Staff Positions

Rhode Island College invites applications for the following full-time position:

College Engineer

The individual will provide campus planning and engineering advice for all campus renovations, maintenance and repairs; be responsible for energy management; prepare and update the College’s Annual Asset Protection Plan; develop the required plans and specifications for approved projects; and monitor all work. 

Requirements include: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering from an accredited institution of higher education; registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Rhode Island or in a state having reciprocity with Rhode Island; have five years of progressively responsible experience in design and/or construction implementation and supervision.  Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.

Preferred:  Master's degree in an appropriate field such as management, engineering, or architecture; knowledge of ADA requirements.

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Starting Salary Range:  $75,000 - $90,000

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The College campus occupies an area of approximately 180 acres and contains in excess of 40 buildings ranging from administrative, classroom, dormitories, laboratories, recreational, athletic and support services.  As required, the work includes traveling around the campus and climbing stairs and ladders to observe and inspect maintenance and construction-related operations and contracted services.  These inspections may involve working in close proximity to high/low voltage electricity, steam generation and refrigeration where extreme temperatures and light/noise variations may occur.  Limited exposure to hazardous materials.

Applications must be received in the Office of Human Resources by June 20, 2008.  If no successful candidate is identified for the position, applications will continue to be accepted. Mail or fax (e-mail not accepted) cover letter, resume and three names of current references and their contact information to:  Office of Human Resources, Attn: Search Code: CE08*, Rhode Island College, 600 Mt. Pleasant Ave., Providence, RI  02908 - Fax# 401-456-8717; Tel # 401-456-8216. 

 *Note: When applying, each cover letter must include the search code for the position.  If you are applying for more than one position, separate materials MUST be submitted for each search.

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution which values and is committed to expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application.

Fax  # 401-456-8717; Tel # 401-456-8216.