Position Summary

The Coordinator for Field Placement works in various capacities arranging field experiences for WGU students that meet the requirements for the WGU programs and state(s) for which s/he is responsible. The individual communicates and collaborates with various stakeholders, including students, WGU mentors, as well as district and school personnel.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Coordinates field placements that meet the requirements for the WGU programs and state(s) for which they are responsible.
• Communicates with students, WGU staff, and outside professionals, i.e. superintendents, site administrators, host teachers, clinical supervisors, etc.
• Collaborates with team members, supervisor, and other departments within WGU.
• Works within a team environment.
• Distributes and maintains information regarding field placement.
• Works in a student relations management system.
• Reviews and interprets data in reports.
• Reviews student progress to determine if requirements are met, i.e. audits, compliance, etc.
• Performs miscellaneous administrative duties as required.
• Exhibits professional conduct, interaction, and communication as a representative of the organization and the department.
• Collaborates with outreach team to develop and maintain new school district partnerships.
• Adheres to WGU, school district, and state specific policies, procedures, and practices.

• Strong decision making skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Well organized.
• Attentive to accuracy and detail.
• Strong public relations and communications abilities.
• Account management experience.
• Self-starter.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Knowledge of placement policy and procedures.
• Experience in education settings.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with Customer Relations Manager program.
• Some knowledge of WGU institutional policies.  
• Familiarity with contracts.

• Bachelor’s degree
• Basic knowledge of school districts and school functions