Field Placement Coordinator
Cortland University
Position Details Position Information Budget Title Senior Staff Assistant Campus Title Field Placement Coordinator School/Division Academic Affairs, Division of Department Field Experience and School Partnerships Staff Sub-Type Staff & Administration Salary Level SL3 Salary Range $47,950 + depending on experience (DOE) Salary Determination Starting salary rates are based on multiples factors which may include the position’s major responsibilities, the applicant’s background including education, work experience, and key competencies, the university’s strategic priorities, internal peer equity and external market analyses, applicable federal, state, and local laws and negotiated labor contracts. Position Effort Full-Time If Part-Time, enter FTE: Is this a temporary position? No If Temporary, enter End Date: Position Summary As a member of SUNY Cortland’s Field Experience and School Partnerships Office (FESP), the Field Placement Coordinator (FPC) works to place college students in P-12 schools or other educational/community settings to complete the required field experiences, student teaching and/or internships for their majors. The Field Placement Coordinator is responsible for the input and management of all data related to these placements, and works closely with faculty and FESP Office staff to build relationships between the college and representatives of the P-12 schools and other educational/community organizations.
This position is a 10 – month obligation: 8/15 – 6/15 annually.
Salary Range: $47,950 + depending on experience (DOE)
Watch to learn more about careers at SUNY Cortland: https://vimeo.com/1038936490 What makes SUNY Cortland a great place to work? • Our positions provide predictable salary progressions, and many offer permanency.
• Generous benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, various retirement program options, paid family leave and/or parental leaves, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, long term disability and tuition reimbursement.
• SUNY Cortland prioritizes work-life balance and well-being in all forms. The university’s state-of-the-art Student Life Center is free for employees to use, with membership options for families. SUNY Cortland’s Child Care Center welcomes the children of employees and community members, as space allows. Alternate work schedules are available with a supervisor’s approval.
• Professional development opportunities exist through training, continuing education programs, tuition reimbursement and conference travel, based on funding.
• Cortland County and surrounding areas offer easy access to arts, entertainment, outdoor recreation and much more. Experience Cortland dives deep into the region’s offerings Major Responsibilities Major Responsibilities: Canvass, secure, and confirm undergraduate/graduate level field placements in P-12 schools/community organizations for majors enrolled in any of the college’s on-line teacher education programs. Assist in canvassing, securing, and confirming placements in P-12 schools/community organizations for majors enrolled in any of the college’s in-person teacher education programs. Collaborate with FESP office staff, college faculty, and school/community partners to complete all field placement processes. Build and maintain relationships between college faculty and staff and P-12 schools and community organizations, including making in-person visits to schools, community organizations, etc. Provide and explain the necessary procedures and documents associated with field experiences to all relevant parties (faculty, college students, host teachers/mentors, supervisors, and school/program administrators). Respond to inquiries from students, faculty, supervisors, and school/community partners regarding field experiences. Meet with students, faculty, staff, and others, in person, both in and out of the office to facilitate the field placement processes. Act as a liaison between the FESP Office, faculty/staff in the Health Department and the Recreation and Leisure Studies Department, and community host sites to process affiliation agreements related to non-teacher education internships in those departments. Act as a liaison between the FESP Office, faculty/staff in teacher education programs, and school/district staff to process memorandums of understanding for placing teacher candidates in school settings. Assist and participate in the planning and implementation of events involving the FESP Office. Support the FESP Office and college efforts to meet all SUNY, state and federal mandates/regulations related to field experiences for teacher education programs. Input accurate data and update information in the field placement database as a means for documenting/tracking placements and generating reports. Verify that all placements meet college and program standards and confirm that students complete their placements. Attend and represent the FESP Office at various forums, either on campus or off campus (i.e. open houses, committees, school meetings, etc.). Functional and Supervisory Relationships Reports to the Director of Field Experience and School Partnerships Office. Works closely with FESP Office colleagues in a team environment. Interacts frequently with students, college faculty and staff, and teachers/administrators in P-12 schools and community organizations. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. Previous work experience with Microsoft Word. Previous work experience with Microsoft Excel or similar data management tools. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree. Professional work experience in P-12 schools and higher education. Previous experience with database /learning management systems (i.e.-Banner, Brightspace, Argos, Watermark). Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability. Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills. Extensive knowledge and skills using software packages (i.e.-Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.). Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and effectively collaborate with others. Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet critical deadlines and multiple priorities. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing with varied and diverse constituent groups. About the University EEO Statement The State University of New York at Cortland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act (AA/EEO/ADA) employer. The university actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the university. Job Close Date Posting Detail Information Posting Number S25064 Review Start Date 02/02/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.cortland.edu/postings/10865 Special Instructions Special Instructions to Applicant Special Instructions to Applicant Supplemental Questions
This position is a 10 – month obligation: 8/15 – 6/15 annually.
