Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences: Clinical Program Associate

Job Description

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Position Title:
Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences: Clinical Program Associate
Job Category:
University Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Compliance Specialist I
Job Duties:
POSITION
:
A full-time university staff position
is available in

Speech, Language, & Hearing Sciences
beginning 1/1/2026
.
The
working title for this assignment is
Clinical Program Associate - SLHS

with an official title of
Compliance Specialist 1.
This
is an expected-to-continue assignment which requires a six-month probationary period.
The expected hourly hiring salary will be based on qualifications and experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
:
Excellent communication and customer service skills; ability to learn new systems, software and processes quickly; ability to organize and manage data and documentation; strong organization skills and ability to prioritize workload; work independently and collaboratively with others; remain adaptable and flexible with changes and work effectively under pressure
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
:
judgment, initiative, accuracy, and decision making; experience with compliance documentation, enforcement and support; experience working with students; administrative experience; demonstrated commitment to support and enhance the diversity and cultural and global awareness of students, faculty, and staff.
DUTIES
:

The University Services Program Associate in the Department of Speech, Language, & Hearing Sciences will function as 25% support for the UWEC Speech & Language Clinic and 75% support for the departmental administrative team specific to SLPA and undergraduate clinical placements. Skills required include judgment, excellent communication and technology skills, initiative, accuracy, and decision making.
25% - UWEC Speech & Language Clinic Compliance & Administrative Support
1. At the direction of the Clinical Program Compliance Supervisor, support day-to-day clinic processes.
75% - UG/SLPA Clinical Compliance & Administrative Team Support
1. At the direction of the Clinical Program Compliance Supervisor, manage SLPA & UG clinician orientation processes:
a. Orient SLPA & UG students to clinic processes:
2. Manage Criminal Background Check (CBC) processes.
3. Manage hearing screening processes.
4. Manage CALIPSO clinical education records system for SLPAs.
5. Provide off-campus site planning for SLPA program.
6. Manage all documentation associated with undergraduate clinic and SLPA practica.
THE UNIT
:
The unit of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences consists of 18 staff members [The field of speech, language, and hearing sciences prepares students to work with individuals across the age span who face challenges with communication, social interaction, cognitive function, and swallowing. We have high expectations for all of our undergraduate and graduate students and a proven track record of impactful teaching and learning experiences. As a helping profession, we take our responsibility seriously to prepare our students to become innovative, critical-thinking professionals.

https://www.uwec.edu/academics/college-health-and-human-sciences/departments-programs/speech-language-and-hearing
]
UNIVERSITY
and
EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY
:
UW-Eau

Claire,

an institution of
approximately
10,000 students and 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently
recognized
as a top
comprehensive

university
in the Midwest and is widely
known
as a leader in
faculty-undergraduate

research
and study
abroad.
W
e

strive
for
excellence
in liberal education and select
graduate
and professional
programs

through commitment
to teaching and learning and dedication to our
core

values
of
diversity,

sustainability,
leadership, and
innovation.
To learn more about UWEC, visit
https://www.uwec.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/why-uwec/
.
The

City of
Eau

Claire,
situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and
Eau

Claire

rivers,
is at
the
center of a
metropolitan

area
of
approximately
100,000 people located 90
miles
east of Minneapolis/St. Paul.
The

area
features beautiful
parks
and
trails,

strong
public schools, a
vibrant

arts
scene and local food culture, and abundant
recreational
opportunities.
APPLICATION

PROCEDURE
:

Applications are submitted electronically.
Please follow instructions found on the following Web site:
https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives
. Please be sure you have included the following in PDF format
:
Letter of application
Resume
Names and contact information for three references.
Please
direct

requests
for additional information to:
hoepnejk@uwec.edu
; (715) 836-3980
To ensure consideration, completed
applications
must be received by

November 1, 2025.

However,
screening
may
continue until position is filled.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Tracks and maintains records of compliance through various mediums
Provides logistical office support to complete operational tasks
Connects target populations with compliance resources to assist with interpreting laws, regulations, and best practices; and communicates with customers to provide information or answer questions
Department:
Compensation:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Education:
How to Apply:
Contact Information:
Special Notes:
INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW

UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 9,000 students and 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. To learn more about UWEC, visit
https://www.uwec.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/
.

The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).

The UW-Eau Claire Police Department is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for learning and working. Although crime at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is limited, the University Police want students, faculty and staff to be aware of crime on campus and the area surrounding the campus. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose annual information about campus crime. Visit
Campus Security and Fire Report
. Also visit our
Campus Security Authority
(CSA) policy.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.