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Why EWU?

Eastern is a rapidly-growing, regional, comprehensive public university, located in Cheney, just 16 miles from Spokane, Washington’s second largest city. Founded in 1882, Eastern has evolved to meet the demands of an ever-changing workforce. Today’s Eastern offers 135 areas of study, including 39 graduate programs, 12 graduate certificates, and one applied doctorate. Our student body numbers more than 13,000, with over one-quarter from diverse backgrounds. Additionally, nearly 50% of our first-year students are first generation students.

Join a team dedicated to student success, faculty excellence and community collaboration. At Eastern, our goal is simple: to create an environment where students succeed at their highest level in fulfilling their goals in their education, career and life. Students are at the center of all that Eastern does. For our faculty and staff, this focus means more than just coming to work every day. We strive for excellence in everything we do; we foster a culture of respect, commitment and honesty; and we work to create environments for personal transformation that enrich the lives of individuals, families, communities and our society at large.

Working at Eastern also means living and working in a glorious region noted for its affordable housing, good schools, short commutes, over 220 sunny days per year, abundant lakes and mountains, short hops to larger cities (Seattle, Portland, Vancouver), and endless recreation opportunities.

For additional information, visit EWU’s website.

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● Visit Spokane: https://www.visitspokane.com/
● Visit Cheney: https://www.cheneymembers.org/
● EWU Campus Map 

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Chair - School of Education F99983

Cheney College of Professional Programs
The School of Education, at Eastern Washington University, is currently seeking an experienced and knowledgeable leader to fill a multifaceted role as our Chair/Director. This position may be filled at the Associate or Full Professor level, at the time of appointment, and includes a nine-month academic year appointment with a required summer appointment. The preferred start date for this position is July 1, 2027. The School of Education is approved by the Washington State Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB). The School of Education offers undergraduate programs offering numerous routes to endorsement. The graduate programs include Master’s of Education (MEd) programs leading to endorsement. The MEd programs are an accelerated, online curriculum and offered through collaboration with Risepoint. The School of Education is a part of the College of Professional Programs which offers opportunities for creative interdisciplinary teaching and research with disciplines such as psychology, social work, business, and accounting. The School of Education works closely with all of the Colleges across campus in order to collaborate on content area endorsements in both undergraduate and graduate programs. Director responsibilities include leadership, personnel management, PESB accreditation oversight, and program administration. Faculty responsibilities include teaching, scholarship, and service consistent with tenure-line expectations. Workload distribution will be established annually in consultation with the Dean. Eastern Washington University seeks a leader who can advance educator preparation, strengthen regional partnerships, and contribute to student success while maintaining an active and productive faculty profile. Additional areas of responsibility include: -Supporting faculty development in teaching, scholarship and service; -Supporting field education with a strong knowledge of public school education; -Developing collaborative relationships with other academic units in the college and university; -Representing the School to the college, university, and community; -Building a varied funding base; -Enhancing relationships with educational and professional organizations; and -Maintaining a strong professional presence for the School with the ability to lead continuous improvement efforts and encourage evidence-based innovation. -Fostering shared governance, professional trust, and cross-program/partner collaboration. -Prioritizing student success, community impact, and institutional mission. -Managing data collection, management, analysis, and reporting for both PESB and EWU with the ability to guide curriculum strategy, program review, and accreditation alignment using student outcomes, assessment data, and program metrics to drive improvement. -Analyzing institutional challenges, reflect on leadership impact, and adjust decision-making strategies to ensure alignment with the university mission. 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 $90,698 (Associate) or $116,276 (Full). In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers fringe benefits such as tuition waiver for employees, 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 October 5, 2026. Position will remain open until further notice. 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.

Executive Assistant - E99875

Cheney Business & Strategy
The Office of the Vice President for Business and Strategy at Eastern Washington University is currently seeking applicants for an Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Business and Strategy and the Chief Financial Officer. The Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Business and Strategy and the Chief Financial Officer provides professional administrative and confidential support to the Vice President and to the Chief Financial Officer and works independently and collaboratively to execute a broad portfolio of administrative functions. In this capacity, the position is responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, coordinating, and managing assigned administrative services for the office, exercising independent judgment, as well as decision-making authority in designated areas. The position requires a high degree of personal initiative, flexibility, and personal judgement in all assignments, along with strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to organize and prioritize tasks to ensure smooth workflow, excellence in work standards and a demonstrated interest in providing strong customer service. The Executive Assistant will also provide periodic support for the Board of Trustees, the division and the campus community.

Fiscal Analyst 3 - Payroll - C99717

Cheney Financial Services
Eastern Washington University is currently seeking a Fiscal Analyst 3.  The Fiscal Analyst 3 position performs senior level specialized payroll activities under general supervision within the Payroll Office.  This position independently plans, coordinates and conducts its assigned workload.  Assigned tasks rotate among all senior level FA3 positions within the Payroll office to provide adequate cross training and backup of necessary and vital payroll responsibilities. 
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Other Employment

Contact Sheryl Denney at sdenney@ewu.edu for non-student employment.

 

Graduate Assistantships

Information about Graduate Service Appointments is available from the Graduate Studies site.

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Student Employment 

If you are student seeking employment or an employer looking for EWU students please visit Student Employment.

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