Education Licensure/Certification Officer

Field Placement & Licensure

Search 2071 - Posted April 2, 2025

The Licensure Solutions Officer at Emporia State University is a year-round, salaried, administrative position located in Emporia, Kansas.

The Licensure Solutions Officer reports to the Director of the Office of Field Placement and Licensure.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Primary responsibilities may include:
• Process and document licensure applications with the Kansas State Department of Education
• Advise and support students in the Restricted License and LERP programs
• Process waiver applications for advanced licensure programs
• Oversee and maintain data for licensure and accreditation
• Serve as the lead for background check clearance processes for candidates
• Serve as licensing liaison between ESU alums, current student teachers, faculty, staff, and state departments of education
• Serve on committees in The Teachers College or Emporia State
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• 4+ years of related experience at a college or university or a minimum of 4+ years experience as a teacher or administrator in a K-12 school setting
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to learn teacher licensure systems, processes, and assessment reporting in Kansas

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution
• Knowledge of teacher education landscape in the state of Kansas
• Knowledge of operation of university systems and academic education programs
  

COMPENSATION:

• Salary: $43,403 - $54,254 annually
• Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. 

BENEFITS:

Base pay is one component of Emporia State University’s total rewards package. We are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family that include:

• Health Insurance
• Free Dental insurance for employees
• Retirement through the Kansas Board of Regents
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 31 days paid vacation and holiday days
• Tuition reduction and tuition assistance
• Dependent tuition waiver
• For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit here. 

APPLY:

To apply, upload a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts and contact information for three professional references here.

Consideration of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.

A background check and official transcripts are required prior to hire.

For more information

Jose Pavon

HR Professional

jpavon@emporia.edu

Emporia State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other factors which cannot be considered by law.