Overview
Assist the AVP for Government Affairs and Community Relations in managing the day‑to‑day operations for government, community, and neighborhood both internally and externally, advancing the college’s agenda in these areas. Contribute to community service initiatives, event coordination, and the preparations for external meetings, while fostering positive relationships with community partners, government officials, and neighbors.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in identifying and analyzing new legislation introduced at both the federal and state levels, including assessing potential impacts on and benefits to the college and its students, faculty, and staff. Conduct daily reviews of congressional and general assembly websites for new legislation while the U.S. Congress and Rhode Island General Assembly are in session. Communicate with the AVP and other on‑and‑off‑campus partners as needed to determine legislative implications and opportunities. (40% )
- Assist in managing the FriarServe Program, including oversight of recruitment, volunteer management, transportation, budget, and program communications. Collaborate with Athletics and faculty members to develop and coordinate volunteer opportunities. Serve as the primary point of contact for the FriarServe Principals, the Diocese Catholic School Office, the Diocese Office of Compliance, and the Attorney General’s BCI Office. Oversee several annual program events. (30% )
- Assist in managing the department’s community activities, including community relations programs and initiatives, outreach to neighbors, and responding to inquiries from community members. Work closely with Student Affairs, Public Safety, the Providence Police, and other internal and external partners involved in the college’s community relations efforts. Serve on the Neighborhood Relations Committee, co‑chair the Service Board, and attend monthly Smith Hill Partners Initiative (SHPI) meetings. Oversee the Catholic Book Awards. (20% )
- Provide administrative support to the department, including but not limited to maintaining and updating the departmental web pages; plan and provide logistic support for events and activities involving the department, such as external visitors to campus, FUSION, commencement, the Corliss Park Clinic, and Junior Friars programs. Process all departmental vouchers and manage budget tracking for the department. (10% )
MARGINAL DUTIES
- Perform all other duties as may be required.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required.
- Three to five years’ experience in a similar work environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Advanced computer literacy.
- Basic WordPress experience.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work effectively on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Sensitivity to confidential information.
Physical Demands
- Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time.
- Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.
- Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard.
- Communication skills using the spoken word.
- Ability to see within normal parameters.
- Ability to hear within normal range.
- Ability to move about.
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- E‑Verify Notice of Participation
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Equal‑Opportunity Employer Statement
Providence College is also an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a community that reflects the diverse human family. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
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