University of Rhode Island
Specialist, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
University of Rhode Island, Kingston, Rhode Island, us, 02881
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number SF02042
Job Title Specialist, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
Position Number 109897
FTE 1.00
FLSA Exempt
Position Type Professional Staff
Union PSA/NEA - Professional Staff Assoc
Pay Grade Level Grade Level: 5
Pay Grade Range Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $42,000 - $50,000
Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Limited
Department Information
Department Gerontology
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
Extension Contingency Notes
Position is full-time calendar year, limited to 06/27/2026 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 08/20/2025. Applications received after 08/20/2025 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
About URI:
The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs and is the State's flagship public research university, as well as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and within easy reach of Newport, Boston, and New York City.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Assistant Director, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Rhode Island, be responsible for establishing short-and-long range plans and goals to achieve organization membership objectives with a focus on member engagement, retention, and recruitment strategies. Oversee the administration of the OLLI at URI member registration software.
Duties and Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare and update the membership database for the catalog mailings and the annual appeal mailing.
Maintain ongoing communication with Modern Campus/Lumens for upgrades and review of the outstanding corrective action ticket items.
Update member profiles.
Monitor daily membership stats in relation to the budget projections.
Coordinate and oversee member parking registration.
In the area of MEMBER ENGAGEMENT:
Coordinate all member relation procedures, recruitment, sales, orientation, renewals, communication, and outreach to lapsed members.
Schedule and offer monthly Member Welcome and Orientation meetings.
Develop and administer Member Satisfaction Surveys and focus groups.
Coordinate all membership special events and monthly lobby activities.
In the area of ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTING:
Provide monthly statistical reports related to membership, acquisition, and retention.
Prepare and deliver new member welcome calls.
Prepare and send monthly advance emails to those members due for renewal. Identify and prepare upcoming member renewal listings for personal phone calls for ease of registration.
In the area of DAILY OPERATIONS:
Create a welcoming environment and friendly reception, providing optimum customer service for all OLLI members.
Ensure physical space (lobby, classroom, office) is organized and presentable for member activity.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform additional duties as required.
LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:
Personal computers, printers; word processing; spreadsheet software. Microsoft Office. Google Suite.
Required Qualifications
REQUIRED :
1. Bachelor's degree in human services, business, or related field.
2. Minimum two years of professional experience working with and supporting volunteers.
3. Demonstrated experience in project management.
4. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
5. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
6. Demonstrated organizational skills.
7. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
8. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
9. Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED :
1. Demonstrated ability to work with senior adults.
2. Demonstrated familiarity with registration management software.
The University of Rhode Island is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University of Rhode Island to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability.
Environmental Conditions
This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Posting Date 07/29/2025
Closing Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach the following 2 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:
(#1) Cover letter.
(#2) Resume.
Note: References will be upon request.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/15452
Position Information
Posting Number SF02042
Job Title Specialist, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
Position Number 109897
FTE 1.00
FLSA Exempt
Position Type Professional Staff
Union PSA/NEA - Professional Staff Assoc
Pay Grade Level Grade Level: 5
Pay Grade Range Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $42,000 - $50,000
Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Limited
Department Information
Department Gerontology
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
Extension Contingency Notes
Position is full-time calendar year, limited to 06/27/2026 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 08/20/2025. Applications received after 08/20/2025 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
About URI:
The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs and is the State's flagship public research university, as well as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and within easy reach of Newport, Boston, and New York City.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Assistant Director, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Rhode Island, be responsible for establishing short-and-long range plans and goals to achieve organization membership objectives with a focus on member engagement, retention, and recruitment strategies. Oversee the administration of the OLLI at URI member registration software.
Duties and Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare and update the membership database for the catalog mailings and the annual appeal mailing.
Maintain ongoing communication with Modern Campus/Lumens for upgrades and review of the outstanding corrective action ticket items.
Update member profiles.
Monitor daily membership stats in relation to the budget projections.
Coordinate and oversee member parking registration.
In the area of MEMBER ENGAGEMENT:
Coordinate all member relation procedures, recruitment, sales, orientation, renewals, communication, and outreach to lapsed members.
Schedule and offer monthly Member Welcome and Orientation meetings.
Develop and administer Member Satisfaction Surveys and focus groups.
Coordinate all membership special events and monthly lobby activities.
In the area of ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTING:
Provide monthly statistical reports related to membership, acquisition, and retention.
Prepare and deliver new member welcome calls.
Prepare and send monthly advance emails to those members due for renewal. Identify and prepare upcoming member renewal listings for personal phone calls for ease of registration.
In the area of DAILY OPERATIONS:
Create a welcoming environment and friendly reception, providing optimum customer service for all OLLI members.
Ensure physical space (lobby, classroom, office) is organized and presentable for member activity.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform additional duties as required.
LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:
Personal computers, printers; word processing; spreadsheet software. Microsoft Office. Google Suite.
Required Qualifications
REQUIRED :
1. Bachelor's degree in human services, business, or related field.
2. Minimum two years of professional experience working with and supporting volunteers.
3. Demonstrated experience in project management.
4. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
5. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
6. Demonstrated organizational skills.
7. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
8. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
9. Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED :
1. Demonstrated ability to work with senior adults.
2. Demonstrated familiarity with registration management software.
The University of Rhode Island is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University of Rhode Island to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability.
Environmental Conditions
This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Posting Date 07/29/2025
Closing Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach the following 2 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:
(#1) Cover letter.
(#2) Resume.
Note: References will be upon request.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/15452