Director of Clinical Experience & Partnerships (Remote)

Western Governors University; United States; Remote; USD 98,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted WGU tuition

Bonuses eligible

Wellbeing program

11 paid holidays

Flexible paid time off

Job summary

Western Governors University is seeking a senior leader for the Leavitt School of Health to design, coordinate, and continuously improve student clinical experiences across programs. You will oversee clinical placement operations, ensure student readiness, and drive service excellence with data-driven decisions.

You will manage partnerships with clinical sites, align programs to accreditation standards, and lead teams to optimize resources, policies, and training.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a school/discipline related field.
• Education is verified and must be from an accredited institution.
• Note: a bachelor’s degree with five years of direct leadership experience may be substituted.
• Three years of leadership or supervisory experience in managing projects and cross-functional teams.
• Experience substituting education with equivalent relevant experience may be accepted.
• Terminal degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical placement management and coordinate student placements.
• Design and evaluate clinical education programs to support student and faculty competency.
• Manage budgets, staffing, and scheduling for clinical and lab operations.
• Build strategic relationships with clinical partners and healthcare organizations.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee policy updates and staff development.

Skills

Influences others

Effective communication

Collaboration

Gains buy-in

Change management

Education

Master’s degree in health education or related field

Bachelor’s degree with 5 years relevant experience

Job description

Western Governors University is seeking a senior leader for the Leavitt School of Health to design, coordinate, and continuously improve student clinical experiences across programs. You will oversee clinical placement operations, ensure student readiness, and drive service excellence with data-driven decisions.

You will manage partnerships with clinical sites, align programs to accreditation standards, and lead teams to optimize resources, policies, and training.