Job Details

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity?  Do you want to cultivate an inclusive environment that encourages free expression and civil discourse? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country.  With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia.  We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision.  Come Take Flight at KSU!

(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.  

Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Manages the development, coordination, and growth of experiential learning initiatives that provide Kennesaw State University students with opportunities to apply classroom learning in professional environments. Leads employer and campus partner engagement efforts to support internships, co-ops, fellowships, job shadowing, service-learning, and related experiential learning programs. Oversees program operations, assessment, and continuous improvement activities to ensure effective student engagement, positive employer partnerships, and alignment with university career readiness objectives. Collaborates with academic colleges and university stakeholders to expand access to experiential learning opportunities and enhance student career outcomes through high-impact learning experiences, including the university's OwlXperience program.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
1. Manages the day-to-day operation, implementation, and continuous improvement of experiential learning programs and initiatives, including internships, co-ops, fellowships, job shadowing, and other applied learning opportunities
2. Supervises and supports assigned staff to ensure effective program delivery, high-quality service, and achievement of departmental goals.
3. Develops and maintains relationships with employers, community partners, and campus stakeholders to expand experiential learning opportunities and support student career development.
4. Coordinates the development and implementation of experiential learning initiatives and programs designed to increase student participation and engagement
5. Maintains program procedures, guidelines, and operational processes related to experiential learning participation, documentation, and reporting requirements
6. Collects, analyzes, and reports participation, engagement, and outcomes data to assess program effectiveness and support continuous improvement efforts
7. Collaborates with academic colleges, faculty, and campus partners to promote experiential learning opportunities and support student access across disciplines
8. May serve as instructor of record for internship, cooperative education, career development, or experiential learning courses, as appropriate

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.

Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license.

Required Experience
Three (3) years of related work experience.

Preferred Educational Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

ABILITIES
Able to identify challenges, develop solutions, and implement process improvements
Able to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality in compliance with FERPA and other applicable regulations
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse constituencies and work across organizational units
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of experiential learning best practices, including internships, co-ops, fellowships, job shadowing, and career readiness initiatives
Knowledge of career development theory, career assessments, labor market resources, and NACE Career Readiness Competencies
Experience supporting experiential learning, career services, student success, employer engagement, or related programs within higher education
Demonstrated experience coordinating and implementing programs, projects, events, or initiatives with measurable outcomes

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite and other technology platforms used to support student engagement, employer relations, reporting, and program management)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.

This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will travel 1%-24% of the time.
This position does not require security clearance.
 

• Standard Enhanced
• Education
• MVR
• 9 Panel Lab Drug Test

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf