This position is located on campus in Lynchburg, VA. The Gate and Field Coordinator will oversee and manage the Gate and Field placement process for online or residential gate and field placements for initial, add-on and advanced licensure requirements. This includes reviewing gate applications, building and maintaining relationships with external school systems, reviewing and requesting external field placements for online programs, and managing placement data. The Gate and Field Coordinator will also assist students via email and phone with their questions about the gate and field placement process. The Gate and Field Coordinator will communicate with other offices within School of Education and university departments to ensure consistent communication and support for students

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and process initial licensure gate applications
  
• Perform reception activities and responsibilities
  
• Manage gate courses
  
• Answer student emails and phone calls regarding gate courses and applications
  
• Assist with student fingerprinting and background checks
  
• Other duties as assigned
  

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS
Education and Experience

Minimum

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field
  
• Administrative experience
  
• Strong organizational skills
  

Preferred

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, Outlook
  
• Ability to work with a team
  
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  
• Strong attention to detail
  
• Willingness to embrace collaboration and assist team members
  

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB
Communication and Comprehension

• Superior interpersonal, customer service, presentation, and communication skills required
  

Problem-Solving

• Creative, innovative, and problem-solving skills required
  

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• Frequently required to sit for extended periods to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard
  
• Regularly required to hear and speak in order to communicate orally in an effective manner
  
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building
  
• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business
  
• Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds
  

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work Environment

• The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled office setting. It is well lighted, and the noise level is moderate.