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Game Day & Arena Operations – Zamboni Operator
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Troy, NY
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| Seeking two part time Zamboni Operators to oversee evening operations at the ice arena, including driving the Zamboni ice resurfacer, light cleaning, and closing the facility at the end of the schedule. This is a part-time, seasonal role (August–April) with evening and weekend shifts during the RPI hockey season. |
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Field House Temp Staff
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Troy, NY
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| Incumbents are hired on an if/when needed basis during events at the Houston Field House. Representative assignments include:
Parking Lot Attendant, Usher, Zamboni Driver, Box Office Clerk, Ticket Taker, and Sound Technician. |
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Operations Manager, Student Health Center
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Troy, NY
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| The Operations Manager for the Student Health Center oversees departmental systems and communications, manages student health and dental insurance programs, leads quality improvement efforts, ensures compliance with accreditation standards and state and federal regulations, and monitors the department budget. In addition, the Manager directly supervises the front office and support staff for the department to ensure quality services are provided to students, parents, and internal stakeholders. |
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Assistant Coach for Men’s and Women’s Track & Field
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Troy, NY
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| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is seeking an Assistant Coach for Men’s and Women’s Track & Field to join our athletics team. In this role, the Assistant Coach will collaborate with the Head Coach to lead and develop a competitive NCAA Division III track & field program. This full-time, 10-month position (40 hours per week for 40 weeks) offers a starting pay of $16.00 per hour, access to benefits, and may include on-campus housing. This is a fixed-term appointment with the possibility of extension for the following year. |
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Program Manager, Fashion Innovation Center
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Troy, NY
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| The Program Manager leads the New York Fashion Innovation Center’s operational and project management activities, ensuring initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with program objectives. This position coordinates cross-functional teams, manages work plans and budgets, establishes efficient processes, and reports outcomes to stakeholders, including New York State. The Program Manager also collaborates and liaises with constituents across academia, industry, and government. |
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Director, Talent Acquisition
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Troy, NY
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| The Director of Talent Acquisition leads the strategy, operations, and execution of all talent acquisition initiatives across the Institute. In addition to leading the recruitment function, the Director oversees the institution’s employment-based immigration processes. |
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Program Manager, Supplementary Education
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Troy, NY
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| The Program Manager, Supplementary Education has primary responsibility for providing learning support services for students. The Manager will oversee, develop, train, monitor, and supervise comprehensive academic support programs including peer tutoring programs and teaching assistant (during the summer). In collaboration with campus constituents, the Program Manager will develop and support Institute-wide learning initiatives and support programs and activities. The Program Manager will participate in Student Success Center functions and be responsible for creating reports and materials for external audiences, maintenance of the website, and support office communications, marketing, and social media to promote tutoring and learning resources. |
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Lecturer, Cognitive Science (Spring 2026)
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Troy, NY
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| The Department of Cognitive Science in the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute invites applications for a full-time Lecturer position beginning Spring 2026. The position is available as a 1- to 3-year appointment, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and institutional needs. |
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Environmental Specialist, Lead
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Troy, NY
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The Environmental Specialist, Lead performs the duties of an Environmental Specialist, Sr. and assists supervisor with the planning and scheduling of the Institute's standards for cleanliness in assigned areas, including residence halls, apartments, academic buildings, classrooms, athletic/recreational facilities, offices, and common areas. Serve as team leader for crew of assigned staff. Works in concert with other leads to support all campus wide events. Act on behalf of the Supervisor during his/her absence. |
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Repairer or Sr. Repairer
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Troy, NY
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| The Repairer performs basic repair and maintenance assignments on facilities and equipment using a variety of trades such as, but not limited to, carpentry, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, painting, and masonry. Also works as a part of a team to complete larger scale renovations. This position participates in on-call rotation for off-hour repairs in academic and residential buildings. |
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Counselor I (10-months)
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Troy, NY
