Assistant Director of Experiential Learning 997990

Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit, Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts and is strongly committed to enhancing belonging through equity, inclusion, and diversity.  These values are central to our mission.  We strive for a climate of respect and inclusiveness that welcomes and supports members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, is committed unreservedly to open and free inquiry, and deliberately seeks out multiple perspectives.

Xavier University’s Career Development Office is seeking an Assistant Director of Experiential Learning to develop and support a program of high-impact, transformational, and experiential learning opportunities for students.

The work of the Assistant Director of Experiential Learning includes program development and management, student advising and support, effectively communicate and develop relationships with staff, faculty, and off-campus partners, and data collection and statistical reporting.

Essential Functions:

• Provide leadership in the development, implementation and maintenance of the high-impact experiential learning initiative.
• Establish and maintain internal policies and procedures for the initiative in alignment with University efforts to promote and expand awareness and participation in high-impact experiential learning opportunities.
• Create and maintain processes for tracking experiential learning, data collection of experiential opportunities, and other relevant engagement for statistical reporting.
• Promote, advocate, 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.
• Develop, review, and edit marketing and resource materials for experiential learning.
• Advise students on internship/experiential education preparation and search.
• Promote and facilitate experiential education opportunities.
• Assist in the development of strong employer partnerships to support ongoing opportunities for student

Job Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, Business, Counseling, or similar field; Required.
• 1-3 years’ relevant professional experience; Required.
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse populations of students, e.g., students of color, first generation college students, students with disabilities, and students on academic probation; Required.
• Master’s degree in Higher Education, Business, Counseling, or similar field; Preferred.
• Experience utilizing student information and tracking systems, such as Handshake or Banner; Preferred.

Job Requirements:

• This is a full-time Monday-Friday position.
• This position may require occasional night/weekend commitments.
• This position requires to be onsite, with the option to work remotely one day per week.

Benefits:

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of employees and their families. *Eligibility varies by position and employment class.

·       Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.

·       Tax advantaged accounts including health savings account, 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.

To receive full consideration for this position, interested and qualified applicants must submit the following:

• Resume and cover letter tailored to this position which includes your interest, experience, and commitment to diversity and inclusion, as it pertains to this role.
• The names and contact information of three professional references.

Review of applications will start on November 5, 2024.  Applications will be accepted until the position closes at the University’s discretion.

Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, skin color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

We welcome candidates who thrive in a workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are encouraged and embraced.