IT Office Administrator

Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) seeks an IT Office Administrator to join the Information Technology Services (ITS) Department.  ITS promotes institutional success by providing our campus partners with value-adding information management services and a continuously modern and up-to-date technological infrastructure.

The IT Office Administrator is a highly valued member of the ITS team who performs a wide variety of routine clerical and administrative duties in support of the Chief Information Officer and IT staff, including but not limited to: tracking and monitoring IT budgets and expenses, processing purchase orders and other transactions, submitting journal entries, generating, maintaining and processing forms, documents, reports, minutes and agendas; organizing calendars; and updating and maintaining confidential records and files. This position serves as the initial point of contact for internal and external administrative inquiries and escalates issues to appropriate individuals as necessary.

We seek a culturally competent candidate who will thrive in a campus environment that is committed to advancing the principles of social equity and inclusion, environmental and climate justice, and equal access to resources and opportunities.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Experience

• Purchasing and expense accounting experience is required. General knowledge of computer-based systems and terminology.

• Ability to work independently, with limited guidance, and collaboratively in a diverse, multicultural and inclusive setting.

• Self-starter and solution minded approach to projects and initiatives. 

• Customer service oriented.

• A minimum of three (3) years experience in an administrative support position requiring word processing, database, and spreadsheet skills.  

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Workday Finance and HRM. 

• Experience in working in an academic environment. 

• Finance or accounting experience.

RISD recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its learning community and integral to an art and design education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

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