Rhode Island College invites applicants for the position of Director of Partnerships and Placements. This is a full-time, calendar year, continuing position.

The Director of Partnerships and Placements provides strategic leadership for developing, managing, and evaluating partnerships with PK–12 schools, districts, and community organizations to support high-quality clinical experiences for students. The role oversees all field placements, student teaching assignments, internships, and related training programs, ensuring compliance with state, accreditation, and certification requirements. Working closely with faculty, academic leaders, and external partners, the Director strengthens collaborative relationships, supports professional development initiatives, and promotes equity-focused placement opportunities. The position also supervises key staff, resolves placement-related challenges, and leads continuous improvement efforts through data analysis and program assessment. Additionally, the Director monitors candidate outcomes, partnership effectiveness, and regulatory requirements to enhance program quality and student success.

Required qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Education or related field from an accredited institution.

• Prior education administration experience at the departmental, school, or district level.

• Minimum of three years’ experience working in PK-12 schools and higher education, developing relationships, creating partnerships, and conducting professional development.

Preferred qualifications:

• Bilingual

Application deadline:  Open Until Filled

Proposed starting salary:  $90,000-$100,000

For a full job description, which includes additional responsibilities and requirements for the position and application procedures, see https://employment.ric.edu/.  Candidates must apply on-line, using Rhode Island College’s PeopleAdmin Applicant Tracking system.