Secondary & Elementary Education Program Coordinator

College of Professional Studies
Job #536286
First Review Date: Monday, April 15, 2024

Open Until Filled

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(Job # 536286) Student Services Professional II, Secondary & Elementary Education Program Coordinator, Salary Range: $4,610 - $6,556; Hiring Range: $4,610 - $4,840. This is a full-time, benefited, exempt, 12-month pay plan permanent position with a one-year probationary period in the College of Professional Studies. This position comes with a premium benefits package that includes outstanding vacation, medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, voluntary pre-tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts, a fee waiver education program, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and 14 paid holidays per year. Additional benefits information can be found at https://hraps.humboldt.edu/employee-benefits.

Position Summary:

The School of Education Secondary & Elementary Education Program Coordinator job objectives include participating in student recruitment, advising current and prospective credential candidates, coordinating the admission process, arranging clinical practice and student teaching placements, conducting, and maintaining student field placements, and working with the University Fieldwork Supervisors.

Key Responsibilities:

Inform and monitor applicants through the admission process:

• Plan, schedule, and facilitate public orientation and recruitment meetings.
• Advise potential applicants about admission procedures and regulations.
• Correspond with individuals seeking information about the program.
• Coordinate and co-facilitate the screening interviews for candidate admissions.
• Advise and direct students through the appeals process.
• Notify students of their admission status.
• Monitor completion of admission packets
• Monitor candidates' completion of CCTC requirements prior to full-time apprentice teaching.

Oversee the fieldwork placement sites, coordinate accommodations and maintain records:

• Disseminate information regarding the credential program and the field site placements.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct orientation meetings to help students prepare for the field placement process.
• Arrange local and distance placements, or alternative placements when necessary.
• Identifies schools, mentors, and supervisors for distance students and secures MOUs with those districts.
• Corresponds with cooperating districts and Schools of Education at other universities regarding fieldwork placements.
• Monitor and maintain records of candidates' fieldwork placements and completion of fieldwork requirements.
• Monitor and maintain records of supervisor contacts with apprentice teachers and interns.
• Maintain collaboration, instruction and support to University Supervisors:
• Design and conduct orientations, trainings, and regular meetings for University Supervisors
• Provide guidance and support to University Supervisors in their work with student teachers and mentors.
• Make sure all documents are distributed to supervisors in a timely manner and monitor supervisors to ensure paperwork is returned on time.
• Update supervisors and candidates on CCTC, HSU, and credential program policies, regulations, and procedures
• Review and revise forms and handbook to accurately reflect current policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of application packets, candidate files, and credential check packets.
• Verify fieldwork and extended student teaching and undergraduate fieldwork.
• Deal with fieldwork-related issues, with Program Leader support if needed.
• Responsible for organization and support of on-going accreditation and assessment documentation for the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, the California State University system and Humboldt State University, including data collection, organization and dissemination.

Other Duties as Assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Associated with this Position Include:

Experience:

Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; experience should give evidence of competence and indicate the potential for further growth. A master’s degree in a job‑related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.

Education:

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job‑related field. Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of the practices, procedures and activities of the program to which assigned.
• General knowledge of the methods and problems of organizational and program management.
• General knowledge of research and interview techniques; and of the principles of individual and group behavior.
• Ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations.
• Use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements.
• Obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews.
• Reason logically; collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on these data.
• Advise students individually and in groups on routine matters where required.
• Recognize multicultural, multisexed and multi‑aged value systems and work accordingly.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations, private and public agencies and others in committee work, and student advising and community contacts.
• Rapidly acquire a general knowledge of the overall operation, functions, and programs of the campus to which assigned.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions and carry through actions having implications with regard to other program or service areas Services Office.
• Knowledge and understanding of the California teacher credentialing process, procedures, and policies.
• Elementary education and Secondary education credential program courses, fieldwork processes, and schools (both locally and throughout California).
• Effective organizational skills.
• Lead direction or training experience; counseling and/or conflict management skills.
• Excellent rapid touch-typing skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.

Preferred Qualifications:

All of the above mentioned qualifications/skills along with a California teaching credential, M.A. in Education or related field, experience teaching in a public school.

Application Procedure: To apply, qualified candidates must electronically submit the following materials by clicking the Apply Now button:

• Letter of Interest
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for at least three professional references.

Application Deadline: The deadline to submit application materials before first review is 11:55 p.m. on Sunday, April 14, 2024.

Any inquiries about this recruitment can be directed to careers@humboldt.edu or Cal Poly Humboldt’s Human Resources Office at (707) 826-3626.

We acknowledge that Cal Poly Humboldt is located on the unceded lands of the Wiyot people, where they have resided from time immemorial. We encourage all to gain a deeper understanding of their history and thriving culture. As an expression of our gratitude we are genuinely committed to developing trusting, reciprocal, and long lasting partnerships with the Wiyot people as well as all of our neighboring tribes. Cal Poly Humboldt was the first campus in the California State University system to offer a stand-alone major in Native American Studies.

Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to enriching its educational environment and its culture through the diversity of its staff, faculty, and administration. Persons with interest and experience in helping organizations set and achieve goals relative to diversity and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply.

Working in the state of California is a condition of employment for this position. Even if part or all of an employee's assignment can be performed remotely, the employee must maintain a permanent residence in the state of California. The employee must be able to accept on-campus work assignment, as assigned, and come to campus when needed.

CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measure established by each campus. The systemwide policy can be found at CSU Vaccination Policy and any questions you have may be submitted to hr@humboldt.edu.

Cal Poly Humboldt hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. This position may be considered a “Campus Security Authority”, pursuant to the Clery Act, and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1107 a condition of employment.

CAL POLY HUMBOLDT IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS (e.g. H1-B VISAS)

Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) is required prior to the appointment date. Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check, employment verification, and education verification) is required for employment. Cal Poly Humboldt will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or if it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.  Certain positions may also require a credit check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service. Failure to satisfactorily complete or adverse findings from a background check may affect the employment status of candidates or continued employment of current CSU employees who are being considered for the position.

Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and endeavors to employ faculty and staff of the highest quality reflecting the ethnic and cultural diversity of the state. Additional information about Cal Poly Humboldt can be found at www.humboldt.edu.

Cal Poly Humboldt is a Title IX/Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.  Mandated Reporting: This position may be considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Additionally, all CSU staff and faculty receive training annually on their obligations in responding to and reporting incidents of sexual harassment and sexual violence. You will be notified by email when you are required to take this mandated training.

Class Code: 3082
Publication Date:   3/26/2024