Job Description

Central Washington University is recruiting a Westside Teacher Education Program Coordinator (Program Coordinator) to join our Education, Development, Teaching and Learning team in Des Moines, Washington. This role is an important member of our team as they enhance the vision for the University. The role is a campus-based position, which means you get to see the lives you are impacting. We're offering a salary, depending on experience, from $40,512 - $53,964 annually plus the awesome CWU benefits.

Who we are:

We are a team of individuals committed to Changing Students' Lives. No matter what job, each of us plays a part in supporting and empowering our students to fulfill their dreams.  

Working in higher education provides career growth and career choice. Think of a university campus like a mini city, operating across 380 acres. You'll find diverse academics, libraries, athletics and sporting events, full service and quick serve dining, conferences and events from small to large, recreation centers, housing, health services, police and public safety for the campus population of ~10,000 students.

Central Washington University has been named a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Top Producing Institution for the 2022-2023 academic year. In addition, for the seventh time in eight years, CWU is a recipient of the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. Come join us on our journey to encourage, inspire, and create spaces where all identities thrive on campus.

Tour our campus in Ellensburg here. www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjdhOegDa9A

What we offer:

Our investment in you begins the day you join our team, a healthy and successful future for you is important to us. We offer medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, tuition assistance for you and your dependents, discounts across town, an employee assistance program for individualized counseling, and a wellness incentive program. Learn more: Benefits, Perks, and Leave.

The Role:

The Westside Teacher Education Program Coordinator will coordinate undergraduate School of Education (SOE) programs at the westside CWU Centers located in Des Moines and Pierce County, WA, with primary responsibility for the bilingual education/dual language and related education programs.  Responsibilities include providing pre-major information to prospective education students, planning and coordinating program-specific student support services, developing and implementing program recruitment and marketing, and maintaining relationships with regional school districts and community partners. All employees are expected to facilitate CWU's commitment to diversity and to bring and support inclusion into the university environment. This position is located in Des Moines, WA.

Westside Program Coordination
- Coordinate westside education programs. Independently provide pre-major information and support to prospective students for undergraduate SOE programs located at westside CWU Centers
- Track prospective students' program admission requirements and support students in navigating transfer admissions, financial aid, and SOE program and teacher certification requirements
- Serve as first point of contact for program inquiries and independently respond to inquiries from students, faculty, staff, and school/community partners regarding westside education programs
- Plan, schedule, and conduct site orientations in collaboration with centers and SOE faculty and staff
- Monitor course and program needs and provide information and recommendations to Academic Advisors and Departments
- Maintain updated program documents, materials, and website
- Plan and coordinate student services (e.g., Career Services support) for education students at westside centers
- Support student retention by collaborating with centers and Advising staff to connect students with regional community and university resources as needed
- Exercise independent judgement in interpreting and applying rules, policies, procedures, etc.
 -Attend meetings as program representative
- Resolve problems

Communication and Recruitment
- Develop and execute a program recruiting and marketing plan for the westside centers, including collaborating with the SOE to develop marketing materials and attending recruiting events in the region
- Establish and maintain connections with key external personnel including community college advisors, faculty, and regional school districts
- Direct the work of student employees

- Perform other duties as assigned

• Experience working with diverse populations that are representative of the communities surrounding CWU Des Moines and Pierce County
• Experience effectively organizing multiple work assignments involving competing priorities to produce work products that are accurate and of high quality
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Experience that demonstrates the ability to use Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook) and/or similar software applications to create complex documents, create, modify, and format spreadsheets, and organize shared resources and documents
• Demonstrated ability and/or experience working with students and/or co-workers from a wide range of abilities, backgrounds and experiences
• OR applicable combination of education and/or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position

Preferred Qualifications

• Spanish language proficiency
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited organization
• Experience with elementary, bilingual, and/or dual-language teacher education at the P-12 or higher education levels
• Experience developing and sustaining partnerships between higher education systems and P-12 public schools or community organizations
• Experience and/or interest in developing and implementing programs that promote diversity in teacher education and/or access and equity in higher education
• Experience in project management, assessment, and/or data
• Ability to incorporate multicultural perspectives and issues into everyday conversations

