About American International College:

American International College is a private, coeducational institution of higher education located on a 70+ acre campus in Springfield, Massachusetts. The campus has 42 buildings on two sites approximately 1/2 mile apart with a total of approximately 660,000 gross square feet. Included in the inventory of buildings are student residences for a resident population of 900 students. Founded in 1885, the College has approximately 3200 graduate and undergraduate students. AIC offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs through the Schools of Business, Arts and Sciences; Health Sciences; and Education. The mission of the College is to transform student lives through career focused learning, with a strong foundation in the liberal arts, a commitment to serving the community, and a high level of involvement in the global economy.

AIC strives to create a diverse and inclusive campus community that is representative, at all job levels, of the students we serve. We are an EEO employer and we welcome applications from individuals for positions where they are underrepresented.

Job Description:

Reporting to the dean and working in collaboration/close consultation with SOE associate deans, the Licensure Placement Officer, is responsible for maintaining currency, integrity, and consistency in quality-control for SOE state-compliance and maintenance involving all official records for candidates in AIC educator preparation programs. Ensure effective systems and operations supporting candidate licensure for program entry, placement, completion, and licensure endorsement.

• Responsible for verification of licenses and eligibility to enter the licensure program; entry of candidate MEPID numbers and enrollment in state-authorized licensure program into the state's ELAR system; entry of documented changes of candidate trajectory in ELAR towards program completion

• Responsible for vetting licenses of supervising practitioners & program supervisors assigned to candidates for field experiences; secure, document, and timely communicate candidate pre-practicum and practicum placements; maintain electronic files of all program completers; endorsement of candidates in ELAR, and verification and confirmation of licensure requirements to external agencies and alumni inquiries related to licensure.

• Assist analysis of candidate inquiries, mediate concerns related to licensure, and participate on candidate review teams.

• Assist orientation of candidates and new personnel supporting candidate success in educator preparation programs.

• Accurate report of AIC candidates endorsed for licensure required for campus/state submissions and annual reports;

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Required Degree(s): Master's Degree
• Preferred Degree(s): CAGS or EdS
• Required Field of Expertise: Administrative experience with knowledge of state certification processes specific to licensure of candidates in higher education
• Preferred Field of Expertise: Knowledge of Mass. Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Education ELAR system and state-regulations governing licensure.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Three to five years of related experience is preferred.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with a rich experience and commitment to working with diverse populations.
• Strong technological and data-entry skills; knowledge of electronic systems
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to be flexible, resourceful, and adaptable to change.
• Ability to mediate complex student concerns and communicate decisions in a timely, respectful manner.

Additional Information:

Work Schedule

The Licensure Placement Officer is a full time, exempt level, benefit eligible position. Normal business hours are Mondays through Fridays, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, flexible to the needs of the department. Occasional evening and weekend work is required to meet reporting deadlines and to attend student orientations and/or open houses.

AIC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Instructions:

Qualified applicants should save and submit the following documents with the online application.

• Brief cover letter
• Current resume
• Contact information for three professional references (one of which must be a current or prior supervisor)

Review of applications will continue until the position has been filled.