Career Pathways Coordinator

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Career Pathways Coordinator Classification Title Administrator Position Number B1156PD Grade Level P1 Starting Wage/Salary $57,011 - $63,000 plus exceptional benefits. This is a temporary full-time, grant-funded position funded through June 30, 2027; continuation beyond that date is contingent on future HECC funding of the Career Pathways grant. Close Date 08/30/2026 Open Until Filled No Open Until Filled Notes Position Type/Employee Class Administrative Faculty Status Not applicable FTE 1.0 Contract Months 12 Overtime Eligible Exempt Location Bend Hybrid Remote Work Eligible? No Exceptional COCC Benefits Summary

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Primary Purpose

The Career Pathways Coordinator provides leadership, support, and direction related to Career Pathways (CP) grant deliverables, including Integrated Education and Training (IET) programming, and serves as a key point of contact for Adult Basic Skills (ABS), English Language Learner (ELL), and IET students. This position connects prospective and current students with the appropriate pathways, programs, and campus resources through outreach, referral, and light-touch support, while coordinating with ABS/ELL faculty, Career and Technical Education departments, and other College partners to ensure a strong student experience and grant compliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work closely with ABS Director and Instructional Outreach Dean to coordinate Career Pathways (CP) and Integrated Education and Training (IET) program implementation and support related grant deliverables.
• Attend Oregon Pathway Alliance convenings and serve as COCC's CP point of contact with the HECC.
• Track, summarize, and compile data related to student enrollment, retention, completion, and transition to college and career in support of CP grant deliverables and State reporting requirements.
• Work with the ABS faculty and Career and Technical Education (CTE) departments to establish and refine policies and procedures related to IET and Bridge to College and Career programming.
• Explain program requirements, enrollment processes, and pathway options to prospective ABS students and other internal/external stakeholders and serve as a first point of contact for student's transition into the program.
• Work with COCC academic departments to support enrollments in CP, Bridge to College and Career, IET support courses and programs that align with Education Pathways.
• Work with COCC Marketing and Public Relations staff to target marketing strategies related to Career Pathways and ABS activities.
• Connect students to appropriate campus support resources including advising, financial aid, disability services, tutoring, career services, STEP, TRIO, and others as needed.
• Coordinate program-level wraparound support and logistics for IET and Bridge cohorts, in partnership with other relevant COCC staff.
• Monitor and coordinate Career Pathways budget to include computing instructional costs (e.g., staff, indirect, materials, equipment, student scholarships), providing budgeting and cost-effectiveness evaluations in collaboration with ABS Director and in support of grant requirements.
• Support IET curriculum work to include input on learning objectives that incorporate occupational alignment and workforce preparation.
• Maintain FERPA-compliant records and confidentiality of sensitive student information.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Department Specific 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.

Demonstrated ability to develop strong working relationships with people from different cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.

Strong interpersonal, organizational, and culturally respectful communication (oral and written) skills.

Ability to develop knowledge of basic college degree concepts, transfer practices, and career readiness principles.

Ability to meet deadlines, set work priorities, and manage workload.

Ability to work independently and to use good judgment with respect to priorities and deadlines.

Ability to maintain student confidentiality, data integrity, and comply with all related College, state, and federal standards, including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

Ability to communicate information effectively regarding College policies and procedures to students.

Ability to support and connect students from a variety of backgrounds, respecting cultural and socio-economic differences.

Ability to manage conflicts within and/or between groups and to work in a team environment.

Ability to plan and adhere to federal and state grant guidelines.

Ability to use software programs and database systems, including the Microsoft Office Suite, email, basic desktop publishing, and modern office equipment.

Ergonomic Requirements

Regular office hours are established between 8 am - 5 pm during the workweek. A flexible work schedule, including nights and weekends, may be necessary due to the nature of the responsibilities. Some work duties may be completed remotely at the discretion of the supervisor.

Incumbent must be able to function effectively indoors in an office environment engaged in work of primarily a sedentary nature. Requires the ability to work at a workstation for extended periods. Requires writing, reading written materials and computer screens, and using telephonic conversations. Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs. All individuals are required to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Communications, or a related field.

