Program Specialist 2-CMSD

About Eastern Washington University:

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWU's 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington's second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor's and master's degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

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Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place---the knowledge that comes from the land.

Job Summary:

The Communication Sciences and Disorders Department (CMSD) at Eastern Washington University is currently seeking applicants for a Program Specialist 2 - Communication Sciences and Disorders, Speech & Language Clinic.

This position will provide administrative management within the department's clinic. The position will report to the department chair and will provide support to the clinic director and operations manager.

Independently coordinates operational support functions for the CMSD clinic, including performing a variety of complex and varied administrative support functions for clients and students, such as tracking students' immunization records, training, and supervision hours using a third party, scheduling clients, acting as the main contact for the clinic, and other duties as assigned. The position may be required to assist with like clinic administrative duties in other College of Health Sciences & Public Health departments.

The position is expected to exercise independent judgment in developing, modifying, and maintaining multiple record keeping and reporting systems for varied and complex sources of student activities; interpreting and applying rules and regulations to resolve problems; advise faculty and staff regarding applicable policies and procedures, and recommend alternative courses of action. Position uses established procedures in performing administrative tasks, and ensures work is in conformance with regulations, policies and standards.

The position requires a high degree of personal initiative, flexibility, and personal judgment in all assignments, along with strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to organize and prioritize tasks to ensure smooth workflow,