College of Charleston
Assistant Director for Career Development and Experiential Learning (Re-Announcement)
🇺🇸 Charleston, SC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $44K - $49K
💻 Academic Advising
🗓️ August 5th, 2025
FERPA
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College of Charleston is hiring an Assistant Director for Career Development and Experiential Learning. This role oversees experiential learning programs focusing on internships, provides career coaching to students and recent alumni, and collaborates with campus partners to deliver career readiness services through workshops, events, and presentations.
Highlights
- Oversee designated experiential learning programs, including internships, internship awards, and certificate programs.
- Provide individual and group career coaching to undergraduate, graduate students, and recent alumni within one year post-graduation.
- Develop content and facilitate career readiness workshops, presentations, and events.
- Manage student account data in Handshake and assist with departmental administrative and assessment activities.
- Proficiency in career development, student services, experiential learning, and knowledge of FERPA regulations required.
- Preferred skills include assessment interpretation, database management, and strong presentation abilities.
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, Student Development, or Counseling preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in career development or higher education.
- Salary range: $43,740 to $49,000, commensurate with education and experience.
- Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, and employee assistance programs.
Assistant Director for Career Development and Experiential Learning (Re-Announcement) Full Description
Assistant Director for Career Development and Experiential Learning (Re-Announcement)
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.
Posting Details
POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title | Assistant Director for Career Development and Experiential Learning (Re-Announcement)
Position Type | Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration | Non-Faculty
Pay Band | 5
Level | 3
Department | Career Center
Job Purpose | Assistant Director for Career Development and Experiential Learning is an integral member of the Career Development team supporting career education and experiential learning initiatives within the Career Center. This role primarily oversees designated experiential learning programs, with a focus on internships. Assistant Director for Career Development and Experiential Learning also provides career coaching to current students, from freshmen to graduate level, as well as recent alumni within one-year post-graduation. Additionally, the Assistant Director assists with content development to support career planning and preparation. Collaboration with campus partners is essential, and the role involves offering a variety of career readiness services to students through workshops, presentations, events, tabling, drop-in hours, and marketing efforts.
Minimum Requirements | Education: Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, Student Development, or Counseling is preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years experience in career development, higher education or related student services. Experience in planning and assessing career or experiential learning programs is essential. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Knowledge of career services, student development, experiential learning (with a primary focus on internships), and higher education practices required. Experience overseeing student-centered programming a must. Knowledge of experiential education, internship, co-op and similar programming a must. Strong understanding of individual and group counseling practices, with strict adherence to FERPA privacy regulations, a must. Ability to handle information and data and write reports preferred. Assessment and database experience is preferred. Ability to interpret career development assessment instruments is preferred. Strong presentation skills preferred.
Additional Comments Regarding Position | Must have the availability and willingness to assist Career Center staff with programs and events both on and off campus year-round. The position involves occasional evenings, weekends, and special project work as needed. May be required to travel overnight to in-state and out-of-state locations for professional conferences and meetings.
Special Instructions to Applicants | Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.
Salary | *$43,740-$49,000
Posting Date | 08/04/2025
Closing Date | 08/25/2025
Benefits | Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision Life Insurance Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental Retirement Long Term Disability Paid Holidays Free CARTA Bus Service Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Full Benefits Package – Click Here
Open Until Filled | No
Posting Number | 2025061
EEO Statement | The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/16683
Position Type | Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration | Non-Faculty
Pay Band | 5
Level | 3
Department | Career Center
Job Purpose | Assistant Director for Career Development and Experiential Learning is an integral member of the Career Development team supporting career education and experiential learning initiatives within the Career Center. This role primarily oversees designated experiential learning programs, with a focus on internships. Assistant Director for Career Development and Experiential Learning also provides career coaching to current students, from freshmen to graduate level, as well as recent alumni within one-year post-graduation. Additionally, the Assistant Director assists with content development to support career planning and preparation. Collaboration with campus partners is essential, and the role involves offering a variety of career readiness services to students through workshops, presentations, events, tabling, drop-in hours, and marketing efforts.
Minimum Requirements | Education: Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, Student Development, or Counseling is preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years experience in career development, higher education or related student services. Experience in planning and assessing career or experiential learning programs is essential. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Knowledge of career services, student development, experiential learning (with a primary focus on internships), and higher education practices required. Experience overseeing student-centered programming a must. Knowledge of experiential education, internship, co-op and similar programming a must. Strong understanding of individual and group counseling practices, with strict adherence to FERPA privacy regulations, a must. Ability to handle information and data and write reports preferred. Assessment and database experience is preferred. Ability to interpret career development assessment instruments is preferred. Strong presentation skills preferred.
Additional Comments Regarding Position | Must have the availability and willingness to assist Career Center staff with programs and events both on and off campus year-round. The position involves occasional evenings, weekends, and special project work as needed. May be required to travel overnight to in-state and out-of-state locations for professional conferences and meetings.
Special Instructions to Applicants | Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.
Salary | *$43,740-$49,000
Posting Date | 08/04/2025
Closing Date | 08/25/2025
Benefits | Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision Life Insurance Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental Retirement Long Term Disability Paid Holidays Free CARTA Bus Service Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Full Benefits Package – Click Here
Open Until Filled | No
Posting Number | 2025061
EEO Statement | The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/16683
Job Duties
Activity | Engage with undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent alumni (within one-year post-graduation) to guide them in making informed career decisions. Facilitate student learning and student success by assisting students to secure internships, assisting with job searches and/or graduate/professional school admission. Offer tips and strategies on application materials (resumes, cover letters, statements of purpose) and navigating the search process, while honing their interview and networking skills. Support students in exploring career direction and guiding them in the use and interpretation of various career assessments, such as FOCUS 2 Career. Address complex issues related to the transition to post-college life as related to career readiness and support students in enhancing their professional development skills. Provide these services through individual and occasional group career coaching appointments or group meetings.