Salary Range: $47,950 + depending on experience (DOE)
Watch to learn more about careers at SUNY Cortland: https://vimeo.com/1038936490 What makes SUNY Cortland a great place to work? • Our positions provide predictable salary progressions, and many offer permanency.
• Generous benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, various retirement program options, paid family leave and/or parental leaves, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, long term disability and tuition reimbursement.
• SUNY Cortland prioritizes work-life balance and well-being in all forms. The university’s state-of-the-art Student Life Center is free for employees to use, with membership options for families. SUNY Cortland’s Child Care Center welcomes the children of employees and community members, as space allows. Alternate work schedules are available with a supervisor’s approval.
• Professional development opportunities exist through training, continuing education programs, tuition reimbursement and conference travel, based on funding.
• Cortland County and surrounding areas offer easy access to arts, entertainment, outdoor recreation and much more. Experience Cortland dives deep into the region’s offerings Major Responsibilities Major Responsibilities: Canvass, secure, and confirm undergraduate/graduate level field placements in P-12 schools/community organizations for majors enrolled in any of the college’s on-line teacher education programs. Assist in canvassing, securing, and confirming placements in P-12 schools/community organizations for majors enrolled in any of the college’s in-person teacher education programs. Collaborate with FESP office staff, college faculty, and school/community partners to complete all field placement processes. Build and maintain relationships between college faculty and staff and P-12 schools and community organizations, including making in-person visits to schools, community organizations, etc. Provide and explain the necessary procedures and documents associated with field experiences to all relevant parties (faculty, college students, host teachers/mentors, supervisors, and school/program administrators). Respond to inquiries from students, faculty, supervisors, and school/community partners regarding field experiences. Meet with students, faculty, staff, and others, in person, both in and out of the office to facilitate the field placement processes. Act as a liaison between the FESP Office, faculty/staff in the Health Department and the Recreation and Leisure Studies Department, and community host sites to process affiliation agreements related to non-teacher education internships in those departments. Act as a liaison between the FESP Office, faculty/staff in teacher education programs, and school/district staff to process memorandums of understanding for placing teacher candidates in school settings. Assist and participate in the planning and implementation of events involving the FESP Office. Support the FESP Office and college efforts to meet all SUNY, state and federal mandates/regulations related to field experiences for teacher education programs. Input accurate data and update information in the field placement database as a means for documenting/tracking placements and generating reports. Verify that all placements meet college and program standards and confirm that students complete their placements. Attend and represent the FESP Office at various forums, either on campus or off campus (i.e. open houses, committees, school meetings, etc.). Functional and Supervisory Relationships Reports to the Director of Field Experience and School Partnerships Office. Works closely with FESP Office colleagues in a team environment. Interacts frequently with students, college faculty and staff, and teachers/administrators in P-12 schools and community organizations. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. Previous work experience with Microsoft Word. Previous work experience with Microsoft Excel or similar data management tools. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree. Professional work experience in P-12 schools and higher education. Previous experience with database /learning management systems (i.e.-Banner, Brightspace, Argos, Watermark). Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability. Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills. Extensive knowledge and skills using software packages (i.e.-Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.). Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and effectively collaborate with others. Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet critical deadlines and multiple priorities. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing with varied and diverse constituent groups. About the University EEO Statement The State University of New York at Cortland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act (AA/EEO/ADA) employer. The university actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the university. Job Close Date Posting Detail Information Posting Number S25064 Review Start Date 02/02/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.cortland.edu/postings/10865 Special Instructions Special Instructions to Applicant Special Instructions to Applicant Supplemental Questions
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