Illinois Department of Human Services
Job Requisition ID: 58973 Opening Date: 10/01/2026 Closing Date: 10/15/2026 Agency: Department of Human Services Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070) Skill Option: Special License - Social Worker/Clinical Social Worker Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Salary: $9,732 - $11,469 per month ($116,784 - $137,628 per year) Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: None Merit Comp Code: Term Appointment/ Agency Work Hours : Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability : Not available, fully in office Headquarter Location : 1401 W Dugdale Rd, Waukegan, Illinois, 60085
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Kiley Developmental Center
Clinical Services
To be considered, applicants must apply through our official website: https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job-invite/58973/
A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.
When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Clinical Director for the Kiley Developmental Center located in Waukegan, Illinois. The incumbent will be responsible for all clinical psycho-social and habilitative programs and active treatment, development and rehabilitation of persons with a developmental disability. The Clinical Director will coordinate activities of clinical programs with nursing and medical staff, develop, establish, and implement goals and objectives for the center’s Strategic Plan for all clinical programs. At Kiley Developmental Center, we strive to provide equitable access to social/human services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve.
Essential Functions
Serves as Clinical Director for the Kiley Developmental Center.
Develops and implements contemporary psychological/clinical programs.
Serves as a full-line supervisor.
Attends treatment team meetings on a regular basis and provides treatment team staff with guidance and direction in optimal treatment planning.
Writes, reviews and maintains various facility manuals which govern the areas of Admissions and Discharges, Clinical Assessment, Treatment Planning and Patient Care Monitoring.
Serves and participates on various facility committees.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a master’s degree in social work from an accredited school of Social Work.
Requires four (4) years progressively responsible administrative experience in a recognized social services agency.
Requires licensure by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation as a licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Preferred Qualifications
Four (4) years of professional experience developing, implementing and maintaining a system for monitoring clinical/psychological programs and activities in the treatment/development and habilitation of persons with developmental disabilities.
Four (4) years of professional experience providing clinical consultation on service delivery and active treatment relative to developmental disability policies and procedures.
Three (3) years of professional experience developing, interpreting and ensuring implementation of policies and procedures for a public or private organization.
Four (4) years of professional experience providing training and instruction to professional staff on the philosophy and goals for a clinical services program and current treatment technologies.
Three (3) years of professional experience developing reports for a public or private organization.
Three (3) years of professional experience communicating in oral and written form with internal and external stakeholders regarding issues dealing with mental health policies, procedures, staff, legislation and interagency agreements for a public or private organization.
Conditions of Employment
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
Requires the ability to serve on-call as Administrator on Duty (AOD) on a rotation basis.
Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
Requires the ability to utilize office equipment in the performance of job duties.
Requires the ability to obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate and perform CPR.
Requires the ability to physically engage in restraints.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following: • A Pension Program • Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance • 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually • 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year) • 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment) *Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable) • 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years • Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position) • 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave • Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan • Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility • GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions • Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only) For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
Job Requisition ID: 58973 Opening Date: 10/01/2026 Closing Date: 10/15/2026 Agency: Department of Human Services Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070) Skill Option: Special License - Social Worker/Clinical Social Worker Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Salary: $9,732 - $11,469 per month ($116,784 - $137,628 per year) Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: None Merit Comp Code: Term Appointment/ Agency Work Hours : Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability : Not available, fully in office Headquarter Location : 1401 W Dugdale Rd, Waukegan, Illinois, 60085
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Kiley Developmental Center
Clinical Services
To be considered, applicants must apply through our official website: https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job-invite/58973/
A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.
When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Clinical Director for the Kiley Developmental Center located in Waukegan, Illinois. The incumbent will be responsible for all clinical psycho-social and habilitative programs and active treatment, development and rehabilitation of persons with a developmental disability. The Clinical Director will coordinate activities of clinical programs with nursing and medical staff, develop, establish, and implement goals and objectives for the center’s Strategic Plan for all clinical programs. At Kiley Developmental Center, we strive to provide equitable access to social/human services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve.
Essential Functions
Serves as Clinical Director for the Kiley Developmental Center.
