The Department of Communication Disorders and Sciences is home to faculty and staff members dedicated to providing students with engaging required classes for future speech-language pathologists.  We offer a 62 credit two-year master's degree program in which the graduate students have the opportunity to enroll in elective courses, and experience three clinic semesters and two 8-10 week clinic externships in the final spring semester. The B.S. in Communication Disorders and Sciences offers three clinically oriented courses, and opportunities to enroll as a minor in several specialty areas.  We are also home to the largest full-time graduate program on campus with ~50 students and our undergraduate enrollment of up to 60 students. 

Our on-campus clinic and classes within the department allow students to experience community engagement, global initiatives, and the chance to work with local 'experts' on a professional level.  The Henry Youngerman Center for Communication Disorders is a full-service outpatient diagnostic and treatment center offering Speech and Audiology services.

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive compensation plus comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, and vision insurance and retirement plan options including a fixed pension plan or a 401(A) with generous employer contributions;
• Paid leave provisions including sick and holiday leave; impressive educational benefits including tuition-free study plus supplemental tuition aid;
• A rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of their personal life, including professional development programs and services, employee EAP and wellness programs, discounted membership to the on-campus fitness center, and access to the Campus and Community Child Care Center.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Clinic Director, the successful candidate will:

• Supervise, educate and guide students in the areas of prevention, diagnostics, therapy, and counseling regarding communication disorders;
• Assist clinic director with student placements and student clinical evaluations;
• Assist with administering and overseeing CDS clinical programs, including community screenings;
• Assist with gathering ASHA clinic (Audiology and Speech) assessment data to present at yearly assessment meeting;
• Display effective communication and interaction skills;
• Display effective time management and organizational skills;
• Be aware of, understand, and follow all university policies.

This is a full time 12-month, permanent, professional, SL3 Senior Staff Assistant, UUP represented position starting in the Fall 2025 semester with a salary range of $68,000-$73,000, commensurate with experience.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Fredonia prides itself on an outstanding workforce. To continually support organizational excellence, the University conducts background screens on applicants.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree, CCC-SLP, New York State License;
• Three years' experience as an ASHA certified Speech Language Pathologist;
• Experience supervising students;
• Previous experience working with diverse populations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience working with adults;
• Previous experience working with children;
• Experience with service billing insurance companies;
• Administrative/leadership experience;
• Effective communication, organizational and time management skills.

About SUNY Fredonia

The State University of New York at Fredonia is one of the crown jewels in the 64-campus State University of New York system. Founded in 1826, Fredonia is a highly ranked comprehensive, selective, public, residential, liberal arts university that enrolls approximately 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students in 80+ majors and 50+ minors. Fredonia is consistently ranked as a top public university for academics, value, and social mobility. Fredonia is known for its strong academic programs, professional, award-winning faculty, a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere, and a strong focus on student success. The 256-acre campus, known for beautiful green spaces and attractive architecture, is located one mile from the shore of Lake Erie in beautiful Western New York with ready access to fishing, swimming, and lakefront attractions. Fredonia is centrally located between several large metropolitan areas. It is one hour south of Buffalo and Niagara Falls, 45 minutes north of Erie, PA, and just 2 ½ hours from Pittsburgh, Cleveland, or Toronto. Fredonia is a safe village community with beautiful Victorian homes situated in the heart of Western New York wine country. The location affords res...idents all four authentic weather seasons; warm and sunshine-filled, yet comfortable spring and summer, vibrant colors across rolling hills with the changing leaves of autumn, and the picturesque landscapes and accompanying outdoor activities of winter. SUNY provides a competitive salary and benefits package. Fredonia's faculty and staff focus on ensuring that all students will achieve the Institutional Learning Goals: -SKILLED Develop Intellectual and Applied Skills, Literacies and Knowledge -CONNECTED Engage Community and Diversity: Local Stewardship, Global Citizenship -CREATIVE Demonstrate Scholarship, Artistry, and Innovation -RESPONSIBLE Activate Sustainability, Ethics, Leadership, and Professionalism.

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