[https://publicstorage.dc4.pageuppeople.com/873/ProviderAsset/scribble/b89e65ec-2b53-48c5-83dc-88cd49aa2013.png]

 

Community Placement & Practicum Education Associate Coordinator

Job # 558503

Close Date: July 14, 2026

TEMPORARY

At Cal Poly Humboldt, bold hearts and open minds shape the future.

Founded in 1913, Cal Poly Humboldt began as a small college for teachers. Today Humboldt has grown into a comprehensive university with rigorous science and liberal arts programs. Designated a polytechnic in 2022, Cal Poly Humboldt provides hands-on, impactful educational opportunities that lead to meaningful, measurable outcomes for the individual, for the state, and the world.

 

Cal Poly Humboldt is proud to have more than 6,000 students of all backgrounds spread across 61 majors, 13 graduate programs, and 4 credential programs — all of whom contribute passion and creativity within their fields and set the stage for a future grounded in equity and sustainability. Hands-on learning, inspired teaching, ground-breaking research, and thought-provoking creative activity happen daily at Humboldt.

 

Finding a better future is a task for the bold and open, the down-to-earth and visionary. Cal Poly Humboldt strives to cultivate these qualities in leaders, innovators, and scholars in every field. As part of the California State University (CSU) system, Cal Poly Humboldt is part of one of the nation’s largest and most impactful public university systems, where education, innovation, and service create meaningful change for California and beyond. See what it’s like to work at the CSU—watch our video [https://vimeo.com/1136701425/078548ab0e?fl=ip&fe=ec] and imagine your future at Cal Poly Humboldt.

 

(Job #558503) Student Services Professional II, Community Placement & Practicum Education Associate Coordinator, CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,083 – $7,228 per month, Anticipated Hiring Range: $5,083- $5,540 per month. Final salary placement is commensurate with experience, internal equity, and budget considerations.  This is a full-time, benefited, exempt, 12-month pay plan, temporary position in the Department of Social Work. This position comes with a premium benefits package that includes outstanding vacation, medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, voluntary pre-tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts, a fee waiver education program, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and 15 paid holidays per year. Additional benefits information can be found at https://www.humboldt.edu/hr/employee-benefits [https://www.humboldt.edu/hr/employee-benefits].

Position Summary:

Under the lead work direction of the Community Placement & Practicum Education Coordinator, and in collaboration with Department and Practicum Leaders and faculty, the incumbent supports the administration, coordination, and student learning outcomes associated with the Department of Social Work practicum program.

The incumbent assists in preparing students for practicum placements, supports employment-based placement sites, develops student and site capacity to meet supplemental competencies, and assists with the administrative management of practicum processes.

This position requires professional judgment, cultural humility, and the ability to apply both independent and collaborative decision-making in a fast-paced, relational, and student-centered environment.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Student Support – 25%

• Collaborate with the Practicum Coordinator to support professional development of students through workshops and one-on-one advising (e.g., résumé development, interview skills, and anti-colonial collaboration and communication practices).
• Support Practicum Faculty in addressing student issues or concerns arising during practicum placement.
• Provide academic advising and support for campus-based and distributed learning BASW students to ensure timely progress toward degree and practicum readiness.
•  

Employment-Based Placement Support – 25%

• Engage with student employers before practicum placement begins to ensure feasibility and alignment with program requirements and values.
• Assist in the development, review, and documentation of employment-based practicum proposals with attention to Indigenous and rural practice frameworks.
• Provide off-site co-supervision for BASW students in employment-based placements, as needed.

 

Supplemental Competencies Support – 25%

• In partnership with the Practicum Coordinator, stay informed about workforce advancement initiatives and their impact on placement opportunities.
• Collaborate with workforce advancement project leads to ensure accurate documentation, reporting, and communication regarding practicum placements.

 

 

Administrative Task Support – 20%

• Assist the Practicum Coordinator and Administrative Support Coordinator (ASC) with program documentation and resource development.
• Support database and information management, including the maintenance of placement databases, position descriptions, and the S4 platform.
• Assist in preparing templates, forms, and resource materials for Practicum Faculty and site supervisors.