Develops and implements contemporary psychological/clinical programs.
Serves as a full-line supervisor.
Attends treatment team meetings on a regular basis and provides treatment team staff with guidance and direction in optimal treatment planning.
Writes, reviews and maintains various facility manuals which govern the areas of Admissions and Discharges, Clinical Assessment, Treatment Planning and Patient Care Monitoring.
Serves and participates on various facility committees.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a master’s degree in social work from an accredited school of Social Work.
Requires four (4) years progressively responsible administrative experience in a recognized social services agency.
Requires licensure by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation as a licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Preferred Qualifications
Four (4) years of professional experience developing, implementing and maintaining a system for monitoring clinical/psychological programs and activities in the treatment/development and habilitation of persons with developmental disabilities.
Four (4) years of professional experience providing clinical consultation on service delivery and active treatment relative to developmental disability policies and procedures.
Three (3) years of professional experience developing, interpreting and ensuring implementation of policies and procedures for a public or private organization.
Four (4) years of professional experience providing training and instruction to professional staff on the philosophy and goals for a clinical services program and current treatment technologies.
Three (3) years of professional experience developing reports for a public or private organization.
Three (3) years of professional experience communicating in oral and written form with internal and external stakeholders regarding issues dealing with mental health policies, procedures, staff, legislation and interagency agreements for a public or private organization.
Conditions of Employment
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
Requires the ability to serve on-call as Administrator on Duty (AOD) on a rotation basis.
Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
Requires the ability to utilize office equipment in the performance of job duties.
Requires the ability to obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate and perform CPR.
Requires the ability to physically engage in restraints.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following: • A Pension Program • Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance • 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually • 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year) • 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment) *Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable) • 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years • Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position) • 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave • Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan • Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility • GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions • Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only) For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
Pennsylvania Western University
Field Services Coordinator - PennWest California Campus
Pennsylvania Western University, California
Posting Number: S392P
Posting Text:
Job Title: Field Services Coordinator - PennWest California Campus
Type of Employment: Full Time
Bargaining Unit: SCUPA
Full-Time/Part-Time:
FLSA: Exempt
Salary Range: SUA 3 Pay Range 40
Position Classification:
Department: California Clinical Experience
Job Summary / Basic Function: The Field Services Coordinator, State and National Reporting in the College of Education, Arts and Humanities works closely with the Associate Dean of the College and the Office of Clinical Experiences staff, and all teacher education and related services programs to assist in PennWest California's field experience accreditation requirements. All professional developmentprograms with field experiences leading to PDE certificates in teaching, leadership, and other education related services areas are included. ESSENTIAL DUTIES:The Field Services Coordinator is solely responsible for securing suitable placements for all teacher education programs at PennWest California. The Coordinator provides overall leadership for all teacher field experiences including student teaching for education majors resulting in an estimated 750 school placements per year. Placements are arranged for a variety of school personnel candidates and program courses in the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer sessions of each academic year. These placements are enabled through articulated agreements with nearly 100 school districts and certified early childhood learning centers in our service area and throughout the Commonwealth.
The Coordinator provides leadership in developing and maintaining partnerships with schools, school districts, and professional development sites. Responsibilities include establishing new and maintaining current cooperative agreements with school districts, contacting school personnel to arrange placements for field students including student teachers, and creating and maintaining data based electronic systems.
The Coordinator uses Anthology, Access, and Excel in collecting placement, performance, and outcomes data. The Coordinator works with faculty members in the Department of Education to determine placement needs as they regard school settings, grade level, content area, days of the week, and times within each day. The Coordinator communicates effectively and clearly with students who are enrolled in courses requiring field placements. Additional data collection includes obtaining individual students' demographics and incidental data as required. The Coordinator works collaboratively with the Record Keeping Management Technician regarding students' clearances to monitor compliance before field and student teaching placements are made.
State and National Reporting duties include TIMS, AIMS, PEDS, PDE, Pearson's and ETS interaction and reporting for the University and compliance with Title II of the Higher Education Act of 1998. Title II mandates annual data collection and reporting about quality of teacher education and PRAXIS/PECT passing rates. The Coordinator maintains an understanding of national Title II law and state administrative guidelines.
