Assistant Director, SPHTM Online Programs Professional Preparation

Job description

Assistant Director, SPHTM Online Programs Professional PreparationDean - SPH/TM

Location: New Orleans, LA

Summary

Under the supervision of the Associate Dean for Online Programs, the Assistant Director will serve as a liaison, student success advisor and practicum placement coordinator for students in online programs.

• Direct the processes involved with ensuring that there are appropriate practicum, residency, and field placements for online students available where they are located.
• Work with faculty advisors and provide ongoing communication with internship, residency, and practicum sites.
• Direct the coordination and maintenance of field affiliation agreements in collaboration with the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs inclusive of out-of-state and international agreements for students in online programs.
• Serve as liaison to SPHTM Career Services.
• Assign students to the appropriate faculty liaison or public health mentor.
• Resolves issues as they arise in the field and working with the Faculty Director(s).
• Maintain significant contact with students to ensure participation in field education, professional development, and student and/or site concerns.
• Serve as liaison to SPHTM Alumni Affairs.
• Create and maintain databases of practicum, internship, and residency placement opportunities.
• Coordinate Advisory Boards.
• All other duties deemed necessary by the Associate Dean.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Three years of experience in online graduate education (e.g., student advisement, field placement, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within the field of public health education.
• Experience advising online students
• Experience with learning management tools (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, Desire to Learn, etc.)
• Experience with online conferencing software (e.g., Zoom, Adobe Connect, Webx, etc.)

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