Licensure & Field Experience Coordinator

OSU Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Tuition reduction benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Generous leave

Job summary

OSU Oregon State University is seeking a Licensure and Placement Specialist in the College of Education to oversee state licensure requirements for teaching and counseling programs and to manage field placements.

The role supports the director, coordinates with districts and state agencies, tracks licensure data, and ensures timely reporting and documentation. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and professional experience directly working in a K-12 setting in support of faculty, staff and students.
• At least one year of professional experience teaching or working in a K-12 or similar setting.
• At least one year of professional experience coordinating communications and/or record keeping in a school or university setting.
• Knowledge of and expertise in data management with Excel and/or other data management software.
• Effective verbal and/or written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq.
• Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee educator licensure processes by interpreting and applying state, national, and institutional requirements, ensuring student eligibility for licensure and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Serve as a primary resource for licensure guidance, communicating licensure requirements, policies, and procedures to students, faculty, school district partners, and external licensing agencies.
• Manage field experience, practicum, and internship placements from initiation through completion, ensuring assignments align with program requirements, licensure standards, and state regulations.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with school districts and educational agencies to facilitate student placements, coordinate agreements and contracts, and support positive relationships with field partners.
• Monitor, track, and maintain licensure, placement, and accreditation records within institutional and online systems, ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.
• Support accreditation and program accountability efforts by preparing reports, maintaining required documentation, and providing evidence related to licensure, placements, and program outcomes.
• Provide responsive student support and issue resolution by addressing inquiries related to licensure and placements, applying institutional policies and state regulations to determine appropriate actions and outcomes.

Skills

Data management

Excel

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Inclusive excellence

Criminal history check compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

OSU Oregon State University is seeking a Licensure and Placement Specialist in the College of Education to oversee state licensure requirements for teaching and counseling programs and to manage field placements.

The role supports the director, coordinates with districts and state agencies, tracks licensure data, and ensures timely reporting and documentation. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.