Senior Director of Experiential Learning at Coppin State University

# Senior Director of Experiential Learning at Coppin State University by Andrew Shimura | Jul 11, 2026
* US International Higher  Education  Jobs
* Baltimore, Maryland
* Posted 13 hours ago* $99,000 Annually GBP / Year Website
** Coppin State University
** OVERVIEW Coppin State University is seeking a Senior Director of Experiential Learning to provide strategic leadership for student experiential learning initiatives. The role oversees programs connected to study abroad, exchange opportunities, undergraduate research,  career development, internships, and service learning. This position supports the overall development, implementation, and evaluation of programs that align with institutional goals while strengthening student engagement and learning opportunities.

The Senior Director will collaborate with faculty, supervise staff, manage operational areas, and support students participating in experiential and abroad opportunities. The position also serves as an important contact for study abroad and exchange partners while helping ensure effective program coordination and student support.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Provide strategic leadership and vision for student experiential learning programs – Oversee study abroad and exchange programs – Support undergraduate research initiatives – Lead career development and internship opportunities – Manage service learning programs – Direct the overall development, implementation, and evaluation of experiential learning initiatives – Ensure programs align with the university mission and goals – Supervise staff connected to experiential learning programs – Oversee risk management activities – Manage program budgets – Collaborate with faculty on study abroad and exchange opportunities – Support student engagement activities – Assist with application processes and orientations – Serve as a point of contact for study abroad and exchange partners REQUIREMENTS – Experience providing strategic leadership for experiential learning programs – Ability to oversee program development, implementation, and evaluation – Experience supervising staff – Ability to manage budgets and risk management processes – Collaboration skills for working with faculty and external partners – Ability to support student engagement and learning initiatives – Experience assisting with application processes and orientations WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Experiential learning programs create meaningful opportunities for student growth through study abroad, exchange participation, internships, research, and service learning.

Leadership in this area helps institutions connect academic learning with practical and global experiences. This role contributes to the development of programs that expand access to abroad opportunities and strengthen student engagement. Effective leadership can improve the quality and coordination of experiential initiatives that support academic and professional development. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Highlight leadership experience connected to experiential learning or student development programs – Include examples of collaboration with faculty, campus partners, or external organizations – Demonstrate experience supporting study abroad or exchange initiatives when applicable – Describe budget oversight, program evaluation, or risk management responsibilities clearly – Emphasize work that improved student engagement, learning outcomes, or program participation – Tailor application materials to show alignment with university mission-driven experiential development
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