What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recruitment Coordinator position at Eastern Washington University?
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, 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 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.
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
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place—the knowledge that comes from the land.
Job Summary
The College of Professional Programs, Family Resource and Training Center (FRTC) at Eastern Washington University invites applications for a Recruitment & Retention Coordinator (RC) for the Fostering Idaho Regional Recruitment and Retention.
Under direction of the FRTC Director and in partnership with statewide regional contractors, the Recruitment & Retention Coordinator will serve as a leader to provide coordination and sustainability of the regional recruitment of foster families. They will have regional responsibility for the Statewide Diligent Recruitment plan, regional recruitment plan and Resource Peer Mentor program and other retention activities and efforts.
About Us
The FRTC is a part of the EWU College of Professional Programs. FRTC partners with state social service agencies as well as numerous other community service organizations, charities, and Title IV-E program affiliates. The FRTC operates as a training and service center for developing social workers and foster parents and supporting Social Work interns from EWU. The center is dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk children and families, and our mission is to build healthy families and communities. (Familyrtc.org)
Distinguishing Characteristics
The Recruitment Coordinator works collaboratively with regional child welfare leadership teams to develop, coordinate, and maintain activities of recruitment and retention of qualified foster families. They have regional responsibility for implementation of the Diligent Recruitment Plan, which includes development and management of the Regional Recruitment Plan.
Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Other Skills and Abilities:
Recruitment
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Retention
Administrative
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 is an Administrative Exempt position and is covered by EWU Policy 406- 01, Exempt Employment https://inside.ewu.edu/policies/knowledge-base/ewu-406-01-exempt-employment/
After starting employment, employees will complete required training. Online training can be accessed here or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on Human Resources webpage at 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 range for this position is $55,571- $58,000. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills.
Posting Date: 03/05/2025
Open Until Further Notice: Yes
Closing Date
Screening to Begin: 03/14/2025
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/13437
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.
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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, 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 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.
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
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place—the knowledge that comes from the land.
Job Summary
The College of Professional Programs, Family Resource and Training Center (FRTC) at Eastern Washington University invites applications for a Recruitment & Retention Coordinator (RC) for the Fostering Idaho Regional Recruitment and Retention.
Under direction of the FRTC Director and in partnership with statewide regional contractors, the Recruitment & Retention Coordinator will serve as a leader to provide coordination and sustainability of the regional recruitment of foster families. They will have regional responsibility for the Statewide Diligent Recruitment plan, regional recruitment plan and Resource Peer Mentor program and other retention activities and efforts.
About Us
The FRTC is a part of the EWU College of Professional Programs. FRTC partners with state social service agencies as well as numerous other community service organizations, charities, and Title IV-E program affiliates. The FRTC operates as a training and service center for developing social workers and foster parents and supporting Social Work interns from EWU. The center is dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk children and families, and our mission is to build healthy families and communities. (Familyrtc.org)
Distinguishing Characteristics
The Recruitment Coordinator works collaboratively with regional child welfare leadership teams to develop, coordinate, and maintain activities of recruitment and retention of qualified foster families. They have regional responsibility for implementation of the Diligent Recruitment Plan, which includes development and management of the Regional Recruitment Plan.
- The RC will be responsible for development, coordination, partner recruitment, logistics, agenda topics, and final reports for community-based Recruitment Advisory Councils (RAC)
- Major job duties include developing collaborative relationships with community partners, developing, coordinating, and implementing active and passive recruitment, retention, and support events
- The RC will supervise regional Resource Peer Mentors
- Record all activities in alignment with data collection and program evaluation needs
- This position requires regular travel to fulfill job duties. Travel will occur throughout the state and includes multi-day/overnight trips
Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree OR
- Associate’s Degree in Social Work, Behavioral Science, Child Development, Education, or related field AND at least two (2) years professional experience working within the child welfare system
Preferred Qualifications
- At least two (2) years supervisory experience
- Five (5) or more years of experience in social services
- Program development experience
Other Skills and Abilities:
Recruitment
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Lead regional Recruitment Advisory Council (RAC)
- Interact with licensing workers weekly to discuss recruitment needs and activities
- Cultivate community relationships to promote foster family recruitment and support
- Participate in the implementation of the Diligent Recruitment Plan
- Develop the annual Regional Recruitment Plan
- Organize, facilitate, and present at public events
- Provide mentoring support to RPM’s specifically related to recruitment activities
- Understand the crucial role of documentation and data collection and provide complete records of recruitment activities and events utilizing the forms and technology provided
Retention
- Provide training for RPM’s and prepare them to mentor foster families
- Complete mentoring assignments and follow-up alongside RPMs
- Interact with child welfare staff to discuss foster family mentoring needs
- Collaborate with child welfare staff to develop and implement special activities, such as the annual Foster Family Appreciation Event, Child Abuse Prevention Month, National Adoption Month, National Foster Care Month, and the annual Foster Family Conference.
Administrative
- Report to the Director of FRTC any issues, concerns and recommendations for RPM Program and Diligent and Regional Recruitment Plans
- Support RPMs through supervision, scheduling, assigning activities, drafting activity reports, and monitoring contracted hours of service
- Engage with supervisor and FRTC Director in recruitment and hiring of RPMs
- Perform the hiring process of new RPMs with FRTC Operations Liaison (interview, orientation, training, and creating the Employee Development Plan)
- Schedule and facilitate at least monthly staff meetings with assigned RPMs
- Coordinate RPM staffing needs to ensure adequate coverage is provided for foster parents and training activities
- Monitor social media activity on regional pages
- Work closely with FRTC Director to maintain high quality employee performance and delivery of services
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 is an Administrative Exempt position and is covered by EWU Policy 406- 01, Exempt Employment https://inside.ewu.edu/policies/knowledge-base/ewu-406-01-exempt-employment/
After starting employment, employees will complete required training. Online training can be accessed here or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on Human Resources webpage at 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 range for this position is $55,571- $58,000. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills.
Posting Date: 03/05/2025
Open Until Further Notice: Yes
Closing Date
Screening to Begin: 03/14/2025
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/13437
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.
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