campus recruiting, practice, study table, conditioning, public relations, academics, game-day and activities, team travel, and liaison to sport administrator. Coordinate video taping and tape exchange program. Coordinate summer camp planning and activities.  Bachelor's degree required. Experience with Division I athletics preferred. Ability to interpret University, NCAA, and Atlantic 10 Conference rules and regulations and to communicate the  interpretations to others required. Must have demonstrated effective interpersonal, organizational, communicative and leadership skills, and the ability to coordinate and supervise support staff. Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills, both oral and written, required. Appointment subject to NCAA violation report clearance and NCAA Rules Certificate.  Submit (no emails or faxes, please) a resume and cover letter postmarked by 06-12-09 to: Gregory D. Burke, Search Chair, Req# 12535

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