Experience:

Two (2) years of professional work experience in any combination of the following:

• Student services, advising, recruiting/outreach, client relationship management, or community engagement.
• One year of experience in grant management and/or coordination.

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.

All employees are required to successfully complete and pass a background screen, which includes a criminal history check.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

Bilingual/Spanish speaking

Community college experience in instruction, advising, registration, or student services.

Experience working with Adult Basic Skills, English Language Learner, or IET programs.

Experience working with WorkSource Oregon and/or Department of Human Services clients.

EEO Statement

The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.

This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.

In support of COCC's EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is your highest level of education?

• No High School Diploma or GED

• High School Diploma or GED

• Professional Certification or License (not a degree)

• Associates Degree

• Bachelors Degree in Progress

• Bachelors Degree

• Masters Degree In Progress

• Masters Degree

• Ph.D. in Progress

• Ph.D.

• J.D.

• M.D.

• Other Doctorate Level Degree

• • Please describe how you meet the minimum two (2) years of professional work experience in any combination of the following: Student services, advising, recruiting/outreach, client relationship management, or community engagement. One year of experience in grant management and/or coordination.

(Open Ended Question)

• • We recognize the value of skills, knowledge, and experience gained outside of formal education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum education and/or experience requirements but possess other qualifications or experience they feel are equivalent are encouraged to apply. Check the applicable box(es) below and explain in the next question why your education/experience should be considered equivalent. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on the box or boxes you check, as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process.

• I meet all minimum requirements (education and experience) listed for this position.

• I do not meet the minimum education degree requirement(s).

• My degree is not in the required stated area(s).

• I have less than the minimum years' experience in the area(s) required.

• • As a follow up to the previous question, explain how your education/experience should be considered equivalent to the minimum requirements. If you feel you meet all the stated minimum requirements, please put N/A. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on your response, as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process.

(Open Ended Question)

• In support of COCC's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, bilingual fluency in English and another language is considered a plus: Please list any languages other than English in which you are fluent (read and write)

(Open Ended Question)

• • COCC employees must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed. Are you, or will you be residing in the state of Oregon by the start date of this position?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you a U.S. military veteran? COCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. To receive veterans' preference in this recruitment process, you must upload your DD214 and 215 (215 if applicable) or certification that you expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status as supporting documentation. You will have the opportunity to upload the document(s) in the next step of this application process.

• Yes, I am a veteran

• No, I am not a veteran

• If you have identified yourself as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran by submitting your DD214 and DD215 (if applicable) form(s) as proof of veteran status, please describe any transferable skills earned during your military service that you feel relate to the requirements/preferences of this position.

(Open Ended Question)

• • The College CANNOT provide support or sponsorship of any type for visa applications and related paperwork for employment purposes. To be considered, applicants must already be authorized to begin work in the United States, be able to arrive in the country, and maintain work eligibility without the College's sponsorship or support. Are you currently, or will you be, authorized to begin work in the United States, able to arrive, and able to maintain work eligibility without the College's sponsorship or support by the position's start date?

• Yes, I am already or will be authorized to begin work in the United States, able to arrive, and able to maintain work eligibility without the College's sponsorship or support by the position's start date.

• No.

• • Background checks are required for all employees of COCC. Should an offer of employment be made to you and accepted by you, you will receive an email from COCC / HireRight Screening requesting your consent and basic information to complete the check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of the criminal background check. Confirmed findings on a criminal background check will not automatically disqualify you from being hired into a position. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, considering the job responsibilities and other risk factors. Additional information regarding COCC's criminal history check policy can be found online in the General Procedures Manual, Section HR-2-1. Please indicate here if you will provide consent to the criminal history check when requested by the College

• Yes, I will provide my consent when requested

• No, I will not provide my consent when requested

Required Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/Vitae
• Cover Letter
• College Transcript 1 (unofficial)

Optional Documents

• College Transcript 2 (unofficial)
• College Transcript 3 (unofficial)
• US Military DD 214
• License or Certification