Experiential Learning Specialist
Experiential Learning Specialist
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$ 48000 - 54000
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Job Description
Department
School of BusinessOfficeAbout the University
Position Summary
The College of Business in service to our mission of engaging a diverse student population with an inclusive educational experience to become successful business professionals seeks to increase student learning and retention through purposeful and planned experiential learning opportunities. This position will work directly and collaboratively with staff and faculty within the College of Business to ensure all students are provided the opportunity to engage with Denver metropolitan area businesses or nonprofits through experiential learning. This position will also work collaboratively with staff from the universitys Classroom to Career Hub (C2Hub).
The Experiential Learning Specialist will enable the College of Business to provide data and track movement toward the Universitys goal to have 100% student involvement in career preparation & experiential learning position reports to the Associate Dean in the College of Business.
Responsibilities
Internship Support 30%
- Identify student internship needs wants and availability. Coordinate with department specific faculty and advisors to ensure student internship credits align with student curricular needs.
- Develop a simplified selfpaced internship application form that matches each departments policies and procedures.
- Connect students to internships via announcements university approved databases referrals to workshops & career lab through the C2Hub and faculty announcements.
- Work with the COB communications team to create relevant engaging and uptodate social media newsletter email and website content regarding internship events and opportunities.
- Assist in educating students through workshops or connection to C2Hub programming on aspects of the internship search & credit baring process.
Experiential Learning Programs 30%
- Collaborate with COB Dean and/or Associate Dean(s) and aligned C2Hub Industry Navigators through regular meetings to support in information sharing & brainstorming regarding experiential learning and careerconnected opportunities (events workshops certifications talent pipeline funding etc.).
- Coordinate with faculty who are looking to implement the experiential projects in their courses to support in the development and implementation of projects and create a system for tracking.
- In collaboration with C2Hub Industry Navigators identify liaise with and catalogue organizations in the Denver Metropolitan area that are potential partners for experiential learning in the COB.
- Promote and potentially facilitate the implementation of experiential learning in classes department and college meetings among faculty and students.
- When requested schedule and lead an afteraction review with faculty and necessary stakeholders following an experiential learning project.
- Create a process for reengaging and future tracking of organizations that have engaged MSU Denver COB classrooms in experiential learning. Include followups for longterm efficacy of provided solutions at appropriate intervals (e.g. 3 6 9 months).
- Manage career competency related microcredentialing programs developed and administered out of the COB.
- Promote experiential learning to prospective students and in support of general recruitment efforts.
Experiential Learning Outreach and Development 20%
- In collaboration with internal COB stakeholders and the C2Hub identify and connect with forprofit nonprofit and governmental organizations in order to identify community partners ready to engage MSU Denver students.
- Collaborate with internal COB stakeholders including faculty and liaise with external partners to shape and craft potential experiential learning opportunities for students.
Data Collection Analysis and Reports 20%
- Outline through data collection current experiential learning course & departmental offerings within COB to identify gaps and develop recognition opportunities.
- In collaboration with the Experiential Learning Program Manager track student participation in high impact experiences such as internships field work research study abroad and projectbased courses through identifying key COB contacts and supporting system alignment. Highlight key trends for consideration.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university program
- Experience in university career services or higher education or within human resources recruiting or workforce development
- Technical skills to learn and use enterprise systems and departmental applications related to the position including Microsoft Office Suite
Special Conditions Requirements
Reliable transportation is required including to locations that may not be wellserved by transit. Must possess or obtain a Valid CO Drivers License in accordance with the Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles if driving a personal vehicle for university related business.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree from an accredited college or university program
- Understanding of how to use data to tell a compelling story
- Participation during schooling in experiential learning activities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to relate to network and communicate effectively with diverse constituents
- Passionate about working with college students and supporting developmental experiences
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within and across teams
- Commitment to MSU Denvers vision to build a better more equitable Colorado through innovative and transformative education
We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every preferred qualification. We are most interested in finding the candidate who will best contribute to our College and the University.
Work Hours/Type
- Fulltime
- Exempt
- Days of Week: Monday Friday; core hours are 8:00 am 5:00 pm
- Evenings and Weekend Work: Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
- Schedule: Hybrid work schedules are supported and it is anticipated that the incumbent will have a combination of days on campus of outreach in the community and potentially some remote opportunities.
- Travel: This position will involve travel in the Denver Metropolitan area. The successful candidate will need reliable transportation to locations that may not be well served by transit.
Salary for Announcement
Under Colorado law MSU Denver is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account a variety of factors including but not limited to experience skills knowledge abilities education licensure and certifications analysis of internal equity and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The anticipated hiring range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $48000 $54000.
This position is paid monthly and is eligible for MSU Denver benefits.
Instructions to Apply
Please apply by visiting our career site full consideration the following documents must be submitted:
- Resume
- Cover letter describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
- A list of three professional references and their contact information. At least one reference provided must be a supervisor (either current or former).
Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.
Deadline
Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applications received through June 7 2025 at 11:59 PM MST.
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Posting Representative
Tanya RogowskyPosting Representative Email
Benefits
The Universitys benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical vision and dental free RTD pass tuition reimbursement as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans retirement plans and other programs such as accessto a longterm disability (LTD) MSU Denversbenefits websiteto learn more.
For a brief overview please see: University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at.
Background Checks
Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty staff students and visitors. To Assist in achieving that goal we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.
Diversity Statement
Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique accessoriented campus community that values diversity equity and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.
We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students faculty and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
