Job Description:

The Special Assistant works with the senior leadership team in the Office of the President to facilitate the execution of student engagement initiatives and special projects. Reporting directly to the Chief of Staff, the Special Assistant manages day-to-day student outreach, coordinates project execution, oversees student funding processes, and provides critical research and briefing support for university leadership.

This is a one-year term position, with possible renewable for up to one additional year.

Major Responsibilities:

- Student Liaison & Engagement Strategy

- Coordinate a wide range of special projects for the Office of the President, in consultation with the senior leadership team.    

- Research and prepare materials for meetings and events involving the President. 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 1-3 years of related experience preferred, preferably in higher education. 

Please include a cover letter when submitting the attachments with the application.

Criminal and education background check required.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-07-24

Job Posting Title:

Special Assistant for Strategic Projects & Student Affairs

Department:

Office of the President

Grade:

Grade 9

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Hybrid

 

Submission Guidelines:

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.

Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.  

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact [email protected].

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.