Competencies

• Accountability/Dependability: Accepts responsibility for quality of own work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Shows up on time, meets standards, deadlines and work schedules.
• Judgement: Makes timely, informed decisions. Analyzes options and determines appropriate course of action.
• Teamwork: Promotes cooperation and mutual support to achieve goals. Encourages participation and mutual support.
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Responds positively to changing business needs and responsibilities. Adapts approach and methods to achieve results; recovers quickly from setbacks and finds alternatives.
• Commitment to Diversity: Recognizes the value of diversity and helps create environment that supports and embraces diversity.

Don't meet every single requirement? At CWU we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. This may be the job for you!

Salary: This position is based on the range 40 of the Washington State Classification Listing, which has a minimum annual salary of $40,512 and maximum annual salary of $53,964. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. 

Schedule/Appointment: Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm (1 hour lunch) / PSE Bargaining Unit 4 / This grant funded position is currently funded through June 30, 2025. Continuation of this position past 06/30/2025 is contingent upon renewed funding being obtained. 

Working Conditions: Work is performed in an indoor office setting with frequent in-person interactions. It is essential to be able to remain at a desk/computer workstation for prolonged periods of time, perform extensive data entry and other computer-related tasks and create/maintain filing systems for departmental records. Some evening or weekend work may be required. Periodic travel will be required.

Benefits: CWU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, life and disability insurance, along with vacation and sick leave plans depending on employment classification. For additional information please visit Benefits, Perks, and Leave. 

An employee of CWU may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program if the employee has student loans. To learn more, visit: https://ofm.wa.gov/state-human-resources/public-service-loan-forgiveness-program.

To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application and attach:

• A detailed cover letter clearly demonstrating how your education and experience: (a) meet the required (and, as applicable, preferred) qualifications, and (b) demonstrate the ability to perform the responsibilities as described by the posting; 
   
• Resume including work history, education, training; and
   
• Contact information for three professional references.

Screening Begins: May 12, 2024

**Priority will be given to applications received by the screening date. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Name: Craig Hughes
Title: Professor/Search Chair
Email: Craig.Hughes@cwu.edu
Phone: (509)963-1269
Website: www.cwu.edu/academics/teaching-learning/edtl-mission-values-and-vision.php

Please contact Human Resources at hr@cwu.edu or 509-963-1202 if you require technical assistance with the on-line application process. 

Background Check/Reference Check Process:

Prior to employment, final candidate(s) will be required to sign a Sexual Misconduct disclosure in pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 and submit to a background check. All information obtained through background investigations will be strictly confidential and revealed only to those required to have access.

This position is part of a Public School Employees of Washington (PSE) bargaining unit.

The seniority date for the selected applicant shall be set in accordance with Article 43.2 of the Public School Employees (PSE) collective bargaining agreement.

Notice to Prospective Employees:

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Statement

Central Washington University is an EEO/AA/Title IX Institution. Central Washington University's policies and practices affirm and actively promote the rights of all individuals to equal opportunity in education and employment. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, disability, or status as a protected veteran is prohibited. The university provides an internal procedure for reporting discrimination and affords protection against retaliation for participating in the complaint process. Central Washington University complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and executive orders including when soliciting bids and in the fulfillment of all contracts with governmental agencies. Direct related inquiries to Civil Rights Compliance, 202 Barge Hall, Ellensburg, WA 98926-7501; Telephone 509-963-2050; or email crc@cwu.edu.

DEI Statement

Justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion are all core to CWU's mission, vision and values to increase access to higher education for everyone regardless of identity. At CWU we work to ensure everyone's voice is not only heard but recognized and valued. We consistently strive to provide a safe, welcoming, and forward-thinking institution for all employees, students, and community members.

Reasonable Accommodations

Central Washington University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact Human Resources at HR@cwu.edu or call 509-963-1202. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

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