 

Other Duties as Assigned – 5%

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Associated with this Position Include:

As listed in the Classification Standards:

• General knowledge of the methods and problems of organizational and program management. General knowledge of research and interview techniques; and of the principles of individual and group behavior.
• Ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations.
• Use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements
•  Obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews
• Reason logically
• Collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on these data; advise students individually and in groups on routine matters where required
• Recognize multicultural, multisexed and multi‑aged value systems and work accordingly
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations, private and public agencies and others in committee work, and student advising and community contacts
• And, rapidly acquire a general knowledge of the overall operation, functions and programs of the campus to which assigned.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions and carry through actions having implications with regard to other program or service areas Services Office.

 

As related to the major responsibilities for this position:

• Working knowledge of student development theory, advising, and field education principles in social work or related disciplines.
• Knowledge of organizational and program management principles.
• Ability to interpret and apply program policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Skill in planning, facilitating, and evaluating student development workshops.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including conflict resolution and cross-cultural communication.
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, employers, and community partners in a diverse and multicultural environment.
• Database management and documentation skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, take initiative, and recommend improvements to program processes.
• Some evening and weekend work may be required to meet program and student needs.
• May require travel to placement sites and community partner locations.
• Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse population.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job‑related field. Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis.
2. Experience: Equivalent to two years of professional experience in social work, one of the student services program areas or a related field. A master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of professional experience.
3. Driver’s license

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in social work (MSW).
• Experience in social work field education, student support, or workforce development.
• Knowledge of Indigenous and rural social work practice frameworks.
• Experience with S4 or similar field education management systems.

Application Procedure: To apply, qualified candidates must electronically submit the following materials by clicking the Apply Now button:

• Letter of Interest
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for at least three supervisory references

Application Deadline: The deadline to submit application materials is 11:55 p.m. on July 14, 2026.

Any inquiries about this recruitment can be directed to careers@humboldt.edu [careers@humboldt.edu] or Cal Poly Humboldt’s Human Resources Office at (707) 826-3626.

We acknowledge that Cal Poly Humboldt is located on the unceded lands of the Wiyot people, where they have resided from time immemorial. We encourage all to gain a deeper understanding of their history and thriving culture. As an expression of our gratitude, we are genuinely committed to developing trusting, reciprocal, and long-lasting partnerships with the Wiyot people as well as all of our neighboring tribes. Cal Poly Humboldt was the first campus in the California State University system to offer a stand-alone major in Native American Studies.

Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to enriching its educational environment and its culture through the diversity of its staff, faculty, and administration. Persons with interest and experience in helping organizations set and achieve goals relative to diversity and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply.

Working in the state of California is a condition of employment for this position. Even if part or all of an employee's assignment can be performed remotely, the employee must maintain a permanent residence in the state of California. The employee must be able to accept on-campus work assignment, as assigned, and come to campus when needed.

CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measure established by each campus. The systemwide policy can be found at CSU Vaccination Policy [https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/] and any questions you have may be submitted to hr@humboldt.edu [hr@humboldt.edu].

Education Code 89521 Requirements [https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=EDC&sectionNum=89521.]: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Cal Poly Humboldt hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. This position may be considered a “Campus Security Authority”, pursuant to the Clery Act, and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1107 a condition of employment.

CAL POLY HUMBOLDT IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS (e.g. H1-B VISAS)

Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) is required prior to the appointment date. Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check, employment verification, and education verification) is required for employment. Cal Poly Humboldt will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or if it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.  Certain positions may also require a credit check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service. Failure to satisfactorily complete or adverse findings from a background check may affect the employment status of candidates or continued employment of current CSU employees who are being considered for the position.

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the Cal Poly Humboldt provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly Humboldt complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.  Cal Poly Humboldt is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly Humboldt, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

 

Mandated Reporting: This position may be considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Additionally, all CSU staff and faculty receive training annually on their obligations in responding to and reporting incidents of sexual harassment and sexual violence. You will be notified by email when you are required to take this mandated training.

Class Code: 3082 Publication Date: 06/30/2026