The Coordinator supports the Associate Dean in maintaining data sets and provides the same to faculty, chairs, and other deans as appropriate. Data collection is ongoing and sources include extant data, student reports, cooperative school personnel reports and university faculty reports. Report writing based on the variety of questions posed and data collected and analyzed is an expected duty. This person works directly with the Associate Dean in the College of Education, Arts and Humanities and the Director of Clinical Experiences. The Coordinator must be flexible and able to adjust as needed.
FIELD SERVICES COORDINATOR DUTIES: In coordination with the Director of Clinical Experiences, work as a team to coordinate the processes and procedures with regard to clinical experiences across the 3 individual campuses and implement the processes and procedures at the PennWest California campus.
- Coordinate, facilitate, and ensure completion of all student teaching placements and all agreed upon field placements - Communicate with regional school administration and maintain relationships to ensure placement availability - Facilitate the articulation agreement process with participating school districts - Serve as liaison with cooperating teachers, administrators and other designated personnel in public and private schools and agencies in matters related to field experience and student teaching; - Coordinate the payment of stipends to cooperating teachers. - Resolve local campus student teacher and field related issues and infractions - Coordinate and implement training for supervisors and cooperating teachers - Develop and maintain regional partnership activities - Facilitate the meetings of advisory boards and councils - Review and provide appropriate input regarding students' clearances - Review and provide appropriate input regarding program admission applications and student teaching applications - Provide local recommendations to student teaching - Collaborate with teacher education departments and related services programs: Early Childhood and Elementary Education, Middle and Secondary Education, Special Education, and Educational Leadership and School Psychology and serve as liaison with students and faculty supervisors in matters related to field experience and student teaching.
STATE AND NATIONAL REPORTING DUTIES:Serve as an Approved Educator Preparation Program Certifying Officer for the University to approve educator certification applications through:
- Pennsylvania Department of Education Teacher Information Management System (TIMS) - West Virginia Department of Education Certification Portal - Out of state verification forms
Participate in authoring reports for PDE, CAEP and SPA's from the perspective of student teaching and field experiences and support departments in the same.Aid with data collection and report completion for
- Title II - PEDS - PDE - Annual report, Initial and Major Review - CAEP - Annual report and Self-study
OTHER DUTIES:
- Support and participate in the State System of Higher Education's Field Director's Forum & Southwestern PA Education Consortium to promote effective teaching practices, policies, and procedures for the state, and when necessary provide professional leadership for systematic educational reform; - Participate as an identified member of national AACTE and PAC-TE; - Collaborate with the Record Keeping Management Technician and Statistician II in the implementation and use of Anthology for use in verifying candidate performance and program completion; - Examine and verify data in the Educational Testing Services, Pearson and Title II interfaces; - Act as an expert resource regarding student inquiries for Praxis, PAPA & PECT (and other assessments); - Supervise the management tech, administrative assistants, clerk typist(s), graduate assistant(s), and student workers as necessary; - Perform other related duties as required.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
Minimum of Education / TrainingRequired Education Summary:
- A Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of three years of experience in K-12 school systems is required - Strong knowledge of Pennsylvania Department of Education Teacher Certification - Knowledge and experience with Pennsylvania K-12 public school administration - Experience with Microsoft Office programs including Access - Ability to write and communicate effectively - Ability to extract and analyze data - Ability to work as a liaison for multiple academic departments and school districts on behalf of the College - Ability to travel locally and overnight occasionally for professional development conferences and PDE meetings
Preferred Qualifications:
- A Master's Degree - Knowledge of Praxis, PAPA & PECT (and other standardized assessments) - Experience Anthology
Physical Demands:
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time. - Requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to write, operate a computer keyboard, and use standard office equipment. - Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers. - Requires sufficient speaking and auditory ability to communicate in person and over the phone. - Ability to occasionally stand, walk, and reach to retrieve work materials from overhead, waist, and ground level.
Work Location: California Campus
Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often?
