Coordinator, Sr., Experiential Learning Programs

Job Profile

Student Activities and Engagement Specialist 4

Job Family

Student Activities and Engagement

Time Type

Full time

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:
Provides strategic guidance to other student activities and engagement specialists and external stakeholders to design and implement complex student activities and engagement initiatives.

Job Description

The Senior Coordinator for Experiential Learning Programs provides leadership and oversight for a portfolio of co-curricular and experiential learning initiatives that strengthen student engagement, belonging, professional development, and connection to the Fulton Schools of Engineering. The incumbent in this role will primarily work with the Grand Challenges Scholars Program, Engineering Projects in Community Service, and the Fulton Accelerate Community Engagement programs. The position also includes responsibilities spanning the Student Success and Engagement team related to project management, assessment, evaluation, and reporting.

The position is responsible for managing multiple programs and initiatives, coordinating faculty and stakeholder partnerships, supervising professional and student staff, and leading efforts related to assessment, continuous improvement, and strategic growth. The Senior Coordinator serves as a leader within Student Success and Engagement and is responsible for advancing college priorities through effective project management, implementation, and collaboration.

As a member of the Student Success and Engagement team, the coordinator, Sr. supports essential duties within E2 Camp, a cornerstone retention initiative. E2 camp is held in Prescott, Arizona, during July and August annually. This individual will be required to travel to and participate in leadership of E2 for approximately 10 days (not consecutive), which will be decided in conjunction with the individual hired.

Position Salary Range

• $58,000 - $64,000 per year; DOE

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Programmatic Leadership

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for a portfolio of experiential learning programs and initiatives

• Establish annual priorities, goals, implementation plans, and success measures aligned with college and Student Success and Engagement priorities

• Monitor participation, engagement, and program outcomes to inform decision-making and continuous improvement

• Lead program planning, resource management, communications, and implementation efforts across the portfolio

• Cultivate and strengthen partnerships with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders

• Evaluate opportunities for program enhancement, growth, and new experiential learning initiatives that support student engagement, belonging, and professional development

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Project Implementation

• Lead project management and implementation efforts across experiential learning programs and the Student Success and Engagement team

• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and deliverables to ensure successful execution of priorities and initiatives

• Serve as a resource for project planning, implementation, and continuous improvement

• Identify and address risks, barriers, and opportunities to improve efficiency, scalability, and operational effectiveness

• Coordinate cross-functional efforts supporting college and university priorities

Assessment and Continuous Improvement

• Lead assessment and evaluation efforts across Student Success and Engagement, ensuring consistent measurement of program outcomes and impact

• Analyze participation, engagement, and outcome data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement

• Develop reports, presentations, and recommendations that support strategic planning and resource allocation

• Identify opportunities to improve program effectiveness, student outcomes, and operational performance

• Promote a culture of data-informed decision-making, assessment, and accountability across the team

Staff Leadership and Development

• Supervise professional and student staff

• Establish performance expectations and provide ongoing coaching

• Support staff development and leadership growth

• Delegate responsibilities effectively while maintaining accountability for outcomes

• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement

Partnership Development

• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with faculty, academic units, university partners, industry representatives, and community organizations

• Serve as a liaison between Student Success and Engagement and partner units

• Facilitate collaboration across decentralized teams and stakeholder groups

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Desired Qualifications

Demonstrated experience with:

• Leading multiple programs, initiatives, or projects simultaneously

• Managing complex projects from planning through implementation

• Building partnerships with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders

• Supervising and developing employees and/or student staff

• Using data and assessment to evaluate effectiveness and support decision-making

• Supporting student engagement, experiential learning, student success, or related initiatives

• Higher education program management

Department Statement

At the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, we are delivering a world-class learning experience for our students and advancing research and innovation — all at scale . The Fulton Schools research enterprise leads use-inspired research and key national initiatives, including the Southwest Advanced Prototyping Hub, accelerating microelectronics and workforce development for the Department of Defense. We also lead the Electrified Processes for Industry Without Carbon Clean Energy Manufacturing Institute, supported by the Department of Energy, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and strengthen manufacturing. Additionally, we lead an NSF Engineering Research Center developing sustainable civil infrastructure and partner with another ERC advancing clean water technology.

The Fulton Schools hosts numerous research centers that leverage faculty expertise to drive engineering innovation and entrepreneurship across four interdisciplinary impact areas: Climate Technology Solutions, Competitive Manufacturing in an Advanced Economy, National and Economic Security, and Technology-Enhanced Health and Medicine. Our faculty are achieving excellence at scale, positioning the Fulton Schools among the nation’s top engineering colleges for invention disclosures, U.S. patents, and startups.

We are an engineering school on the rise at the nation’s most innovative university, situated in the heart of its fastest-growing metropolitan area. The breadth of our faculty’s research interests and interdisciplinary approach, along with over 55+ graduate and 28 undergraduate degree programs, creates a strong foundation for collaboration and the advancement of ideas that contribute to a more sustainable and livable global future.

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The Fulton Schools of Engineering is driven by core values that define our approach, distinguish our practice, and guide daily decisions in academics, research, corporate partnerships, and entrepreneurship. These values shape how we recognize, reward, and communicate success. At the Fulton Schools of Engineering, we:

• Cultivate excellence.

• Deliver innovation that matters.

• Encourage bold thinking.

• Foster a community of learning and collaboration.

• Build a foundation for all to be successful.

Driving Requirement

Driving is not required for this position.

Location

Campus: Tempe

Funding

No Federal Funding
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