MBA Transformational Student Experience Manager

Washington State University; Shoreview (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Tuition waiver

Training and development

Job summary

Washington State University seeks an MBA Transformational Student Experience Manager to lead co-curricular and extracurricular experiences enriching MBA programs.

You will align transformational learning with academics, drive engagement, support professional development and enhance student and alumni experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; three years of professional work in student services or related field.
• Master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.
• Experience leading or directing others.
• Experience planning student-facing events or programs with outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Assess market trends and student needs.
• Design and implement innovative programs and initiatives.
• Secure and coordinate resources.
• Establish operational procedures and practices.
• Oversee program delivery.
• Develop metrics to evaluate program effectiveness and student impact.
• Collaborate with faculty, alumni, employers, service providers and partners to deliver high-impact experiences.

Skills

Program planning

Event management

Stakeholder collaboration

Analytical skills

Oral and written communication

Project management

Microsoft Office & Copilot

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree may substitute for experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Copilot

Job description

Job Title

1482-YN_ADMINPRO - Student Services Coordinator/Advisor

Business Title: MBA Transformational Student Experience Manager

Employee Type

Admin. Professional Position Details: The Opportunity: The MBA Transformational Student Experience Manager is responsible for strategic development, management and continuous enhancement of the co‑curricular and extracurricular experiences that enrich the value proposition of the Carson College of Business MBA programs. This role ensures that transformational learning opportunities complement academic programs, strengthen student engagement, support professional development and contribute to positive student and alumni experience.

Responsibilities

• Assessing market trends and student needs.
• Designing and implementing innovative programs and initiatives.
• Securing and coordinating resources.
• Establishing operational procedures and practices.
• Overseeing program delivery.
• Developing metrics to evaluate program effectiveness and student impact.
• The position is responsible for measuring, analyzing and communicating the success of transformational student experiences for enrolled MBA students.
• The manager collaborates extensively across functional areas within the office of Graduate and Online Programs and partners with faculty, alumni, employers, service providers, university and community partners to deliver high‑impact experiences that enhance student success and program competitiveness.

Additional Information

This is a full‑time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible. Monthly Salary: $4,062 - $6,092 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits

• Paid sick and vacation leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents.
• Retirement.
• Deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts.
• Training and development.
• Employee tuition waiver.

For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications

• Positions require a Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of professional work experience in student services or related education/experience.
• Experience leading or directing the work of others.
• A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional work experience.
• Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Demonstrated experience planning student facing events, student programs, or industry events that lead to specific goals and outcomes.
• Previous experience providing career services, employment services, or corporate engagement activities.
• Demonstrated skills with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook, Copilot.
• Outstanding oral and written communication.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying academic rules, policies and procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, programs and timelines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Previous experience providing student services, career services, veteran support, or student affairs at Washington State University or other higher education institutions.
• Demonstrated experience in a multi‑campus system with academic partners.
• Experience building organizational relationships and managing diverse stakeholder needs.
• Previous experience collecting, interpreting, presenting data and making recommendations to evaluate program efficacy.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

Location

Pullman, WA

Background Check

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business‑related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type

Full time Position Term: 12 Month

Equal Opportunity

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail].

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WSU is Washington's land-grant university with campuses located in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri‑Cities, and Vancouver. Additionally, research centers are located throughout the state, extension offices are located in every county in Washington, and online degree programs are offered worldwide. WSU employees promote academic excellence and innovative research that serves the state, nation, and world. With a focus on innovation, excellence, and accountability, continual enhancement of research and educational endeavors are at the core of WSU's strategic priorities.

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