Working Title:
Coordinator for Allied Health Placements - MSUAASF Range C
Institution:
St. Cloud State University
MSUAASF Range C
Bargaining Unit / Union:
211: Minnesota State University Association of Administrative Service Faculty
City:
St. Cloud
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic
Salary Range:
$47,845.00 - $93,809.00
Job Description
The coordinator will work within the Advising and Student Success Center as a liaison for allied health field experience and clinical placements with the various allied health institutions with which the CoEHHS has relationships. The coordinator will collaborate with leaders, cooperating site staff, field supervisors and students to develop high-quality field experience and clinical placements. They will develop and implement an evaluation system for placements to support continuous improvement, and lead and participate in related assessment and accreditation activities. The coordinator will develop and deliver allied health professional development programming, and the pipelines for recruitment of allied health candidates to diversify the health and human services workforce. They will share program evaluation data, maintain a continuous improvement feedback loop and advocate for pre-service, new, and experienced allied health services support across the region, state, and nationally.
Coordinator of Field Experience and Clinical Placements
Secure appropriate field experience and clinical placements (after consultation with faculty and in cooperating with site coordinators) for all students’ enrolled courses with a required field experience and eligible for their clinical placement.
Build relationships with area allied health partners.
Co - Plan and facilitate events each semester for allied health candidates including Application Meetings, Placement Meetings, Orientation, and Professional Development.
Assist in the development of appropriate evaluation and assessment instruments for field experience and clinical placements.
Collect field experience and clinical placement assessments from Supervisors, Cooperating Site Staff and Allied Health Candidates and review and share results with course instructors.
Participate in unit-level assessment processes – including data collection, submission of reports for accreditation, reporting of results.
Maintain records of field placement history per allied health candidate.
Communicate placement information, registration processes, and criminal background check protocols per site and placement requirements.
Induction and New Professionals Support
Collaborate with site partners to support induction activities by planning and facilitating events, camps, and workshops.
Collect feedback and data regarding pre-service allied health professionals, induction activities, and new allied health professionals support programming through partner sites. Reporting of results for continuous improvement.
Collaborate with colleagues in the Advising and Student Success Center and partnership sites on grant opportunities and recruitment and retention of new professionals.
Allied Health Site Partnerships
Represent CoEHHS in daily interactions with administrators and site staff.
Share opportunities for collaborations which can benefit partner sites, cooperating site staff, and candidates.
Support and attend events/workshops/meetings that are a part of collaborative efforts between SCSU CoEHHS and partners from sites, other Minnesota State Allied-Health Preparation Programs and state entities.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Allied Health or closely related field
Professional License/Certification in field, if required by field. (holds or has held)
Minimum 3 years experience in an allied-health setting
Demonstrated effectiveness in coaching, mentoring, and assessment of novice allied-health professionals, candidates, and practicing allied-health staff.
Demonstrated experience in coordinating with allied health sites to secure field experience and/or clinical placements, coordinating with site staff, and evaluating placements.
Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills to establish effective relationships with allied health partners, students, staff, administrators, colleagues, and campus/community leaders to achieve goals
Proven written and oral communication skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to communicate complex messages to individuals with limited background knowledge.
High level of cultural competency with proven ability to work effectively with individuals from underrepresented groups.
Experience with allied-health preparation content, curriculum, and/or program design.
Experience and demonstrated expertise with assessment, evaluation, and continuous allied health preparation program improvement.
Preferred Qualification
Master’s Degree in an Allied Health or closely related field
Experience teaching in a university setting
Demonstrated ability to design, conduct, and assess professional development workshops
Experience working with multilingual adults, families, or youth
Experience with coordination, implementation, and evaluation of large events
Experience delivering content via online technology
Required Documents to Apply
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Primarily M-F, days. Some evenings and weekends might be required
Please note that successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment. Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship. Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment.
About
The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU’s It’s Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative . SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.
Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota State University Association of Administrative and Service Faculty (ASF) which can be found at: https://www.msuaasf.org/
St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Interim Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Susan Woolf. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.
To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.
Desired Start Date:
08-24-2026
Position End Date:
Open Date:
07-10-2026
Close Date:
08-11-2026
Posting Contact Name:
Courtney Marie Graber
Posting Contact Email:
[email protected]