Temp Campus Programs Operations Specialist

Rhode Island School of Design; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 32,760 - 40,040; Full time

Job summary

Rhode Island School of Design seeks a temporary Operations Assistant to support summer program operations for the Continuing Education adult programs. The role coordinates facilities and programmatic needs for instructors, teaching assistants, and students on campus.

The successful candidate will work with a diverse group of students and staff, travel when needed, and participate in debriefs after programs. RISD emphasizes equity, inclusion, and climate justice in its community.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with databases and SIS systems (25Live, Workday, Destiny Solutions).
• Able to work independently and as part of a highly collaborative team.
• Commitment to working with a diverse population of students, instructors, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist Operations staff with room readiness checks before programs.
• Place informational signage and assist with wayfinding.
• Staff major program launches and check-in days for students and families.
• Support pre-program setup and logistical errands.
• Staff exhibitions and closing events, artwork handling.
• Monitor Slack channels and communicate with supervisor/CE staff.
• Serve as TA substitute when needed and continue TA duties if not replaced.
• Provide coverage for other temporary staff as needed.
• Support office needs such as print requests and space research.
• Post-program cleanup and follow-up tasks.
• Provide feedback in debrief meetings.

Skills

Databases experience

SIS familiarity

Teamwork

First Aid certified

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

25Live

Workday

Destiny Solutions

Job description

Rhode Island School of Design seeks a temporary Operations Assistant to support summer program operations for the Continuing Education adult programs. The role coordinates facilities and programmatic needs for instructors, teaching assistants, and students on campus.

The successful candidate will work with a diverse group of students and staff, travel when needed, and participate in debriefs after programs. RISD emphasizes equity, inclusion, and climate justice in its community.