Competitive Integrated Employment Specialist (CIE)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Idaho in Moscow seeks a Competitive Integrated Employment Specialist (CIE) to support the Vandal QUEST program and deliver job training activities to improve CIE outcomes.

The role collaborates with ECLIPSE personnel to develop and implement training and coaching for students with intellectual or developmental disabilities, advancing post-secondary transitions and career readiness.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering training and/or instruction to individuals with disabilities.
• Experience in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement job training activities to support CIE outcomes.

Skills

Training delivery

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, marketing or related field

Job description

Competitive Integrated Employment Specialist (CIE)

Posting Number: SP005399P

Division/College: College of Education, Health & Human Sciences

Department: Department of Curriculum & Instruction

Location: Moscow

Position Overview

The Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) Specialist of ECLIPSE (Employment Capacity Leveraged through Post-Secondary Education) at the University of Idaho will deliver services to support the Vandal QUEST program. Vandal QUEST (Quality University Experiences to Support Transition) is a post-secondary program for dual-enrolled students with intellectual or developmental disabilities at the University of Idaho. Job training and career development activities to improve CIE outcomes are at the forefront. The CIE Specialist will work with Vandal QUEST and ECLIPSE personnel to develop and implement job training activities.

Required Experience

• Experience delivering training and/or instruction to individuals with disabilities
• Experience in a leadership role

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree in education, marketing or related field

Required Other

• None

Additional Preferred

• Communication and networking skills
• Experience with post-secondary education programs for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Experience facilitating job training activities
• Experience delivering training and/or coaching to support learners
• Experience planning and delivering events

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• None

Degree Requirement

Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Category: Classified

Pay Range: $31.00 per hour or higher depending on experience

Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year - 10 Month

FTE: .846

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Funding: This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No

Posting Date: 08/04/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants: First consideration of applicants to occur August 18, 2026.

Background Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.