About the role
Current Xavier University employees must apply to the internal career site by logging into Workday
Assistant Director of Experiential Learning
Xavier University is seeking a dedicated and mission-driven Assistant Director of Experiential Learning. The work of the Assistant Director is to develop and support a program of high-impact, transformational, experiential learning opportunities for students. The work includes program management and development, internal and external communications, data collection, and internal and external reporting.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide leadership in the development, implementation and maintenance of high-impact experiential learning opportunities;
- Serve as the primary point of contact for faculty, staff, and off-campus partners, which encompasses resolving and answering any questions and interpreting policies associated with participation in an experiential learning opportunity;
- Establish and maintain internal policies and procedures in alignment with university efforts to promote and expand awareness and participation in high-impact experiential learning opportunities;
- Promote and expand awareness and participation in quality experiential learning opportunities to students and establish relationships with the staff, faculty, and both on and off-campus community partners;
- Maintain tracking database, collection of experiential opportunities, and other relevant engagement for statistical reporting;
- Advise students on internship/experiential education preparation and search; and
- Develop and facilitate workshops to help students secure, succeed in, and reflect upon their experiences.
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required
- Master’s degree preferred in Higher Education, Business, Counseling, or related field
- 1-3 years of related experience
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse populations
- To ensure consideration, qualified/interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume on Xavier University’s website. Review of applications will start on
- August 31, 2026 and will be accepted until the position closes at the University’s discretion.
- Candidates selected for the final stages of the interview process will be asked to provide the names and contact information of three professional references.
- Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts. Guided by our mission and values , we welcome and support members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We unreservedly commit to open and free inquiry, deliberately seek out
-
Benefits - applies only to full-time positions:
Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class:
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
- Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
- Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave and holidays.
- Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.