Assistant Director of Experiential Learning

Xavier University; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance

Health savings accounts

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Xavier University seeks an Assistant Director of Experiential Learning to design and support a program of high-impact experiential learning opportunities for students.

The role includes program management, internal and external communications, data collection, and reporting to advance participation and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred in Higher Education, Business, Counseling, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the development, implementation and maintenance of high-impact experiential learning opportunities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for faculty, staff, and off-campus partners, which encompasses resolving and answering questions and interpreting policies associated with participation in an experiential learning opportunity.
• Establish and maintain internal policies and procedures in alignment with university efforts to promote and expand awareness and participation in high-impact experiential learning opportunities.
• Promote and expand awareness and participation in quality experiential learning opportunities to students and establish relationships with staff, faculty, and both on and off-campus community partners.
• Maintain tracking database, collection of experiential opportunities, and other relevant engagement for statistical reporting.
• Advise students on internship/experiential education preparation and search; and
• Develop and facilitate workshops to help students secure, succeed in, and reflect upon their experiences.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree required

Master’s degree preferred in Higher Education, Business, Counseling, or related field

Job description

Assistant Director of Experiential Learning

Xavier University is seeking a dedicated and mission-driven Assistant Director of Experiential Learning. The work of the Assistant Director is to develop and support a program of high-impact, transformational, experiential learning opportunities for students. The work includes program management and development, internal and external communications, data collection, and internal and external reporting.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the development, implementation and maintenance of high-impact experiential learning opportunities;
• Serve as the primary point of contact for faculty, staff, and off-campus partners, which encompasses resolving and answering any questions and interpreting policies associated with participation in an experiential learning opportunity;
• Establish and maintain internal policies and procedures in alignment with university efforts to promote and expand awareness and participation in high-impact experiential learning opportunities;
• Promote and expand awareness and participation in quality experiential learning opportunities to students and establish relationships with the staff, faculty, and both on and off-campus community partners;
• Maintain tracking database, collection of experiential opportunities, and other relevant engagement for statistical reporting;
• Advise students on internship/experiential education preparation and search; and
• Develop and facilitate workshops to help students secure, succeed in, and reflect upon their experiences.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Master’s degree preferred in Higher Education, Business, Counseling, or related field
• 1-3 years of related experience
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse populations

Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts. Guided by our mission and values, we welcome and support members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We unreservedly commit to open and free inquiry, deliberately seek out

Benefits – Applies Only To Full-time Positions

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class:

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
• Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
• Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave and holidays.
• Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.