ADMINISTRATIVE FACULTY JOB DESCRIPTION
APPROVED POSITION INFORMATION
(to be completed by HR)
Effective: 2/1/2015
Title
Range
JCC
PCN
Coordinator, Internship and Employer Relations
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67220
11872
Essential Function: Sedentary Work
Description: Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible
amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human
body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief
periods of time.
1. Summary Statement: State the major function(s) of the position, the role in the
university, and the supervisor’s title.* (This section is used for advertisement of the
position.)
The Coordinator, Internship and Employer Relations, develops, implements and assesses
programs and activities designed to assist University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) students in
identifying and internship and career employment interests and opportunities within the context
of the global economy. In addition, the position cultivates relationships with employers to
generate career employment and internship opportunities for UNR students, as well as career
fairs, employer panels, and alumni mentorship programs.
The Coordinator, Internship and Employer Relations, works closely with the leadership of the
Assistant Director, to plan and direct Career Studio programming efforts designed to engage
students in the active development of professional identities and career plans. The Coordinator
focuses particularly on ensuring that students are equipped with the knowledge and skills
necessary to secure successful internships and post-baccalaureate job opportunities. The
Coordinator coordinates internship activities with career professionals across the University,
including academic units and colleges. The position is engaged in continuous assessment of
student needs to ensure effectiveness in addressing emerging issues in career and internship
development. The position reports to the Director, Counseling Services.
* Attach an organizational chart with positions, ranges, and names for the division.
2. List the major responsibilities, including percentage of time devoted to each. Provide
enough detail to enable a person outside the department to understand the job
(percentage first with heading and then bulleted information). If line of progression,
define for each range as above.
40% - Internship and Employment Preparation Programming
 Develops and facilitates innovative, multidisciplinary, experiential learning programs for
undergraduate and graduate students in all majors, including internship programs, job
shadow experiences, and professional development coaching
 Develops, manages, and advertises the experiential learning resources, as well as
fulltime employment and internship opportunities available to students
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Guides students through the development of individual career action plans and
post-baccalaureate preparation, especially job and internship readiness
Facilitates internship and professional development workshops to a variety of student
and parent audiences, including at new student orientation, to special population groups,
and in classrooms
Collaborates with academic units and colleges to provide students with internship
experiences that complement programs and activities offered by the department/college
Collaborates with faculty and administration to create policy and procedures for ensuring
the academic quality and integrity of internships
Creates content for Internship Services webpage, including forms, policies, and
resources for students and employer
Designs curriculum and teaches experiential internship course
40% - Employer Relations
 Identifies and develops relationships with regional, state, national, and international
organizations and employers through outreach, site visits, association meetings, and
conferences in order to increase the number and quality of internship and job
opportunities for students
 Develops and implements policies and procedures to ensure a dynamic recruiting
program that reflects the needs and expectations of both employers and students
 Coordinates and oversees career events such as career fairs, networking events, and
on-campus interviewing
 Establishes and maintains a database of corporate contacts and campus recruiting
events
 Oversees operation of online job-posting software
 Advises employers on effective means of campus recruitment to meet the employer’s
specific needs, and on the development of job description language to increase
recruitment success for employers and students
 Identifies employer partners for active collaboration with the university through monetary
program collaboration or sponsorships
20% - Program Development, Coordination, Management, and Assessment
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Provides leadership and direction for internship and employer relations
programming
Develops marketing material and strategy for increasing awareness and
engagement in experiential learning programs; designs and distributes employer
marketing material for the Career Studio
Works closely with the Associate Director on the recruitment, training, and
supervision of student employees and support staff
Assesses and evaluates the outcomes achievement and effectiveness of
internship programs and services
3. Describe the types of decisions the position(s) makes independently as part of the core
responsibilities. Provide examples. If a line of progression, describe the decisions made
at the highest level.
The Coordinator has autonomy to create and manage innovative and effective internship and
career-preparation efforts on campus. Decisions made by the Coordinator include those related
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to the development of internship and career development services and direction included in the
Division’s strategic plan. When donation and/or funding are involved, the individual works
closely with Development and Alumni Relations staff. The Coordinator is responsible for a high
level of coordination and communication with students and employers, as well as active
involvement in goal-setting and strategic planning. The Coordinator’s actions impact student
enrollment, persistence, graduation and transition into professional employment. The
Coordinator is highly visible to employers and professional interactions reflect on the reputation
of the University.
4. Describe the types of problems, issues, action, communications this position typically
takes to the supervisor for resolution and/or consultation. Provide examples. If a line of
progression, describe the supervisory consultation at the highest level.
The Coordinator consults with the Assistant Director, Career Studio, on overall program
development and implementation as well as with the Director, Counseling Services. More
complex or unusual issues will be escalated to the Director.
5. Select the applicable competencies required to successfully perform the job. The
selected competencies will be evaluated within the Administrative Faculty evaluation as
Competencies for Success.
Competency
Required
Adaptability
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Analytical Thinking
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Communication
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Diversity and Inclusion
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Financial Responsibilities
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Human Resource Responsibilities
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Leadership
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Program/Project/Functional Knowledge
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Resource Responsibilities
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Serving Constituents
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Teamwork
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Other (specify)
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6. Minimum requirements of the position. Example provided.
If Line of Progression, minimum requirements must be defined for each range.
Education
Experience
Bachelor’s Degree
Two years of relevant experience
Master’s Degree
One year of relevant experience
Relevant Experience: In a full-time, professional position in recruiting, career
development, higher education administration or related field
Certification and Licensure: None
Schedule or Travel Requirements: None
Optional Addendum: If the job description is generic for use across multiple
departments, the department is free to add an addendum for departmental specific duties
which may be performed. Generic job descriptions for a limited number of titles are
available at www.unr.edu/hr.
N/A
Optional Addendum: Describe the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successful
performance of this job (in bullet format).
Knowledge of:
 Career development trends and innovations
 Best practices in the administration of internship and career development
programs
 Dynamics of the changing workplace within the context of a global economy
 Academic majors as related to internships and career pathways
 College student and adult development theories and practice
 Multicultural theories and application pertinent to the design, implementation and
evaluation of career exploration and internship programs
 Resources related to internship and career development
 University academic programs and student services
 Global career and internship needs of diverse groups
Skills:
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Program development, assessment, and evaluation
Effective verbal and written communication
Ingenuity and creativity
Organizational skills
Collaboration and team building
Supervision skills
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Ability to:
 Work with diverse ethnic and cultural groups
 Work effectively with a broad range of individuals including prospective
employers and the business community
 Effectively work with students, staff, faculty, employers
 Assist students with exploration of future career opportunities
 Interact with professional communities that would assist in career employment
and internship opportunities
 Maintain confidentiality of information
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