Job Title: Community Program Coordinator, Intermediate
Location: Social Work
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 605793
Workplace Culture

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Special Information
With your online application attach the following (doc or pdf): 1) cover letter explaining your interest in the position and how your qualify for the postion, 2) resume, and 3) contact information (email and phone number) for three professional references.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Social Work Department Field Education Director, coordinates Social Work Field Education to include planning, implementation, and evaluation of the major functions in the field internship programs. Demonstrates decision-making authority, judgement and independence regarding the organization of Field Education, and originates new concepts or approaches to increase efficiency and service to students and the community. Ensures the implementation of policies and practices, and assists in conducting oversight, review, and analysis of the effectiveness and compliance of the program(s). Makes independent decisions regarding planning, organizing, and scheduling work. Performs work that requires knowledge of administrative/office management practices. Resolves moderately complex administrative problems, independently or with others. This is a 40-hour a week staff position within the Field Education Unit of the Department of Social Work.

Essential Position Responsibilities:

• Assists in the development of program content; monitors program metrics and performance; maintains operation of the program.
• Contributes to the development of program policies and standards.
• Acts as a liaison for program to potential or current volunteers, members, participants, external stakeholders or constituents, and/or community partners.
• Establishes and maintains partnerships and connections with community stakeholders and organizations.
• Ensures program compliance with all applicable university, state, federal, or other laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Distributes, collects, and processes applications, forms, and documents related to the program(s).
• Manage and implement all SWEAP instruments for field placements
• Manage all NAU Affiliation Agreements, including new and renewals. Keep updated database.
• Maintains records of program participants and program data, which may include inputting or updating data in a database.
• Manage all Field Placement Directories and all student field placement files.
• Develop and implement field related evaluations.
• Assist in Field Placement Orientation for both in-person and on-line programs
• Assist in professional development workshops for students facilitated by Field Faculty.
• Meet one on one with BSW and MSW students to prepare for field education through in person or via Zoom interviews and review field applications.
• Managing databases of eligible field students, track progress through the placement process, and secure placement for students in agency internships.
• Prepare field education placement process by crafting information about field education, facilitating information sessions, and scheduling interviews with students.
• Acts as a main point of contact for program participants and other program stakeholders or constituents, including telephone and email communications; answers questions regarding the program; provides conflict resolution, if needed.
• Recruits partners for participation in the program(s).
• Assist in developing partnerships with community organizations, both inside and outside of Arizona, introduce Social Work Field Program, schedule interview with agency, process affiliation paperwork.
• Delivers presentations to communicate information about the program(s) to multiple constituents.
• Advises volunteers, members, participants, external stakeholders or constituents, and/or community partners on program guidelines and details.
• Contact existing partner agencies to identifying internship opportunities each semester and securing placements for student interns.
• Serve as the role of BSW Field Supervisor when appropriate.
• Travel to local agencies may be required.
• Assist with Department of Social Work events and special projects.
• May supervise or oversee student or temporary employees.
• Researches, summarizes, and analyzes information regarding program participation; calculates statistics and compiles data to prepare special and/or recurring reports.
• May be responsible for coordination of events, service projects, and/or recognition in relation to program(s).
• May schedule and participate in meetings or committees on behalf of the program(s).

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, AND
• 2-4 years of relevant experience, OR
• Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work
• Two years post BSW practice
• Program coordination experience
• Familiarity with regional community organization

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of rules, regulations, guidelines, and procedures related to program area.
• Knowledge of budgeting and account reconciliation principles.
• Knowledge of organizational practices and principles.
• Program coordination and execution.
• Coordination of activities, evaluating data, and establishing priorities.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Onbase, Sonia, SWEAP, Zoom, Adobe DC, Qualtrics.
• Works independently.
• Exercises good judgement and professionalism.
• Communicates effectively.
• Promotes a diverse, inclusive environment.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

Under the recent executive order issued by President Biden requiring all employees of federal contractors to receive COVID-19 vaccinations, NAU expects all employees, including new hires, to be vaccinated unless they have an approved medical or religious accommodation. Proof of vaccination will be required by January 18, 2022. For questions about vaccines and medical or religious accommodations, please visit FAQs for Employee Vaccination Requirement.

Background Information

Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check.

Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States.

Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities.

If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.

Salary

Salary range begins at $41,421. Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.

FLSA Status

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.

Benefits

This is a Classified Staff (CLS) position. NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System; paid vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified dependents. More information on benefits at NAU is available on the Human Resources benefits website. Classified Staff employees are in a probationary status for their first six months at NAU.

NAU is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.

Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan). New employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of the pay period following their enrollment, after their employment date. Employees will have 31 days from their start date to enroll in benefits. Additionally, new employees will begin participating in the Arizona State Retirement System, and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it, on the first of the pay period following 6 months after the new employee's start date.

Learning and Development

Your career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunity for professional development. New employee on-boarding training includes courses to be completed within the first 30 days. If your position includes the supervision of a benefit-eligible employee, we offer the NAU Supervisors Academy for you to complete within your first 2 years.

Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship

NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.

Application Deadline

June 2, 2022 at 11:59 p.m.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the Human Resources website or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process please contact the Office of Equity and Access at: 928-523-3312/TDD - 928-523-1006 or PO Box 4083, Flagstaff AZ 86011.

General Information

Northern Arizona University has a student population of 29,569, including approximately 21,000 on its main campus in Flagstaff and the remainder at more than 20 locations statewide and online.

Committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment, NAU has earned a solid reputation as a university with all the features of a large institution but with a personal touch, with a faculty and staff dedicated to each student’s success. All faculty members are expected to promote student learning and help students achieve academic outcomes.

While our emphasis is undergraduate education, we offer a wide range of graduate programs and research. Our institution has carefully integrated on-campus education with distance learning, forming seamless avenues for students to earn degrees.

Flagstaff has a population of about 70,000, rich in cultural diversity. Located at the base of the majestic San Francisco Peaks, Flagstaff is 140 miles north of Phoenix at intersection of Interstate 17 and Interstate 40.

For information about diversity, access and equity at NAU, see the Center for University Access and Inclusion webpage.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

EEO is the Law Poster and Supplements

NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.