Field Experience Specialist

Franklin University, a private, independent, accredited, nonprofit university located in Columbus, Ohio, invites applications for the position of Field Experience Specialist within the College of Education.

Founded in 1902, Franklin University has built its reputation on removing barriers to higher education for ambitious adults balancing educational goals with work, family, and other commitments. Accredited and nonprofit, Franklin is recognized as an innovator in online education and serves students through applied undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs designed to support career advancement and lifelong learning. More than 50,000 Franklin alumni live and work around the world, making meaningful contributions to their professions and communities. 

Position Summary

The Field Experience Specialist role includes primary responsibility for maintaining documentation of program clinical/internship requirements. The Field Experience Specialist will facilitate licensure student placement at K-12 partner schools, maintain documentation of student compliance with all school and agency requirements, cooperating teacher documentation, and documentation for accreditation and regulatory needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate the placement of clinical field/internship experiences for the initial level teacher licensure, advanced level administrative licensure, and apprenticeship programs
• Organize the diverse experience for all licensure programs.
• Maintain accurate field placement data for CAEP including diverse placements and key assessments
• Support the training of university supervisors and cooperating teachers to utilize the field experience assessments.
• Participate and set dates for the team meeting each semester that will approve all university supervisors and placements.
• Participate in the identification and recruitment of high-quality university supervisors
• Conduct school visits concerning field placements when assigned by the Field Experience Manager
• Foster positive relationships with school district partners and encourage professional development schools or other partnerships
• Participate in work group/committees, as assigned by the Department Chair
• Attend meetings and conferences to keep abreast of new changes in policy (e.g. Ohio Confederation of Teacher Education Organizations (OCTEO), state licensure meetings, and CAEP)
• Review field experience supervisor and cooperating teacher evaluations by candidates and follow up on any issues
• Hold seminars for candidates to keep them abreast of current issues in education.
• Conduct presentations in classes to inform students regarding field experience
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Experience working in or with Public and Private P-12 School Organizations
• Bachelors Degree – preferably in education or education administration
• Commitment to collaborative & collegiate relationships
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner and work effectively with faculty, staff and members of the professional community
• Excellent multi-tasking skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated strong communication skills, both oral and written, are required in order to customize communication pieces to effectively reach intended audience and prepare reports.
• The candidate must have strong computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite of products, as well as other databases and a demonstrated background in internet-based research.
• Strong attention to detail, demonstrated active listening skills and process orientation
• Must be flexible, able to prioritize, multitask and manage several projects simultaneously in a time sensitive environment.
• Must be able to work both independently and collaboratively with multiple University departments and operate with a high degree of confidentiality.

Preferred Skills and Characteristics

• Knowledge of higher education regulations, compliance and accrediting agencies
• Experience with clinical management systems

Additional Notes

• Required to be available for appointments, onsite meetings and other university activities
• Some travel may be required on a limited basis
• Occasional weekend events

Additional Information

This position follows an on-site hybrid work schedule and requires flexibility to meet departmental and university needs.

Franklin offers a competitive benefits package, incentive program, and free parking. In addition, Franklin provides free undergraduate tuition for employees and eligible family members, graduate tuition assistance for full-time employees and eligible family members, and a discount on doctoral tuition for employees.

Franklin University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Franklin does not discriminate on the basis of age, religion, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, disability, or veteran or military status.