Coord Exp Lrng & Engagement at University of South Florida Libraries

Sarasota, FL, United States

• Job Identification 42154
• Job Category Academic
• Posting Date 11/20/2025, 05:38 PM
• Apply Before 12/25/2025, 05:38 PM
• Degree Level Master's Degree
• Locations 8350 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL, 34243, US
• Hiring Salary 47000-52000
• Essential Personnel No
  
  

Job Description

The Coordinator of Experiential Learning & Engagement on the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus coordinates, manages, and implements Career Coaching, Experiential Learning Programming, such as internships, student employment, educational programs and events, and other opportunities. This position facilitates employer engagement to assist with recruitment and ensure strategic partnerships, signature programs, key employer relationships, new initiatives, internship opportunities, and externally sponsored activities, foster new and expand existing relationships across the university and beyond based upon a culture of trust, collaboration and execution, and value creation. The role will assist students in preparing professionally and coordinates career fairs, graduate, school fairs, on campus interview and other career programs.

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinate, manage, and implement Career Coaching, Experiential Learning Programming, such as the Internship, student employment, and events, and internship programs; Maintain effective processes and data systems in support of programming; assist with the leadership of experiential learning events and activities; Provide back-up support for HIP course review as part of GenEd Council course approval process.

Collaborate with the Campus Director to facilitate employer engagement, student recruitment, and ensure strategic partnerships, signature programs, key employer relationships, new initiatives, internship opportunities, and externally sponsored activities foster new and expand existing relationships across the university and beyond based upon a culture of trust, collaboration and execution, and value creation.

Assist students in preparing professionally, using career tools and planning for experiential opportunities (e.g., CPT eligibility, workshops, training, etc.); provide/develop student/faculty information, resources, and support for experiential learning High-Impact Practices (e.g., badging program, ePortfolio, Engaged Student Employment, etc.); support/guide campus and community constituents and employers in accessing or navigating experiential learning programming and resources

Partner with other university departments and offices to aid student access to student employment, experiential learning programs, events, and activities; assist departments in scheduling Career Center provided workshops and programs for the Career Readiness Badging Program and expand implementation of High-Impact Educational Practices and the Engaged Student Employment Program. Coordinates logistical and administrative support for career fairs, graduate school fairs, on campus interviews, and career programs. Utilizes technologies for registration, check-in and follow-up surveys.

Deliver effective and engaging presentations and workshops to faculty/staff, students, and the community on career readiness topics. Audiences may be students, faculty, academic advisors, or outside community members. Professional presentations at local, state, regional, and national conferences are strongly supported and encouraged. Keep accurate data and records on students served, presentations, and other career events. Maintaining confidentiality in keeping with the FERPA and Student Affairs professional standards is a requirement.

Support the overall success of Career Center as indicated or needed. Serves on or leads various committees/workgroups/etc. on a team, department, division, or campus-wide level as indicated. Represents Career Center in meetings on- or off-campus, and at professional conferences/meetings as needed. Assists with Career Center events and activities, and performs other duties as requested and required.

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM: The position requires a Master's degree in Career Counseling, Career Education, College Student Affairs, MBA or related field or a Bachelor's degree in those same fields with a minimum of two years of directly related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of student and development theories, implementation of high-impact educational
• practices, educational best practices, client record management, and job search techniques
• Experience in student and employer coaching, student and employer programming, and/or experience in a career center of a college/university or working with students in a higher education setting, or relevant role interfacing with students and employers.
• Knowledge of labor market trends, and state/federal labor laws related to the recruitment and hiring process
• Knowledge of relationship management with diverse stakeholders
• Proficiency in standard office applications/software, and the demonstrated ability to utilize computer applications
• and databases, manage data, spreadsheets, and documents, and create reports for the execution of work responsibilities.
• Knowledge of assessment instruments and interpretation of results
• Knowledge of experiential education theory and best practices
  
  

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

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