Specialist, Student Senate

🇺🇸 Kingston, RI

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $55K - $61K

💻 Academic Advising

🗓️ November 6th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Rhode Island is hiring a Specialist, Student Senate. The role involves supporting the educational mission and goals of the Student Senate, assisting in communication, supervision, advising on policies and procedures, and managing student engagement initiatives along with coordinating student organizations and events.

Highlights

Support implementation of Student Senate policies and student engagement programs.
Develop and administer student development training and engagement initiatives, including some evening and weekend programs.
Advise students and campus partners on policies, procedures, budgeting, and scheduling related to student organizations.
Maintain accurate records and data related to student government and engagement activities.
Assist with conflict resolution and strategic problem-solving for student groups and committees.
Utilize Microsoft Office, Google Suites, learning management platforms, videoconferencing tools, and web maintenance software.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in social sciences or business-related field and at least two years of experience in a higher education environment.
Experience supervising and advising college students and student organizations is required.
Anticipated salary range: $55,127 - $60,500; full-time, exempt, professional staff position.
Department: Student Involvement within the Division of Student Affairs at University of Rhode Island.