Work-Based Learning Manager

Job Description

The Career & Internship Center has an outstanding opportunity for a Work-Based Learning Manager to join their team.

About this Opportunity

Reporting to the Associate Director for Employer & Community Connections the Work-Based Learning Manager is responsible for leading the centers efforts to help students build the experience they need for career success. This is accomplished by managing specialized programs; educating employers; supporting campus partners who work with interns and student employees; producing content to inform and inspire various stakeholders; and using data and best practice research to propose new initiatives.

This role will serve on the UW Seattle campus and is eligible for up to 40% (2 days) of telework per week depending on staff employer and student needs but will work mostly in-person during the initial training period. The salary information provided below is for a full-time position.

Key Responsibilities

Work-Based Learning Program Management (50%)

• Manage all aspects of several specialized programs that run concurrently such as the Campus Internship Development Fund Public Service Internship Award Accessible Futures Project-Based Learning Cohort and other programs as they emerge.

• Recruit select onboard and support managers and students through ongoing communication.

• Make fiscal proposals track expenditures brainstorm solutions for disbursement challenges and partner with unit administrator on timely transactions.

• Track participant info total participation time participant outcomes and other relevant metrics.

• Evaluate programs suggest enhancements and create annual reports.

• Design launch and evaluate new programs deemed feasible for helping Huskies build skills and experience.

Consultation & Training (25%)

• Facilitate employer webinars on effective intern recruitment hiring onboarding and management.

• Facilitate webinars for UW staff on effective recruitment and management of student employees.

• Reach out to managers of student employees to suggest ways to support student career readiness.

• Provide consultation to employers wanting to start or enhance an internship program.

• Assist academic departments in supporting their students internship needs.

• In partnership with UWs Community Engagement & Leadership Education Center co-facilitate Gen St 350 an asynchronous online internship reflection course.

Content Creation & Maintenance (25%)

• Maintain related web pages such as but not limited to the Internship Advice page Create an Internship page On-Campus Student Employment page and specialized work-based learning program pages.

• Create new content such as web pages handouts infographics videos blog posts and social media ideas to educate students and employers about work-based learning. Revise resources regularly.

• Evaluate current and new vendors that help students build experience; manage vendor relationships; create and periodically refresh their web presence on our site.

• Solicit develop and post intern success profiles.

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Department.

• Bachelors degree

• 2 years of educational program management experience

Additional Qualifications

• Keen attention to details - written and numerical.

• Intermediate or higher proficiency with spreadsheet software.

• Ability to manage multiple deadline driven projects simultaneously.

• Experience facilitating virtual and in-person presentations with adults.

• Skill in producing brief educational content such as webpages or infographics.

• Experience conceiving of new programs or solutions to meet identified needs.

• Ability to communicate clearly concisely and professionally in writing and in one-to-one settings.

• Ability to plan work effectively manage time and meet deadlines.

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Genuine desire to seek receive and implement feedback from others.

• Proficiency in utilizing computer applications and online platforms (i.e. MS Office Zoom shared cloud storage spaces databases Handshake etc.).

• Willingness to occasionally work evenings.

About the Department:

The Career & Internship Center at the University of Washington (UW) Seattle Campus assists students from all backgrounds as they explore industries and careers; learn about and develop skills for professional success; secure and reflect upon career-related experiences; articulate their skills and experience to others; and launch post-graduation plans. For more about what our center does and how we do it visit Benefits and Position Details

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.