Director for the Office for Field Education and Community Outreach
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- Ball State University
- Location
- Muncie, Indiana, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Oct 17, 2024
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Any BSU employee who is offered a final interview when applying for a staff or professional position will need to inform their current supervisor of the upcoming interview. Learn More
Position Title
Director for the Office for Field Education and Community Outreach
About this Opportunity
The College of Health at Ball State University is excited to announce the launch of a new and dynamic position: Director for the Office for Field Education and Community Outreach ( OFECO ). This role will lead the Office for Field Education and Community Outreach, a critical department dedicated to enriching student learning experiences through hands-on, real-world opportunities in healthcare and social service settings. The Director will develop and expand partnerships with hospitals, clinics, community health centers, and social service organizations, ensuring that our students receive valuable fieldwork placements. In addition, the Director will oversee the management of clinical outreach initiatives and our mobile health service division, designed to serve the surrounding communities. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with a strong organizational skill set, an unwavering passion for student success, and a deep commitment to fostering meaningful collaborations with community partners. If you are dedicated to enhancing both student education and community health, we invite you to apply for this unique leadership opportunity.
Our Statement on Inclusiveness
At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.
Benefits and Community
Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work
FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
The Director for the Office for Field Education and Community Outreach ( OFECO ) will provide comprehensive programmatic and administrative leadership including overseeing the coordination and management of field education programs, contract management, student compliance, site acquisition, and the maintenance of partnerships with clinical and community organizations. The Director is also responsible for managing the College’s community outreach initiatives, including scheduling and partnership development. In collaboration with the Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs, the Director will play a key role in cultivating and maintaining relationships with hospitals, health agencies, and social service organizations that support student field education, community outreach, and mobile health services. Additionally, the Director will oversee Ball State Health’s professional development programs and micro-credential offerings delivered through OFECO . This position requires travel to community and clinical sites across Indiana, as well as participation in outreach events and mobile service delivery activities, including some evening and weekend commitments.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in education, community health, healthcare administration, a health profession, human services, or related area. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, 10 or more years of professional experience in the areas of education, community health, healthcare administration, health and/or human service delivery, or a related area will be considered.
Minimum Experience
Minimum of three years of experience in a health care organization, social service agency, or a higher education institute training students in the health professions, the capacity to organize and work with data software systems, and experience working with the public.
Minimum Other
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Master’s degree from an accredited institution in education, community health, healthcare administration, a health profession, human services, or related area.
Preferred Experience
Additional years of experience with departmental leadership and management/administration of programs or projects. Additional years of experience in the delivery of healthcare services. Proven track record of successful grant proposal development.
Preferred Other
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
Assistant Director for the Office for Field Education and Community Outreach (new position that has not been posted)
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
There's more to discover IN Indiana! Visit the following link to learn more:
IN Indiana
Department
Interprofessional Community Clinics:900130
Department Information
A vital resource for Indiana for preparing health professionals, the College of Health is moving boldly forward in making interprofessional education, practice and research its paradigm across its disciplines. The College offers 32 academic programs in 7 units: Departments of Counseling
Psychology, Social Psychology, and Counseling; Military Science; Nutrition and Health Science;
Speech Pathology and Audiology; and Social Work plus the Schools of Nursing and Kinesiology.
We are proud to be the academic home for the campus ROTC program, which commissions about 20 officers annually from Ball State and affiliated programs at nearby universities. Our 200 faculty and staff serve nearly 3,000 students. We partner with communities for immersive learning. Our
Interprofessional Community Clinics and the Healthy Lifestyle Center offer health services and health education by faculty-supervised students. These clinics operate as an auxiliary to the college, providing an unusual opportunity for students to learn the business of health care.
Faculty and students contribute to the evidence base for their respective disciplines. Our research is community engaged and features the Center for Peace and Conflict Studies, Human Performance Lab and the Center for Substance Use Research and Community Initiatives. The Fisher Institute for Health and Wellbeing is being re-envisioned as the College’s hub of community engagement. We are committed to inclusive excellence in all we do to contribute to a diverse health professional workforce to decrease health disparities.
Our Health Professions Building, housing most of our academic programs, opened in 2019
with 165,000 square feet and is LEED Gold certified. The School of Kinesiology is housed in
the Health and Physical Activity building, which boasts adjacencies to Worthen Arena, Ball
State Athletics, and the Jo Ann Gora Student Recreation and Wellness Center. Military
Science finds its home in the historic Ball Gymnasium.