Work Hours: 8 am to 4 pm
Posting Date: 09/16/2026
Closing Date: 10/01/2026
Open Until Filled:
Diversity Statement: PennWest University's Office of Community, Opportunity, Responsibility, and Engagement (CORE) provides strategic leadership in fostering a campus environment grounded in dignity, belonging, and opportunity for all students, faculty, and staff. Through comprehensive programs and collaborative partnerships, CORE advances student success, cultivates academic and leadership development, and strengthens community engagement in alignment with the university's mission.
ADA Statement: To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Amy Salsgiver, ADA Coordinator, mailto:%20asalsgiver@pennwest.edu; 814-393-2109. Pennsylvania Western University complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.
EEO Statement: Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to providing equal access to all individuals and prohibiting any form of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a veteran, or any other characteristic prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator, 423 Becht Hall Clarion Campus 16214-1232; email mailto:asalsgiver@pennwest.edu or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.
To apply, please visit https://pennwest.peopleadmin.com/postings/3358
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Field Services Coordinator - PennWest California Campus
Pennsylvania Western University, California
Posting Number: S392P
Posting Text:
Job Title: Field Services Coordinator - PennWest California Campus
Type of Employment: Full Time
Bargaining Unit: SCUPA
Full-Time/Part-Time:
FLSA: Exempt
Salary Range: SUA 3 Pay Range 40
Position Classification:
Department: California Clinical Experience
Job Summary / Basic Function: The Field Services Coordinator, State and National Reporting in the College of Education, Arts and Humanities works closely with the Associate Dean of the College and the Office of Clinical Experiences staff, and all teacher education and related services programs to assist in PennWest California's field experience accreditation requirements. All professional developmentprograms with field experiences leading to PDE certificates in teaching, leadership, and other education related services areas are included. ESSENTIAL DUTIES:The Field Services Coordinator is solely responsible for securing suitable placements for all teacher education programs at PennWest California. The Coordinator provides overall leadership for all teacher field experiences including student teaching for education majors resulting in an estimated 750 school placements per year. Placements are arranged for a variety of school personnel candidates and program courses in the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer sessions of each academic year. These placements are enabled through articulated agreements with nearly 100 school districts and certified early childhood learning centers in our service area and throughout the Commonwealth.
The Coordinator provides leadership in developing and maintaining partnerships with schools, school districts, and professional development sites. Responsibilities include establishing new and maintaining current cooperative agreements with school districts, contacting school personnel to arrange placements for field students including student teachers, and creating and maintaining data based electronic systems.
The Coordinator uses Anthology, Access, and Excel in collecting placement, performance, and outcomes data. The Coordinator works with faculty members in the Department of Education to determine placement needs as they regard school settings, grade level, content area, days of the week, and times within each day. The Coordinator communicates effectively and clearly with students who are enrolled in courses requiring field placements. Additional data collection includes obtaining individual students' demographics and incidental data as required. The Coordinator works collaboratively with the Record Keeping Management Technician regarding students' clearances to monitor compliance before field and student teaching placements are made.
State and National Reporting duties include TIMS, AIMS, PEDS, PDE, Pearson's and ETS interaction and reporting for the University and compliance with Title II of the Higher Education Act of 1998. Title II mandates annual data collection and reporting about quality of teacher education and PRAXIS/PECT passing rates. The Coordinator maintains an understanding of national Title II law and state administrative guidelines.
The Coordinator supports the Associate Dean in maintaining data sets and provides the same to faculty, chairs, and other deans as appropriate. Data collection is ongoing and sources include extant data, student reports, cooperative school personnel reports and university faculty reports. Report writing based on the variety of questions posed and data collected and analyzed is an expected duty. This person works directly with the Associate Dean in the College of Education, Arts and Humanities and the Director of Clinical Experiences. The Coordinator must be flexible and able to adjust as needed.
FIELD SERVICES COORDINATOR DUTIES: In coordination with the Director of Clinical Experiences, work as a team to coordinate the processes and procedures with regard to clinical experiences across the 3 individual campuses and implement the processes and procedures at the PennWest California campus.
