Coordinator - Professional Development

Job Title

Coordinator - Professional Development

Department

Political and Global Affairs
Salary

$46,448 - $57,520; commensurate with experience
Job Summary/Basic Function

Under supervision of the Department Chair, the Professional Development Coordinator will coordinate the Department's undergraduate internship and graduate practicum programs, this includes maintaining relationships with current internship providers (ex. Tennessee Legislative Internship Program, The Washington Center) and working with employers to develop new undergraduate internship and graduate practicum opportunities for our students; coordinate with PGA faculty to develop statewide, national and international internships. Develop marketing strategies to connect students to internship opportunities; develop and maintain an internship manual; create a dynamic PGA internship program website and update social media; develop and maintain an internship database. In addition, the Professional Development Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of other professional development initiatives in the Department of Political & Global Affairs, including the virtual mentoring program and (in partnership with faculty, employers, and campus partners) developing programming related to career readiness and some graduate program recruitment (possible travel). Perform other related tasks and special projects as assigned.
Required Education

A bachelor's degree in the social sciences or humanities; political science, international relations, international affairs, global studies, geography, public administration, or public policy beneficial.

Master's degree in political science, international relations, international affairs, global studies, geography public administration/policy, higher education administration, or related field is desired.
Required Related Experience

Minimum of three (3) years professional experience in higher education, government, non-profits, or the private sector -or- master's degree + minimum of two (2) years professional experience in the aforementioned sectors.
Required License/Registration/Certification

A valid drivers' license is required
Desirable Related Experience

Familiarity with human resource management and experience working with student populations beneficial.
Desirable License/Registration/Certification

Master's degree in political science, international relations, international affairs, global studies, geography public administration/policy, higher education administration, or related field is desired.
Documents Needed to Apply

Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

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MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

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Application Review Date: August 26, 2024

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