Program & Experiential Learning Coordinator

The Program & Experiential Learning Coordinator for the College of Business provides professional level administrative and operational support to the College of Business (COB) Career Development Center and the Sport Management Program. The position manages or assists with the internal functioning of both offices, and assists with the implementation of goals and objectives of the College of Business Career Development Center and the Sport Management Program in various manners. The position is responsible for coordinating student internships and experiential learning opportunities, event planning, day-to-day operations, and administering a variety of projects and COB activities. Some evenings and weekends may be required. Other duties as assigned.

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS)  is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system and is home to over 9,500 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students. The AACSB International accredited College of Business enrolls approximately 2,000 students annually. The College of Business offers comprehensive undergraduate degrees, select master’s degrees, and professional programs that emphasize principle-based ethical decision making. 

Colorado Springs  (pop. 450K+) is situated at the base of Pikes Peak, offers many recreational and cultural activities and was recently ranked by U.S. News & World Report  as one of the top Best Places to Live in the U.S.
Job Duties:

• Experiential Learning Coordination.
  • Identifies and matches College of Business students to experiential learning opportunities (internships, part- or full-time employment, volunteer positions, etc.). 
  • Assists employers with understanding UCCS vetting process for campus- and/or department approved job board(s), and aids in posting experiential learning or employment opportunities on said board(s) and/or distributes opportunities for EComm when appropriate for students to review and apply.
  • Counsels and mentors students before, during, and after experiential learning opportunities.
  • Processes all applications and evaluations for experiential learning for credit and ROAR Experiential Learning experiences received from students, as well as employer verifications, for all College of Business students and maintain accurate records of the status of all student internships for the purposes of department in OnBase or other tracking systems for AACSB, SARA, and any other regulated reporting streams.
  • Assists with the facilitation of unpaid experiential learning grant program through application review, approval/denial process, and assists with processing requests for disbursement as needed.
  • Develops and maintains a network of organizations (and community members) to support experiential learning opportunities.
  • Educates students and employers about the benefits and requirements of internships and experiential learning that will foster rigorous learning in a professional setting.
  • When and if necessary, evaluates each experiential learning site before, during, and after an internship has been completed.
  • Helps prepare students for experiential learning opportunities. This may include meeting with students for resume review or interview skills training as necessary, with primary focus on SPTM students.
     
• Organizes and coordinates projects and events.
  • Responsible for event planning, marketing, and management, to include venue selection, technology support, catering, promotions, EComm, registrations, and necessary procurement for career workshops and events.
  • Travels and attends offsite career focused events (e.g. speaker panels and recruiting, community, and other career-related networking events) as College of Business representative.
     
• Plans and coordinates scheduling, budgeting, and administrative tasks.
  • Assists with the day-to-day administrative and operational activities of the Career Development Center.
  • Helps facilitate procurement that requires a purchase order.
  • Assists with the implementation of goals and objectives of the Career Development Center and the COB.
  • Helps interpret policies, directives, rules, and regulations for experiential learning issues raised by students, staff, and faculty, and provide background briefing to respective leadership in relation to these issues.
  • Represents the COB in appropriate professional and community settings.

Job Competencies:

• High level of integrity and ethics.    
• Positive, enthusiastic, and caring attitude.   
• Strong interpersonal skills to include excellent written and verbal communications. 
• Ability to work with diverse populations in a multi-cultural environment that is committed to diversity and equality in education.
• Manage various objectives, projects, and groups to make judgment on prioritizing and time.
• Ability to compile data and prepare reports.
• Knowledge of project planning and development. Ability to meet project deadlines.
• Knowledge of event management and the ability to plan, organize, execute, and coordinate events.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and other commonly used software programs applicable to business operations. 
• Ability to perform assigned responsibilities with minimal to moderate supervision.
• Ability to generate and maintain productive relationships with internal and external partners.

This position has been determined to be exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

What We Offer

Salary Range: Generally starting at $39,544 - $51,025 per year.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid vacation and time off, and a tuition benefit. Information on university benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at http://www.cu.edu/employee-services . Total compensation goes beyond the value on the paycheck.  Please consider reviewing the Total Compensation page at Total Compensation Calculators | University of Colorado .

Tentative Search Timeline:

• Complete applications received by 5:00 PM Mountain Time on September 30, 2021 (Thursday) will receive full consideration.
• The potential dates for interviews with the search committee will be October 15 & 18, 2021. 
• The potential dates for interviews with the supervisor and appointing authority will be October 25, 2021.
• The potential employee start date is mid to late November 2021.

The University of Colorado is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living, and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check and a sex-offender check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history check.

UCCS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation or political philosophy in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the Office of Human Resources at (719) 255-3372.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical and environmental demands.

Applicants with disabilities: If you have a mental or physical impairment, which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations for testing or interviewing, it is your responsibility to notify the office scheduling the interview or test at least 3 working days before the interview or test date. If you need special accommodations at the work site, you must notify the appointing authority or Human Resources.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completed Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• At least two (2) years of clerical of administrative experience. 
• At least one (1) year of professional event planning experience (for example, as a job duty of a current or previous position). 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with faculty, staff, and students in a traditional university setting.
• Experience with student internships.
• Experience with campus information systems and reporting tools (e.g. PeopleSoft, Concur Travel & Expense System).
• Experience working in the career development and/or sport management field.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. 
• Employee is occasionally required to move.
• Tasks may involve using a computer screen continuously for long periods of time
• Ability to type on a keyboard and use a mouse continuously for long periods of time.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.