Clinical Practice Operations Analyst

About the Role

Join the vibrant community at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)! Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus—one of the largest in the CSU system—serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic and research initiatives.

The incumbent supports the Office of Clinical Practice and will lead the clinical tasks for Initial Teacher Preparation Programs and manage key organizational structures of OCP to ensure the office flows successfully.

This is a temporary position for 1 year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date. The role is classified as Administrative Analyst/Specialist - Nonexempt, with a 1.0 time-base (40 hours per week).

Responsibilities

• Serves as the Office of Clinical Practice (OCP) liaison, coordinating partnerships and placements for all Initial Teacher Preparation Programs (ITPP).
• Manages clinical placements, including some shared tasks, and facilitates ongoing support to coordinators throughout the clinical practice and placement process.
• Ensures accuracy for clinical practice organization, systems, and placement communication.
• Manages the initiation, coordination, and maintenance of Affiliation Agreements and Memoranda of Understanding (AA/MOU) through DocuSign, PDF workflows, and Contract Services.
• Leads communication and follow-up with partners, updates communication protocols and contract templates, and maintains AA/MOU website content.
• Administers the CED Affiliation Agreement inbox and collaborates closely with student assistants to support agreement processing and partner relations.
• Performs additional duties and special projects in support of the Office of Clinical Practice.
• Engages in ongoing professional learning to strengthen office operations, including adoption of new technologies, participation in statewide initiatives, and collaboration through professional networks.

Requirements

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in education, one of the social or behavioral sciences, or a job-related field, and two years of related experience.

• Demonstrated experience working successfully with school districts and/or community organizations.
• Experience serving populations demographically and socioeconomically similar to the CSULB student population.
• Strong multitasking, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities, work independently with minimal supervision, and effectively learn, interpret, apply, and clearly communicate complex policies and procedures.
• Professional, cordial, supportive, and respectful interaction with students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
• Knowledge of University, College, and department policies related to clinical practice, familiarity with the CED Strategic Plan (specifically Aspiration #5), and understanding of university guidelines regarding the ethical use of artificial intelligence.
• Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community.
• Adherence to all university policies, procedures, and guidelines, including those related to safety, civility, information security, nondiscrimination, and professional conduct.

Pay

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources. The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $4,799 (Step 1) - $6,992 (Step 20) per month.

Benefits

To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on appointment type, classification, and applicable collective bargaining agreement.

• Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
• Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
• Additional Benefits: Wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.

Candidates are encouraged to review the appropriate CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details specific to their position. Additionally, the CSU Total Compensation Calculator is available to help prospective employees understand the full value of the CSU benefits package.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary work - Involves mainly sitting. Walking and standing are minimal. Lifting is limited to lightweight objects (10 pounds or less).