Department Email or Phone Number
765-285-5354
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Serve as project manager for the College of Health’s field education support operation.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Develop and oversee operations of the Office for Field Education and Community Outreach ( OFECO ) which includes contract management, student compliance, site acquisition and relationships, community outreach, and professional development offerings. Evaluate and measure the effectiveness of OFECO in terms of supporting the College’s field education and community outreach efforts.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Foster and sustain relationships with external sites and partners in support of student field education , Ball State Health’s community outreach , and mobile health service delivery efforts.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Coordinate with community partners to secure sites for health service delivery and health education, oversee and maintain master outreach/mobile health calendar, including the travel schedule for service delivery teams.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Select, train, and direct staff to ensure goals and objectives of OFECO are achieved.
Ranking
6
Job Duty
Serve as data project manager for OFECO in support of the College’s academic programs, accreditation fulfillment, strategic imperatives, and Ball State Health’s community outreach and mobile health service delivery efforts.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Foster relationships with College of Health faculty and staff to ensure superior communication between the academic programs and the Office of Field Education and Community Outreach.
Ranking
8
Job Duty
Serve as data entry expert and system administrator for all technical software solutions supporting field education.
Ranking
9
Job Duty
In consultation with the University’s Lifetime Learning unit, manage Ball State Health’s professional development programming for non-students, as well as micro-credentials, certificates, and credit opportunities available to students.
Ranking
10
Job Duty
Explore, create, and submit grant proposals in support of the College’s field education endeavors, community outreach and engagement efforts, and/or professional development offerings.
Ranking
11
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202401637P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
01/06/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
10/17/2024
Applications Accepted Through Date
11/15/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
For nominations and questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Tiffany Turner, Assistant Director of Talent Acquisition, at tiffany.turner@bsu.edu .
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter
In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Position Information
Ball State is a great place to work! In fact, Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana. Learn More
Any BSU employee, excluding Faculty and Temporary employees, applying for a staff or professional position will need to have been in their current role for at least 6 months at time of application. Learn More
Any BSU employee who is offered a final interview when applying for a staff or professional position will need to inform their current supervisor of the upcoming interview. Learn More
Position Title
Director for the Office for Field Education and Community Outreach
About this Opportunity
The College of Health at Ball State University is excited to announce the launch of a new and dynamic position: Director for the Office for Field Education and Community Outreach ( OFECO ). This role will lead the Office for Field Education and Community Outreach, a critical department dedicated to enriching student learning experiences through hands-on, real-world opportunities in healthcare and social service settings. The Director will develop and expand partnerships with hospitals, clinics, community health centers, and social service organizations, ensuring that our students receive valuable fieldwork placements. In addition, the Director will oversee the management of clinical outreach initiatives and our mobile health service division, designed to serve the surrounding communities. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with a strong organizational skill set, an unwavering passion for student success, and a deep commitment to fostering meaningful collaborations with community partners. If you are dedicated to enhancing both student education and community health, we invite you to apply for this unique leadership opportunity.
Our Statement on Inclusiveness
At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.
Benefits and Community
Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
- Affordable Healthcare
- Retirement
- Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents,
and spouse)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development
https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work
FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
The Director for the Office for Field Education and Community Outreach ( OFECO ) will provide comprehensive programmatic and administrative leadership including overseeing the coordination and management of field education programs, contract management, student compliance, site acquisition, and the maintenance of partnerships with clinical and community organizations. The Director is also responsible for managing the College’s community outreach initiatives, including scheduling and partnership development. In collaboration with the Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs, the Director will play a key role in cultivating and maintaining relationships with hospitals, health agencies, and social service organizations that support student field education, community outreach, and mobile health services. Additionally, the Director will oversee Ball State Health’s professional development programs and micro-credential offerings delivered through OFECO . This position requires travel to community and clinical sites across Indiana, as well as participation in outreach events and mobile service delivery activities, including some evening and weekend commitments.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in education, community health, healthcare administration, a health profession, human services, or related area. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, 10 or more years of professional experience in the areas of education, community health, healthcare administration, health and/or human service delivery, or a related area will be considered.
