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University of Tennessee, Knoxville · 3 days ago

Experiential Learning and Professional Development Coordinator, Baker School - UTK

Knoxville, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$56K/yr - $60K/yr

1+ years exp

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is seeking an Experiential Learning and Professional Development Coordinator to support career readiness initiatives for students in the Baker School. The role involves planning programs and events, advising students, and preparing them for internships and professional opportunities in public service.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversee the Baker School Professional Mentoring Program for undergraduate and graduate students by managing the application process, matching students and alumni, and curating training materials

Develop and maintain printed and digital career resources tailored to Baker School students in collaboration with the Communications team

Co-organize the Public Policy Networking Fair each spring

Provide drop-in career advising for Baker School undergraduate and graduate students weekly during the semester and appointments as needed

Coordinate all pre-law preparation efforts, including an LSAT study group for the Baker School; collaborate with the College of Arts and Sciences on pre-law initiatives

Prepare graduate and undergraduate students for their required internship experiences by conducting workshops and one-on-one meetings

Cultivate and maintain a deep understanding of the public service industry and job market through continuous learning; serve as an expert for students

Assist the Assistant Director of Student Experience in preparing students for experiential learning and travel programs, such as Washington Fellows, Tennessee Legislative Internship Program, Washington Internship Program, Local Government Interns, Institute Fellows, and Undergraduate Research

Assist the Assistant Director of Graduate Operations in cultivating new capstone projects and internship sites

Establish and maintain a college-wide tracking system for experiential learning and career outcomes collection, providing the Director of Student Success with key insights on student learning and program outcomes. Share data with CCDAE

Oversee the Baker School Small Group series, organizing 2-3 events with alumni and distinguished guest speakers each semester

Develop and oversee the professional development component of the Baker School student worker program

Serve as point of contact for the Center for Career Development and Academic Exploration, the Jones Center for Leadership and Service, and the Office of Undergraduate Research, Fellowships, and Service Learning

Qualification

Master’s DegreeEvent PlanningCareer DevelopmentComputer SkillsInterpersonal SkillsEmployment TrendsCommunication SkillsRelationship Building

Required

Master's Degree, any field

Strong interpersonal skills, including oral, written, and listening communication capabilities

Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate events and programs

Strong computer skills

One academic year of experience working in higher education, human resources/recruiting, or government and public service (could include graduate assistantships or part-time work)

Preferred

Experience working with college students in a setting related to career development, experiential learning, or student success

Knowledge of employment trends, job search strategies, career development theories, best practices, and resources

Ability to build relationships across populations, internal and external to the University

Company

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

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As the state’s land grant, research-intensive institution, the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is a university that leads.

Founded in 1794

Knoxville, TN, US

10001+ employees

https://www.utk.edu

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