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University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Associate Director Experiential Learning - 3233
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Position Number: 5924925
Location: Pembroke, NC
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Associate Director Experiential Learning - 3233

Division: Student Affairs
Department: Career Services Center
Working Title: Associate Director Experiential Learning - 3233
Vacancy Type: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Min T/E Requirements:
Master's degree in any field is required with preference given to those in student development, higher education administration, or closely related field. At least one to three years of professional experience in a higher education setting is required.

FTE: 1
Salary Range:
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience
Position #: 3233
FLSA Status: Exempt
Months per Year: 12
Work Schedule:
Work Schedule Type:

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit:
The Career Center provides comprehensive career services to all University of North Carolina at Pembroke undergraduate, graduate students, and alumni. The Career Center's goal is to provide high-quality career development programs that are customized to students' developmental and professional needs.

Primary Purpose of Position:
The Associate Director for Experiential Learning will support the Career Center by developing and coordinating experiential learning initiatives that enhance student learning, leadership, and career development.

Job Description:
The Associate Director for Experiential Learning will support the Career Center by developing and coordinating experiential learning initiatives that enhance student learning, leadership, and career development. This position reports to the Executive Director for Career Services and is a staff member in the Division of Student Affairs. This position will develop partnerships with on-campus stakeholders in all divisions to develop curriculum, events, activities, and applied learning experiences, specifically related to on-campus student employment and internships. This position will assess, measure, and evaluate student learning and development outcomes related to these major initiatives.

The Associate Director will:

Develop curriculum, events, activities, and opportunities related to experiential learning, leadership, and career development
Coordinate internships and develop updated internship guidelines and handbooks
Develop relationships with internship sites and facilitate internship agreements
Create educational content and workshops to further intellectual, social, and personal development related to the importance of engaging in experiential learning opportunities
Collaborate regularly with academic departments, Center for Student Success, and advising team to integrate career development and experiential learning exploration within academic advising and student success
Connect with internship coordinators in academic departments to identify needs and opportunities for students
Provide ongoing education/ reports to faculty internship coordinators, faculty, and staff on post covid career shifts /hiring trends per recruiter strategic initiatives, Internship Calendars during Departmental Meetings, and face-to-face classroom in-services
Develop and/or enhance equitable surveys to collect current quantitative and qualitative Internship data from each Internship coordinator
Collaborate with the faculty professional development and academic leadership teams and student services leadership teams to create opportunities for partner access to faculty, advisors, success coaches, and students.
Collaborate with the Advancement division, academic departments, and all campus constituents to develop reciprocal employer partnerships and a coordinated employer outreach for the campus.
Track, analyze and report internship outcomes to evaluate program on an annual basis. Assess strategic First Destination Survey, Student, Faculty, and Employer Transformational Surveys.
Develop onboarding curriculum for student employees and provide professional development for interns
Develop training for supervisors of student employees and interns
Coordinate events and services that support experiential learning
Provide oversight and implementation for leadership education and development specifically related to career readiness, including but not limited to programs like Truist
Provide ongoing professional development opportunities for student employees and on-campus interns
Utilize university systems to maintain student files and records related to internships and on-campus employment
Maintain knowledge of regulations and policies that impact students' educational and career development options
Assist with planning and coordinating student services events such as career week events, guest speaker panels, and other career-related workshops and programs
Ensure that students across all colleges and programs have access to experiential learning and career opportunities
Identify learning outcomes and assessment for on-campus student employment program
Coordinate with Human Resources and Financial Aid to develop comprehensive and cohesive on-campus student employment initiatives, processes, and procedures

Management Preference:
Knowledge of student development and experience in working directly in a higher education setting for at least three years. Earned Master's degree in Student Affairs or a closely related field preferred. Must be student-oriented and have a commitment to working in a team based, collaborative environment along with the ability to work with a culturally diverse student population.

Lic or Certifications Required by Statute or Regulation: N/A

Job Opening Date: 01/13/2025
Job Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Posting Category: Managerial/Non-Faculty Professional
Posting Number: EPA00988

Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/12024