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Program Specialist 2 - RIDE Program (Part-Time)

Position Number: 6475682
Location: Cheney, WA
Position Type: Medicine - Dentistry

Program Specialist 2 - RIDE Program (Part-Time)

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 regions polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWUs 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washingtons 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 bachelors and masters 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.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a 24-25 College of Distinction (CoD).

Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2024.

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 dAlene 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.

Job Summary:

The Regional Initiatives in Dental Education (RIDE) Program at Eastern Washington University (EWU) is seeking skilled and team-oriented applicants for our Program Specialist 2 (Part Time) position. The RIDE Program is a collaboration between EWU and the University of Washington School of Dentistry (UWSOD). This position will act as the program liaison and provide consultation to program participants and outside entities regarding functions of program. This position will perform work using knowledge and experience specific to the RIDE program and exercise independent judgment in interpreting and applying rules and regulations. Position will interpret, review, and apply program specific policies and procedures. Position will interpret, review, and apply program specific policies and procedures.

The Program Specialist 2 will interact with faculty, staff, students, administrators, and external stakeholders and must have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. They must also possess excellent time management skills and have the ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines. The role requires a blend of organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position.

The salary for this position is $22,956 (minimum) - $26,448. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on qualifications, education, experience, and skills. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/ .

Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. Screening of applications will begin on September 4, 2025. A three-day notice will be provided prior to closure of recruitment. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.

Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors degree (any field) OR 3 years of relevant experience as a program assistant, administrative assistant, academic support, or a related field
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively both independently and collaboratively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with students, faculty, and external stakeholders
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) with the ability to learn new platforms and applications as necessary
Demonstrated ability to apply a responsive and flexible approach that is supportive of the needs including universal access of our students, faculty, staff and the public

Preferred Qualifications:

Higher education experience
Experience in dental education or other healthcare related setting
Experience with software systems such as Canvas, Concur, Banner
Experience with recruitment or other types of student outreach activities
Experience with data collection, compiling data, preparing, and disseminating reports

Other Skills and Abilities:

Office-based with occasional requirements to attend events, meetings, or clinical environments
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing various programmatic responsibilities

Job Duties:
Program Coordination & Support (70%):

Conducting day-to-day office operations including answering phone calls, responding promptly to emails, and completing printing and copying tasks as needed for program participants
Act as a liaison between faculty, staff, students, and external partners; providing guidance and addressing any questions related to academic requirements, deadlines, program activities, or program policies and procedures.
Provide classroom support for faculty and lab staff and help resolving minor technology issues
Assist with the ordering and maintenance of supplies and equipment
Assist Director and Operations Manager as requested with assignments dealing with things such as student records, travel requests, budget, scheduling, or other special projects.
Meets regularly with outside entities regarding the implementation of program policies; participates in establishing program standards, identifying areas for program development.
Help to monitor and maintain website information to ensure it is updated and accurate
Other related duties as assigned

Percent of Time: 70

Student Support (25%):

Assist Operations Manager and serve as a resource for students providing guidance and addressing any questions related to academic requirements, program activities, or program policies and procedures
Assist students in accessing services and troubleshooting problems, determine which entity to contact (Gonzaga, EWU, the University of Washington) and coordinate with them to resolve issues.
Assist Operations Manager with the orientation of new students to ensure they understand program requirements and resources available.
Other related duties as assigned

Percent of Time: 25

Event and Meeting Coordination (5%):

Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of events, workshops, & other activities including logistical support such as scheduling, coordinating materials, and handling registration.
Attend team meetings and travel occasionally to attend meetings and recruiting events
Assist with the development and preparation of promotional materials designed to inform and recruit student participants; conduct presentations at student recruitment events and orientation meetings.
Other related duties as assigned

Percent of Time: 5
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. Online training can be accessed at https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/orientation/ or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on our Human Resources site: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/

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.

Salary Information:

The salary for this position is $22,956 (minimum) - $26,448. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on qualifications, education, experience, and skills.

Posting Date: 08/14/2025
Open Until Further Notice: Yes
Closing Date:
Screening to Begin: September 4, 2025

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Submit your application materials through our online applications portal provided below. If you are unable to submit through the applicant portal, please contact Human Resources Services at (509) 359-2381.

To apply, visit https://jobs.hr.ewu.edu/postings/13859