Website Central Oregon Community College
Primary Purpose
In this position, you will lead strategic initiatives to build and strengthen relationships with regional K-12 partners and COCC’s academic and student affairs departments in order to expand opportunities for high school students to earn college credit.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
No two days are the same in this role, but here are some activities in which you will be engaged:
- You will serve as a leader and liaison in fostering collaborative partnerships with K-12 partners and key community organizations to enhance dual credit programs and increase access to postsecondary education opportunities for high school students throughout the region.
- You will develop innovative solutions and will problem-solve to maintain strong relationships with COCC’s academic departments and faculty members as well as key stakeholders in COCC’s student affairs departments.
- You will develop policies and procedures in collaboration with leaders in academic and student affairs departments.
- You will engage in strategic conversations with diverse stakeholders in a fast-paced, changing environment that requires flexibility and the skill to move seamlessly from one project to another.
- You will lead and work with an energetic, passionate team that is focused on student access and success.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.
- Ability to develop a vision for high school partnerships and provide leadership to implement that vision through strategic planning and intentional program design.
- Ability to supervise a team of staff, setting expectations and providing clear direction.
- Ability to oversee the growing number of College Now instructors and provide direction and support for their respective COCC faculty mentors.
- A demonstrated knowledge and understanding of leadership, program management, teaching methodologies, and curriculum.
- Ability to build, manage and enhance all aspects of a complex program, including scheduling, registration, instructor qualifications, and payment.
- Ability to communicate information effectively regarding college policies and procedures to faculty, students, and high school partners.
- Ability to develop strong working relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds and other aspects of human diversity.
Ergonomic Requirements
Position will require travel between communities within the college district. Scheduled early morning, early evening and occasional weekend hours are necessary. A flexible work schedule, including nights and weekends, may be necessary due to the nature of the responsibilities.
Work is regularly performed in an office setting, mostly sitting with extended standing and some lifting 10 – 30 pounds for 10 percent of the time. Computer screen is used more than 50 percent of the time. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Minimum Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor’s ’s degree in Management, Business, Education, Public Administration or related field
Experience:
- Five (5) years of related full-time experience in program administration involving project management, strategic planning, direct supervision of staff in a professional environment and data tracking.
- One-year supervisory experience.
License:
- Valid Oregon Driver’s license, or the ability to obtain a license within 30-days of employment. Able to complete required college Vehicle Use driving requirements.
Equivalency Statement
The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Master’s degree in Management, Business, Education, Public Administration, or related field.
Experience:
- Teaching or administrative experience in high school and/or community college setting
- Experience with systems improvement and data tracking and reporting in adherence with applicable state laws and regulations.
To apply for this job please visit jobs.cocc.edu.
