Program Manager, Experiential Learning

About Us

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!

Location (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.

Job Summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Supervises and supports assigned staff to ensure effective program delivery, high-quality service, and achievement of departmental goals
• Develops and maintains relationships with employers, community partners, and campus stakeholders to expand experiential learning opportunities and support student career development
• Collaborates with academic colleges, faculty, and campus partners to promote experiential learning opportunities and support student access across disciplines
• May serve as instructor of record for internship, cooperative education, career development, or experiential learning courses, as appropriate

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• Experience: Three (3) years of related work experience
• Other Requirements: Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
• Abilities: 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

Knowledge, Skills & 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 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

USG Core Values

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Background Check

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.