Associate Director, Student Affairs (17124)

Job ID: 5079

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Position Vacancy Announcement

Florida A&M University’s Career and Professional Development Center (CPDC) is pleased to announce the
acceptance of qualified applications for the Associate Director of Career Pathways & Experiential Learning
vacancy.

Responsibilities

Oversee the deployment of high-quality services that improve and increase student access to job and
internship related coaching (resume assistance, networking and interviewing, etc.); Independently and collaboratively oversee and/or
directly develop student programs, seminars, and/or career conversations around relevant career topics; Lead career coaching initiatives,
including program schedules, walk-in coaching services, campus partner relationships, and other tasks based on functional area of
responsibility; Increase the visibility and support of the coaching services, enhance existing services, conduct research or benchmarking
with institutions to identify best practices, and develop and present career-related topics to various audiences; Create innovative new
programs and approaches and revise traditional ones to meet the current career needs of students and alumni; Provide students with clear and
sufficient opportunities for self-assessment as it relates to college majors and ultimately career choices; and lead and manage the Career
Fundamentals initiative, which encompasses a career readiness certificate in compliance with state law, which requires effective
communication with First Time In College students and the Academic Advising team.

Implement a comprehensive experiential
learning plan to support student, industry, and campus engagement in immersive experiential learning opportunities; Stays abreast of trends,
resources, and compliance issues and to provide leadership and guidance to direct reports to support experiential learning; Monitors the
Board of Governors’ experiential learning policy and collaborates with functional areas of the CPDC and university to provide coordinated
services; Oversees the operations of experiential learning efforts to ensure best practices are deployed and will work to incorporate
experiential learning into the student experience; Partners with academic departments to capture information related to existing
experiential learning (internships, mentorship, research, and other offerings); Develops and maintains relationships and resources with
employers, alumni, and industry partners who provide experiential learning and post-graduation opportunities for students; and coaches,
trains, and provides consultations and educational resources for students, alumni, faculty, staff and employers and to advance experiential
learning engagement and career development outcomes.

Supervise or co-supervise Career Pathway Coaches and graduate
coaching assistants to include establishing job standards; Develop direct reports to maximize their strengths and abilities to positively
impact students’ career exploration and success; Oversee the Career Peer program to include hiring, training, managing their work schedule
and providing ongoing professional development; Meet regularly with direct reports to review and discuss individual and professional
development goals and performance; Solicit feedback from staff members, stakeholders and students regarding student needs and goals for
collaboration and programming; Direct and lead assessment efforts for student learning outcomes related to coaching and experiential
learning, and that staff performance is also being evaluated and measured in or to increase quality service to students; Work with the
Office of Institutional Research to manage a dashboard related to experiential learning engagement; Plan and implement strategies to track
students’ participation in internships, research, and other experiential learning opportunities from talent acquisition professionals;
Provide accurate reports and data related to career coaching and experiential learning and stakeholder engagement; Develop collateral and
web content to highlight experiential education data for internal and external stakeholders; Coordinate with Director on monthly KPI and
annual reporting; and, special projects assigned and based on departmental, Enrollment Management, and university-led
initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in appropriate area of specialization and six years of related experience; or master’s degree in
appropriate area of specialization and four years of related experience. Certain positions within this classification may require additional
certifications as outlined in the position description.

Recommended
Competencies

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing;

Knowledge
of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations;

Ability
to provide leadership and direction in programmatic, budgetary, and operational functions;

Knowledge of the concept,
principles and practices of management;

Ability to analyze, understand and interpret policies, procedures, goals, and
objectives;

Ability to develop and implement policies, procedures, goals, and objectives;

Ability to
utilize problem solving skills;

Ability to evaluate process effectiveness and develop change or
alternatives;

Ability to strategically plan and serve as a catalyst for organizational change, cultivate a shared vision
with others, and motivate others to transfer vision into action;

Knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of
college student enegagement;

Ability to maintain and improve personal and team effectiveness, and foster change and
creativity;

Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply related University policies, procedures, principles, and
practices;

Ability to represent the University in appointed area as required; and,

Ability to
establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Preferred
Qualifications

Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in career services, student
development, or a related area, including experience supervising professional staff;

Demonstrated ability to lead,
coach, and develop a high-performing team in a fast-paced, student-centered environment;

Experience leading training and
professional development for staff, including resource and curriculum development;

Proven track record of designing,
implementing, and evaluating strategic career development initiatives and coaching programs;

Experience designing,
implementing, or overseeing experiential learning programs, including internships, co-ops, service learning, or project-based
learning;

Knowledge of current trends and best practices in experiential education, including reflection, assessment,
and high-impact practices;

Demonstrated success building and maintaining partnerships with faculty, employers, and
community organizations to expand student experiential opportunities and enhance student engagement and
outcomes;

Familiarity with internship program compliance, including risk management, academic credit, and legal
considerations;

Experience supporting underrepresented or first-generation students in gaining access to high-quality
experiential learning opportunities;

Ability to develop systems and tools to track, assess, and report on student
engagement in experiential learning;

Strong assessment and data analysis skills; ability to use data to inform strategy,
demonstrate impact, and support continuous improvement;

Familiarity with career readiness frameworks (e.g., NACE Career
Competencies) and their application in higher education settings;

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with
the ability to represent the department across campus and to senior leadership;

Exceptional communication, negotiation
and interpersonal skills in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment; and,

Ability to utilize technology in the
delivery of student programs.

Pay Plan

This is an Administrative and Professional (A&P) position.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate is subject to a
pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college
transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of
employment.

Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for
employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your
identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.

Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits
employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the
Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages
18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to
provide documentation.

How To Apply

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must
include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Self
Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records
law.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you
require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal
Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please
contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.

Schedule

As a factor of this student-facing position, occasional evening
and/or weekend work is required. Some travel may be necessary for employer visits, conferences, and
events.

Other Information

Interested
candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three (3) professional letters of reference (stating your
relationship).