Minimum Experience
Minimum of three years of experience in a health care organization, social service agency, or a higher education institute training students in the health professions, the capacity to organize and work with data software systems, and experience working with the public.
Minimum Other
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Master’s degree from an accredited institution in education, community health, healthcare administration, a health profession, human services, or related area.
Preferred Experience
Additional years of experience with departmental leadership and management/administration of programs or projects. Additional years of experience in the delivery of healthcare services. Proven track record of successful grant proposal development.
Preferred Other
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
Assistant Director for the Office for Field Education and Community Outreach (new position that has not been posted)
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
There's more to discover IN Indiana! Visit the following link to learn more:
IN Indiana
Department
Interprofessional Community Clinics:900130
Department Information
A vital resource for Indiana for preparing health professionals, the College of Health is moving boldly forward in making interprofessional education, practice and research its paradigm across its disciplines. The College offers 32 academic programs in 7 units: Departments of Counseling
Psychology, Social Psychology, and Counseling; Military Science; Nutrition and Health Science;
Speech Pathology and Audiology; and Social Work plus the Schools of Nursing and Kinesiology.
We are proud to be the academic home for the campus ROTC program, which commissions about 20 officers annually from Ball State and affiliated programs at nearby universities. Our 200 faculty and staff serve nearly 3,000 students. We partner with communities for immersive learning. Our
Interprofessional Community Clinics and the Healthy Lifestyle Center offer health services and health education by faculty-supervised students. These clinics operate as an auxiliary to the college, providing an unusual opportunity for students to learn the business of health care.
Faculty and students contribute to the evidence base for their respective disciplines. Our research is community engaged and features the Center for Peace and Conflict Studies, Human Performance Lab and the Center for Substance Use Research and Community Initiatives. The Fisher Institute for Health and Wellbeing is being re-envisioned as the College’s hub of community engagement. We are committed to inclusive excellence in all we do to contribute to a diverse health professional workforce to decrease health disparities.
Our Health Professions Building, housing most of our academic programs, opened in 2019
with 165,000 square feet and is LEED Gold certified. The School of Kinesiology is housed in
the Health and Physical Activity building, which boasts adjacencies to Worthen Arena, Ball
State Athletics, and the Jo Ann Gora Student Recreation and Wellness Center. Military
Science finds its home in the historic Ball Gymnasium.
Department Email or Phone Number
765-285-5354
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Serve as project manager for the College of Health’s field education support operation.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Develop and oversee operations of the Office for Field Education and Community Outreach ( OFECO ) which includes contract management, student compliance, site acquisition and relationships, community outreach, and professional development offerings. Evaluate and measure the effectiveness of OFECO in terms of supporting the College’s field education and community outreach efforts.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Foster and sustain relationships with external sites and partners in support of student field education , Ball State Health’s community outreach , and mobile health service delivery efforts.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Coordinate with community partners to secure sites for health service delivery and health education, oversee and maintain master outreach/mobile health calendar, including the travel schedule for service delivery teams.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Select, train, and direct staff to ensure goals and objectives of OFECO are achieved.
Ranking
6
Job Duty
Serve as data project manager for OFECO in support of the College’s academic programs, accreditation fulfillment, strategic imperatives, and Ball State Health’s community outreach and mobile health service delivery efforts.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Foster relationships with College of Health faculty and staff to ensure superior communication between the academic programs and the Office of Field Education and Community Outreach.
Ranking
8
Job Duty
Serve as data entry expert and system administrator for all technical software solutions supporting field education.
Ranking
9
Job Duty
In consultation with the University’s Lifetime Learning unit, manage Ball State Health’s professional development programming for non-students, as well as micro-credentials, certificates, and credit opportunities available to students.
Ranking
10
Job Duty
Explore, create, and submit grant proposals in support of the College’s field education endeavors, community outreach and engagement efforts, and/or professional development offerings.
Ranking
11
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202401637P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
01/06/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
10/17/2024
Applications Accepted Through Date
11/15/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
For nominations and questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Tiffany Turner, Assistant Director of Talent Acquisition, at tiffany.turner@bsu.edu .
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter
In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Undergraduate Transcripts
- Master's Transcripts
- Doctorate Transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
Company
Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students
Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.
We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!
The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay.
Company info
- Website
- http://www.cms.bsu.edu/
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