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Job Description

The Experiential Learning Lead will act as the primary point of contact for the Job Locator and Development program under the US Department of Education guidelines. The Lead will work collaboratively with strategic industry partners to empower their ability to build a best-in-class experiential learning opportunity for current TSTC students. Through strong collaboration efforts between the Career Services team and TSTC faculty, Directors of Alignment, Deans, and Program Team Leads, the Lead will cultivate and maintain new and ongoing experiential learning in the workforce (i.e., internships, micro-internships, coops, apprenticeships, etc) for current students across all campuses. The Lead will create and maintain metrics and efficient, functional processes for the success and efficacy of the program.

Hiring Salary is $49,084.31 USD Annual.
The final salary offer will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
Equivalent combination of education, training and relevant professional experience will be considered.

Essential Functions

Employee will demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students and members of the community.

Program Oversight 

Serve as the primary point of contact for the JLD program, ensuring compliance with US Department of Education guidelines and reporting needs to TSTC Financial Aid.

Develop and implement strategies to expand student experiential learning opportunities within the program.

Project Enhancement

Lead process improvement efforts by developing and refining administrative workflows, resources, and materials to enhance the experiential learning experience for students, employers, and faculty.

Coordinate user-friendly guides, training materials, and communication tools to streamline engagement, improve efficiency, and ensure a seamless experience for all stakeholders.

Experiential Learning Expert 

Cultivate and maintain best-in-class experiential learning resources and materials for industry partners and TSTC stakeholders.

Act as a resource broker for technical education and experiential learning in the workforce.

Relationship Management

Maximize new or current industry partnerships by working with employers to create or enhance high-quality experiential learning opportunities (internships, micro-internships, co-ops, apprenticeships, etc.).

Collaborate with Career Services, Faculty, Directors of Alignment, Deans, and Program Team Leads to align employer needs with academic programs.

Act as a liaison between TSTC and the students and employers in the program to facilitate seamless connections and experiential learning placements.

Data Tracking and Program Assessment

Establish and maintain key performance metrics to assess program success and effectiveness.

Compile and analyze data on student placements, employer participation, and program outcomes to drive continuous improvement.

Stakeholder Engagement

Builds and maintains effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels to achieve shared goals and foster a culture of success.

Education, Experience, & Skills

Required Qualifications

One year of required experience in Industry Relations, Career Services, or Higher Education. 

Two years of required experience in customer relationship management.  

Two years of required experience in continuous process improvement and customer satisfaction.

Career Services: Understand employer/HR Manager hiring and workforce needs and expectations, as well as industry trends, market demands, and emerging fields

Knowledge of Higher Education: Strong understanding of higher education and workforce development landscape.

Project Management: Project management, multi-tasking, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks, manage competing deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment.