Florida Gulf Coast University
Job Summary
The OPS Field Placement Assistant provides administrative and
operational support for field placement activities within the
School of Behavioral Health and Social Services. The position
assists with data management, communication with students and
community partners, maintenance of placement records, and support
of field education operations. This position works closely with
faculty, students, and field placement sites to ensure accurate
records and efficient coordination of field placement
processes.
Job Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform data entry and maintain student, site, and placement
records in electronic databases and tracking systems.
Review, audit, and update field placement databases to ensure
accuracy, completeness, and compliance with program
requirements.
Generate reports and assist with basic data analysis related to
field placement activities.
Communicate with students regarding placement documentation,
deadlines, and program requirements.
Contact field placement sites and community agencies to obtain
information, verify records, and support placement coordination
efforts.
Assist faculty and field placement personnel with tracking
student placements, site information, and affiliation
documentation.
Organize and maintain electronic files, spreadsheets, and
databases.
Provide administrative support for field placement operations
and special projects.
Attend meetings as requested and provide follow-up
documentation when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience with data entry, database management, or
administrative support.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly
Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Social Services, Education,
Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience working in higher education, healthcare, counseling,
social services, or a related environment.
- Experience with database management systems, student
information systems, Exxat, or similar platforms.
- Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting data.
- Experience communicating with community agencies, students,
faculty, and other stakeholders.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to analyze information and identify data
discrepancies.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with students, faculty, staff, and external
partners.
- Proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, and electronic
record-keeping systems.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive
information.
- Knowledge of counseling, social work, behavioral health, or
human services settings.
FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal
Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or
protected veteran status.
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.fgcu.edu/jobs/ops-field-placement-assistant-fort-myers-florida-united-states
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