State of Rhode Island
Salary :
$71,287.00 - $80,484.00 Annually Location :
Cranston, RI Job Type:
Non-Union (99) Job Number:
1680-50101-4366 Department:
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND TRAINING Division:
Income Support Opening Date:
10/03/2025 Closing Date:
10/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Restrictions/Limitations:
Restricted/limited to leave of the prior incumbent. Pay Grade:
00128A Classification:
Classified Scheduled Work Days; Hours of Work:
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm Work Week:
Non-Standard Bargaining Union:
Non-Union (99)
Class Definition GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
To assist a high level state official by performing the most complex administrative and supportive tasks involved in the implementation and administration of major projects and programs whose effects encompass all departments and agencies of state government; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Works under the general direction of a high level state official from whom work assignments are received; work is reviewed usually upon completion for performance of assignments as directed.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED : Supervises clerical and other supportive staff assigned to assist.
Illustrative Examples of Work Performed
To assist a high level state official by performing the most complex administrative and supportive tasks involved in the implementation and administration of major projects and programs whose effects encompass all departments and agencies of state government. To oversee the official agency files and records and to insure their accuracy and are kept current. To study and analyze operational procedures and prepare detailed and comprehensive reports of findings and recommendations. To perform as required, varied public relations related duties such as preparing news releases and writing and delivering speeches. To assist a superior by performing administrative tasks and research in the overall agency operation. To coordinate the flow of work among the various units within the agency. To respond to inquiries and to direct them to proper location for response when necessary. To attend conferences and meetings on behalf of superior and prepare reports thereon. To do related work as required.
Required Qualifications for Appointment KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES:
A thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration; a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of modern office management, and the ability to apply such principles and practices; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with personnel; a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of effective implementation procedures for policies and procedures; the ability to prepare accurate and concise written reports; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: Such as may have been gained through: successful completion of at least two years of academic study in an accredited institution of higher education; and Experience: Such as may have been gained through: considerable employment in a supervisory position in state government assisting a high level state official performing complex administrative and supportive tasks involved in the implementation and administration of major projects and programs that had effect on all departments or agencies. Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience. Supplemental Information The responsibilities for this position fall within the Governor's Workforce Board. This role includes being adept in various administrative and programmatic supports, to include, but is not limited to, assisting in preparing for all GWB board and committee meetings throughout the year. This entails sending and responding to board and committee emails as well as the preparation of all aspects of the planning of these meetings. This position will track attendance for members and takes meeting minutes. Assistance with the planning of all events, to include the GWB Annual Event, retreat and other conferences fall within this position's purview. Assisting in the review and editing of all publications, brochure, GWB program documents, etc. prior to publication or distribution.
A critical skill in this role is having strong communication skills. Developing strong working relationships is essential in working with RIDLT Comms department along with other internal and external agencies. This includes maintaining the constant contact email lists and tracking registrant responses across all programs falling under the Governor's Workforce Board. This position monitors the program delegated email and phone inboxes for follow-up with appropriate GWB staff and providing notifications at a regular cadence.
This role will have knowledge in following State Purchasing protocol and assist with FA270 and credit card requests for subscriptions, office supplies, MPA orders, travel, printing services, trainings, booth or other space rentals, etc. for the GWB.
Processing staff weeklies and monthlies as needed.
Other duties as needed. For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.
$71,287.00 - $80,484.00 Annually Location :
Cranston, RI Job Type:
Non-Union (99) Job Number:
1680-50101-4366 Department:
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND TRAINING Division:
Income Support Opening Date:
10/03/2025 Closing Date:
10/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Restrictions/Limitations:
Restricted/limited to leave of the prior incumbent. Pay Grade:
00128A Classification:
Classified Scheduled Work Days; Hours of Work:
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm Work Week:
Non-Standard Bargaining Union:
Non-Union (99)
Class Definition GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
To assist a high level state official by performing the most complex administrative and supportive tasks involved in the implementation and administration of major projects and programs whose effects encompass all departments and agencies of state government; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Works under the general direction of a high level state official from whom work assignments are received; work is reviewed usually upon completion for performance of assignments as directed.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED : Supervises clerical and other supportive staff assigned to assist.
Illustrative Examples of Work Performed
To assist a high level state official by performing the most complex administrative and supportive tasks involved in the implementation and administration of major projects and programs whose effects encompass all departments and agencies of state government. To oversee the official agency files and records and to insure their accuracy and are kept current. To study and analyze operational procedures and prepare detailed and comprehensive reports of findings and recommendations. To perform as required, varied public relations related duties such as preparing news releases and writing and delivering speeches. To assist a superior by performing administrative tasks and research in the overall agency operation. To coordinate the flow of work among the various units within the agency. To respond to inquiries and to direct them to proper location for response when necessary. To attend conferences and meetings on behalf of superior and prepare reports thereon. To do related work as required.
Required Qualifications for Appointment KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES:
A thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration; a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of modern office management, and the ability to apply such principles and practices; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with personnel; a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of effective implementation procedures for policies and procedures; the ability to prepare accurate and concise written reports; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: Such as may have been gained through: successful completion of at least two years of academic study in an accredited institution of higher education; and Experience: Such as may have been gained through: considerable employment in a supervisory position in state government assisting a high level state official performing complex administrative and supportive tasks involved in the implementation and administration of major projects and programs that had effect on all departments or agencies. Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience. Supplemental Information The responsibilities for this position fall within the Governor's Workforce Board. This role includes being adept in various administrative and programmatic supports, to include, but is not limited to, assisting in preparing for all GWB board and committee meetings throughout the year. This entails sending and responding to board and committee emails as well as the preparation of all aspects of the planning of these meetings. This position will track attendance for members and takes meeting minutes. Assistance with the planning of all events, to include the GWB Annual Event, retreat and other conferences fall within this position's purview. Assisting in the review and editing of all publications, brochure, GWB program documents, etc. prior to publication or distribution.
A critical skill in this role is having strong communication skills. Developing strong working relationships is essential in working with RIDLT Comms department along with other internal and external agencies. This includes maintaining the constant contact email lists and tracking registrant responses across all programs falling under the Governor's Workforce Board. This position monitors the program delegated email and phone inboxes for follow-up with appropriate GWB staff and providing notifications at a regular cadence.
This role will have knowledge in following State Purchasing protocol and assist with FA270 and credit card requests for subscriptions, office supplies, MPA orders, travel, printing services, trainings, booth or other space rentals, etc. for the GWB.
Processing staff weeklies and monthlies as needed.
Other duties as needed. For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.