Essential or Marginal | Essential
Percent of Time | 40Activity | Oversee several departmental experiential learning initiatives (internship and co-op) to assist students in securing appropriate opportunities that enhance their academic experience, increase student success and develop essential life and career skills. Facilitate the Career Center Internship Award (CCIA) program, including marketing and recruiting students, overseeing the applicant selection process, providing one-on-one advising sessions, organizing group cohort meetings and professional development seminars, and processing award paperwork. Administer the Certificate Internship Program (CIP) to support students who are not eligible to receive academic credit and offer a means for the College to officially recognize the associated internship. Manage the W.N. Looper Award (Washington, D.C. internship award), per the requirements set forth by the award founder, including marketing and recruiting qualified students, assisting with the application process, and processing award paperwork. Complete the annual federal state labor report, to ensure worker’s compensation coverage with Budgeting and Payroll Services for the College. Support the Executive Director of the Career Center in efforts regarding legal matters associated with experiential learning as well as assessment associated with experiential learning.
Essential or Marginal | Essential
Percent of Time | 30Activity | Serve department as both a secondary lead for Career Coaching Drop-In Hours and a career readiness workshop/presentation facilitator and content developer. The position fills in as needed to support the Peer Career Advisors (PCA’s). The position is on a rotation with the members of the Career Development Team to cover workshop/presentation requests from faculty, staff, and student organizations, as well as representing the department at family sessions during summer orientation, as a presenter. Collaborates within the department and across the campus to develop events and tabling initiatives to serve all student populations/all majors.
Essential or Marginal | Essential
Percent of Time | 25Activity | Assist Career Center with various office administrative tasks as needed including, but not limited to, student account management in Handshake, survey creation and implementation, data collection for assessment, annual report, and accreditation needs. Support Career Center sponsored events and strategic planning for department. Participates in relevant local, regional, and national organizations and professional associations, staff and team meetings and professional development activities. Serves as a representative of the Career Center to all departmental constituencies, as needed.
Essential or Marginal | Essential
Percent of Time | 5
Essential or Marginal | Essential
Percent of Time | 40Activity | Oversee several departmental experiential learning initiatives (internship and co-op) to assist students in securing appropriate opportunities that enhance their academic experience, increase student success and develop essential life and career skills. Facilitate the Career Center Internship Award (CCIA) program, including marketing and recruiting students, overseeing the applicant selection process, providing one-on-one advising sessions, organizing group cohort meetings and professional development seminars, and processing award paperwork. Administer the Certificate Internship Program (CIP) to support students who are not eligible to receive academic credit and offer a means for the College to officially recognize the associated internship. Manage the W.N. Looper Award (Washington, D.C. internship award), per the requirements set forth by the award founder, including marketing and recruiting qualified students, assisting with the application process, and processing award paperwork. Complete the annual federal state labor report, to ensure worker’s compensation coverage with Budgeting and Payroll Services for the College. Support the Executive Director of the Career Center in efforts regarding legal matters associated with experiential learning as well as assessment associated with experiential learning.
Essential or Marginal | Essential
Percent of Time | 30Activity | Serve department as both a secondary lead for Career Coaching Drop-In Hours and a career readiness workshop/presentation facilitator and content developer. The position fills in as needed to support the Peer Career Advisors (PCA’s). The position is on a rotation with the members of the Career Development Team to cover workshop/presentation requests from faculty, staff, and student organizations, as well as representing the department at family sessions during summer orientation, as a presenter. Collaborates within the department and across the campus to develop events and tabling initiatives to serve all student populations/all majors.
Essential or Marginal | Essential
Percent of Time | 25Activity | Assist Career Center with various office administrative tasks as needed including, but not limited to, student account management in Handshake, survey creation and implementation, data collection for assessment, annual report, and accreditation needs. Support Career Center sponsored events and strategic planning for department. Participates in relevant local, regional, and national organizations and professional associations, staff and team meetings and professional development activities. Serves as a representative of the Career Center to all departmental constituencies, as needed.
Essential or Marginal | Essential
Percent of Time | 5
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- CofC - Alumni Career Services
- College of Charleston Website
- Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
- Glassdoor
- Handshake
- HigherEdJobs
- Indeed.com
- Internal Job Posting
- jbcjobs (Joint Base Charleston Military & Family Readiness)
- Job Fair
- Monster.com
- Personal Referral
- Post and Courier
- Public Job Posting
- SC Works (SC Department of Employment and Workforce)
- Word of mouth
- Other
- The Society for College and University Planning
- DiversityJobs.com (Circa)
- National Labor Exchange
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter / Letter of Application
- Reference List
Optional Documents
- Other Document
- Other Document 2
- Other Document 3
- Form DD 214
Email: jobs@cofc.edu
General Information: 843.953.5512
Mailing Address: 66 George St.
Charleston, SC 29424
General Information: 843.953.5512
Mailing Address: 66 George St.
Charleston, SC 29424
HR Office 160 Calhoun St.
Lightsey Building B36
Charleston, SC 29424
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