Technical Specialist - Applied Learning and Advisory Committee Liaison (PA)

About the role

The Technical Specialist-Applied Learning and Advisory Committee Liaison, 10-months, reports directly to the Associate Provost of Academic Innovation and Learning Resources. This position works closely with the Technical Specialist – Applied Learning on development and oversight of Applied Learning opportunities and program advisory committees. They collaborate with academic departments and programs on development, placement and evaluation of applied learning experience.

Responsibilities

• Takes the lead on coordinating department/program advisory committee meetings, communication and reports.
• Collaborates specifically with the Social Science and Nursing Departments on applied learning experiences.
• Acts as a liaison with all program-level advisory committees on campus to ensure our applied learning experiences align with the advisory board’s recommendations.
• Works closely with the Technical Specialist for Applied Learning on intake and development of college-wide applied learning processes.
• Collaborates with stakeholders at all levels across campus to work on applied learning/internships-related initiatives and projects.
• Works closely with Social Science Department to ensure Human Services and Chemical Dependency Counseling students find appropriate internship opportunities and support them through the process.
• Buils and maintains the Nursing Clinical placements database, gather needed documentation, and communicates with and responds to all stakeholders during the process.
• Enters information in to applied learning database and ensures accuracy of database of applied learning/internship courses.
• Works with departments to coordinate advisory committees' meetings on a regular basis, including securing location, invitations, etc.
• Ensures that accurate minutes are taken and monitors outcomes to ensure alignment between industry and curriculum.
• Develops and executes applied learning/advisory board events that seek to showcase FLCC students and their applied learning experiences while also ensuring that industry partners are recognized for their contributions.
• Develops and delivers FYE and FYS presentations around applied learning opportunities and career exploration.
• Represents Finger Lakes Community College at the SUNY level by participating in local, regional and State conferences related to Applied Learning & Internships.
• Works closely with industry partners to ensure the continuation of these important relationships.

Qualifications

• Educational Background: Bachelor of Art or Science degree required.
• Special Skills: Minimum of two-year professional work in a college setting, preferably in a community college. Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders to develop, oversee and monitor applied learning opportunities for FLCC students. Experience and demonstrated capacity for working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. Strong oral and written communication skills, organizational and human relations skills required. Ability to work respectfully with confidential information and make referrals as appropriate. Microsoft office and database management skills required. Experience within offices of career, internships, applied learning and/or volunteer settings preferred.