Program Specialist 2 - C99224

Eastern Washington University

Spokane (WA)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 31,000

Part time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

13 paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Job summary

EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY invites applications for a part-time (50%), 12-month Program Specialist 2 in the Department of Public Health and Health Services Administration (PHHA).

The PS2 will support general program advising, assessments, student recruitment, and coordination of services across MPH and certificates. Responsibilities include coordinating operations, accreditation support, and applied practice experiences.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; two years of relevant experience preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal abilities.
Proficiency with MS Office and calendar, data handling, and basic databases will help in daily tasks.

Responsibilities

Oversees day-to-day program operations within delegated authority.
Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates operations and activities for multiple programs.
Interprets and applies program policies; develops plans for program activities; coordinates resources.
Assesses program needs and makes recommendations to department chair.
Serves as program liaison with participants, faculty, and external entities; advises students.
Supports accreditation efforts by collecting and organizing assessment data.
Facilitates Applied Practice Experiences for MPH and HCAD programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Title:

Program Specialist 2 - C99224

Location:

Spokane

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Work Schedule Type:

Regular

Work Schedule:

Typically 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM Monday through Thursday, with occasional evenings/weekends related to special events

Term of Appointment:

12 Months

Job Summary:

The College of Health Science and Public Health (CHSPH) at Eastern Washington University (EWU) invites applications for a part-time (50%), 12-month program specialist 2 of Public Health in the Department of Public Health and Health Services Administration (PHHA).

The Program Specialist 2 (PS2) for the Department of Public Health and Healthcare Administration (PHHA) is responsible for general programmatic advising, program assessment activities at the direction of the chair, student recruitment activities, and for coordinating program services and resources for multiple programs. Current PHHA programs include the Master of Public Health (MPH), the graduate certificates in public health and healthcare administration, the BS in healthcare administration (HCAD), including the long-term care option, and the minor in healthcare administration. The position requires performance of tasks and application of knowledge unique to the programs. The supervisor for this position is the chair of the Department of PHHA.

In summary, the duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Oversees day-to-day program operations and resolves problems within assigned scope of authority;
Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates operations of the assigned programs as delegated by the chair;
Interprets, reviews and applies program policies and procedures, and develops plans for carrying out program activities;
Assesses the needs of the programs and makes recommendations to the department chair
Serves as the program liaison, has extensive contact with program participants, and provides advising and consultation to students, faculty, and outside entities regarding the programs;
Supports departmental efforts to maintain accreditation of programs, including collecting and organizing assessment data.
Facilitates all applied practice experiences for the MPH and HCAD programs.

A full description of the duties can be found in the job duties section of this posting.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative and caring faculty and staff committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to excellence in serving the community.

The salary for this position is $23,418 (minimum) up to $31,290.

In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and disability insurance and retirement. In addition,EWUoffers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 13 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discountedEWUsports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation throughSTAbuses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits-briefing/benefits/insurance/

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. As the region’s polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands‑on learning that leads to in-demand careers. 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, theSIERRbuilding which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences. In addition,EWUprograms 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.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement:

At Eastern Washington University, we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d’Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land.

Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community.

At EWU, we are committed to reflecting on and acknowledging the historical injustices of genocide and the forced removal of tribal peoples and all our relatives. EWU recognizes and honors tribal sovereignty and government to government relationships with tribes.

From here forward, EWU will remain committed to supporting, honoring, and recognizing the Native American community and the dynamic contributions that are shared with our university.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

Conditions of Employment:

This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.

All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees’ Collective Bargaining Agreement: https://in.ewu.edu/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/05/WFSE-EWU-CBA-Barg.-Units-1-and-2-2025-2027_2024-12-02.pdf

After starting employment, employees will complete the required training via Canvas. The Office of Employee Belonging, Development, and Leadership will reach out to you concerning Workplace Belonging training and asynchronous New Employee Orientation.

Note: Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.

Physical Demands:

Contact Human Resources to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis which will describe conditions of employment, such as physical demands.

Protective Equipment:

University, local, regional, and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree
At least two years of relevant experience, including all of the following:
- Responsibility for program procedures beyond entry-level work, including developing, overseeing, organizing, implementing, evaluating outcomes and modifying tasks.
- Experience and demonstrated ability to provide support to multiple individuals with overlapping needs and deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Written communication skills will be evaluated based on the submitted application materials.
Demonstrated superior interpersonal skills, including ability to develop and foster strong working relationships both within and outside the organization.
Demonstrated competency in computer skills, including use of MS Office applications for word processing, spreadsheets, databases, records maintenance, form development and use, and calendar, with a willingness to learn platforms and applications as they emerge.
Demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach that supports the diverse needs, including universal accessibility, of our students, faculty, staff and the public.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in health care or public health related.
Work experience in one or more of the following:
- Healthcare Administration
- Public Health
- Any other health care related program
- Any kind of field placement program

Proposed Job Duties & Responsibilities

Program Administration and Operations Management (25%)

Coordinate program services and resources oversee day-to-day program operations
Develop plans for program activities
Interpret and apply policies and procedures
Maintain websites, Canvas hubs, student handbooks, and program materials
Coordinate scheduling, room reservations, and textbook orders
Attend and prepare minutes of program, department and advisory board meetings, respond to inquiries and resolve problems and other duties as assigned

Student Services, Advising, and Admissions Support (20%)

General program advising; provide course mapping to students
Answer program inquiries
Support admissions processes
Maintain admissions information
Serve as a resource to current and prospective students
Refer students to faculty as appropriate and other duties as assigned.

Accreditation, Assessment, and Data Management (20%)

Collect and organize assessment data
Assist with accreditation requirements (CEPH, AUPHA, NAB)
Maintain accreditation documentation
Support curriculum and internship data tracking
Prepare reports and records and other duties as assigned

Applied Practice Experience and Internship Coordination (15%)

Coordinate Applied Practice Experiences (APE) and HCAD internships
Assist faculty with internship oversight
Answer student questions regarding internship requirements
Coordinate affiliation agreements with sites as requested and other duties as assigned

Recruitment, Outreach, and Community Relations (10%)

Participate in orientations, preview days, major’s fairs, admitted student events, NeighborFest, alumni events, and community engagement activities
Represent the department during recruitment and retention efforts and other duties as assigned

Event Planning and Special Projects (10%)