- Coordinate, facilitate, and ensure completion of all student teaching placements and all agreed upon field placements - Communicate with regional school administration and maintain relationships to ensure placement availability - Facilitate the articulation agreement process with participating school districts - Serve as liaison with cooperating teachers, administrators and other designated personnel in public and private schools and agencies in matters related to field experience and student teaching; - Coordinate the payment of stipends to cooperating teachers. - Resolve local campus student teacher and field related issues and infractions - Coordinate and implement training for supervisors and cooperating teachers - Develop and maintain regional partnership activities - Facilitate the meetings of advisory boards and councils - Review and provide appropriate input regarding students' clearances - Review and provide appropriate input regarding program admission applications and student teaching applications - Provide local recommendations to student teaching - Collaborate with teacher education departments and related services programs: Early Childhood and Elementary Education, Middle and Secondary Education, Special Education, and Educational Leadership and School Psychology and serve as liaison with students and faculty supervisors in matters related to field experience and student teaching.
STATE AND NATIONAL REPORTING DUTIES:Serve as an Approved Educator Preparation Program Certifying Officer for the University to approve educator certification applications through:
- Pennsylvania Department of Education Teacher Information Management System (TIMS) - West Virginia Department of Education Certification Portal - Out of state verification forms
Participate in authoring reports for PDE, CAEP and SPA's from the perspective of student teaching and field experiences and support departments in the same.Aid with data collection and report completion for
- Title II - PEDS - PDE - Annual report, Initial and Major Review - CAEP - Annual report and Self-study
OTHER DUTIES:
- Support and participate in the State System of Higher Education's Field Director's Forum & Southwestern PA Education Consortium to promote effective teaching practices, policies, and procedures for the state, and when necessary provide professional leadership for systematic educational reform; - Participate as an identified member of national AACTE and PAC-TE; - Collaborate with the Record Keeping Management Technician and Statistician II in the implementation and use of Anthology for use in verifying candidate performance and program completion; - Examine and verify data in the Educational Testing Services, Pearson and Title II interfaces; - Act as an expert resource regarding student inquiries for Praxis, PAPA & PECT (and other assessments); - Supervise the management tech, administrative assistants, clerk typist(s), graduate assistant(s), and student workers as necessary; - Perform other related duties as required.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
Minimum of Education / TrainingRequired Education Summary:
- A Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of three years of experience in K-12 school systems is required - Strong knowledge of Pennsylvania Department of Education Teacher Certification - Knowledge and experience with Pennsylvania K-12 public school administration - Experience with Microsoft Office programs including Access - Ability to write and communicate effectively - Ability to extract and analyze data - Ability to work as a liaison for multiple academic departments and school districts on behalf of the College - Ability to travel locally and overnight occasionally for professional development conferences and PDE meetings
Preferred Qualifications:
- A Master's Degree - Knowledge of Praxis, PAPA & PECT (and other standardized assessments) - Experience Anthology
Physical Demands:
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time. - Requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to write, operate a computer keyboard, and use standard office equipment. - Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers. - Requires sufficient speaking and auditory ability to communicate in person and over the phone. - Ability to occasionally stand, walk, and reach to retrieve work materials from overhead, waist, and ground level.
Work Location: California Campus
Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often?
Work Hours: 8 am to 4 pm
Posting Date: 09/16/2026
Closing Date: 10/01/2026
Open Until Filled:
Diversity Statement: PennWest University's Office of Community, Opportunity, Responsibility, and Engagement (CORE) provides strategic leadership in fostering a campus environment grounded in dignity, belonging, and opportunity for all students, faculty, and staff. Through comprehensive programs and collaborative partnerships, CORE advances student success, cultivates academic and leadership development, and strengthens community engagement in alignment with the university's mission.
ADA Statement: To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Amy Salsgiver, ADA Coordinator, mailto:%20asalsgiver@pennwest.edu; 814-393-2109. Pennsylvania Western University complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.
EEO Statement: Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to providing equal access to all individuals and prohibiting any form of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a veteran, or any other characteristic prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator, 423 Becht Hall Clarion Campus 16214-1232; email mailto:asalsgiver@pennwest.edu or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.
To apply, please visit https://pennwest.peopleadmin.com/postings/3358
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