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| NOTE: This position is full time from August 1 through May 31each year, with the ability to spread benefits & pay over 12 months. The Counselor I will facilitate the normal developmental process of Rensselaer students, and assist students whose normal developmental process is being impeded by adjustment problems and other disorders. The Counselor I will work with students individually and in groups, as well as proactively work with the Rensselaer Community to create an environment that will allow students to maximize their personal growth. The Counselor I will also develop and implement mental health prevention and education programs. |
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Assistant Director, Assessment
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Troy, NY
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| The Assistant Director of Assessment works in the Office of Institutional Research and Assessment (OIRA) with a primary focus on fostering a culture of assessment and continuous quality improvement efforts among faculty and administration. The Assistant Director will provide ongoing assistance and training to faculty and staff on best practices in assessment to improve student learning and program effectiveness. The Assistant Director will play a key role in coordinating the assessment of general education (core outcomes). The Assistant Director will additionally develop, administer, analyze and report on surveys is a central aspect of this role. The Assistant Director of Assessment reports to the Associate Vice Provost for Institutional Effectiveness and Planning. |
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Sr. Director of Development, School of Science (Sr. Major Gift Officer)
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Troy, NY
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| The Sr. Major Gift Officer will serve as the Sr. Director of Development for the School of Science and is responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive advancement program to secure philanthropic resources for the top priority projects of the Institute and the school. This person will work cooperatively and collegially with members of the Institute’s Central Advancement Office, to effectively build successful fund-raising programs for the school. |
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Computational Science Engineering Researchers (2025 - 26)
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Troy, NY
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| Apply for consideration for one or more research staff positions as they become available through the end of the year. |
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Media Relations Manager
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Troy, NY
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| The Media Relations Manager is one of RPI’s chief storytellers with a proven expertise in brand storytelling and strategic media relations. The media relations manager plays a critical role in raising awareness of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute as an esteemed institution of academic excellence, groundbreaking research and global community influence and impact. The media relations manager will produce and disseminate relevant and engaging stories that advance the Institute in top tier national consumer media outlets and scholarly publications, and across all Institute storytelling channels. |
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Content Marketing Manager
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Troy, NY
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| Rensselaer seeks candidates with a passion for Higher Education to serve as Content Marketing Manager. This position is responsible for developing and executing digital-first, high-quality content that elevates RPI’s brand and engages key audiences. This role focuses on content creation, multimedia storytelling, and content optimization, ensuring that it aligns with RPI’s strategic goals. The Content Marketing Manager will leverage AI tools, SEO best practices, analytics, and audience insights to continuously refine content strategies for maximum impact. This position reports to the Associate Vice President, Marketing and Communications in the Office of Community Engagement and Communications (OCEC).
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Mover & Grounds Specialist
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Troy, NY
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| The Mover & Grounds Specialist at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute supports campus operations by performing moves, event setup and breakdown, snow removal, and grounds maintenance using various equipment. This hands-on role requires strong customer service, equipment operation skills, and the flexibility to work varied hours to help maintain the safety and appearance of the university’s 275-acre campus. |
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Social Media Marketing Manager
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Troy, NY
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| The Social Media Marketing Manager is responsible for developing, executing, and refining Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s enterprise-level social media strategy. The Manager will build upon RPI’s existing social media presence to support institutional goals related to brand visibility, audience engagement, student recruitment, and reputation building. |
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Associate Vice Provost, Student Health & Wellness
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Troy, NY
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| The Associate Vice Provost (AVP) is a key member of the Student Experience leadership team and plays a vital role in setting the strategic direction for Student Health and Wellness. The AVP proactively addresses opportunities and challenges, manages resources, formulates policies, and builds essential relationships with academic and administrative colleagues. The AVP will work closely with a range of stakeholders to cultivate an environment that prioritizes student well-being and will have direct oversight of the Student Health Center, Student Counseling and Psychological Services, and Case Management, fostering programs and services that contribute to a holistic and healthy campus culture. The AVP oversees the Student Health Insurance Plan and partners with the Athletics Department on supervision of athletic trainers. |
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Lecturer Position in Information Technology and Web Sciences
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Troy, NY
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| The Information Technology and Web Science Program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has positions open at the Lecturer / Senior Lecturer/ Professor of Practice level. These are up to three-year appointments depending on the level, with the option of renewal based on suitable performance. |