Native American College Prep Coordinator

Native American College Prep Coordinator Position Title: Native American College Prep Coordinator Classification Title: Administrator Position Number: B229PD Grade Level: P1 Close Date: 11/30/2025 Position Type: Administrative Faculty Status: Not applicable FTE: 0.75 Contract Months: 11 months Overtime Eligible: Exempt Location: Hybrid. Remote work eligible. Hybrid/Remote possibilities to be determined by supervisor. Campus location can be Madras or Bend depending on candidate interest. Serve as the primary coordinator of COCC’s Native American College Preparation Program, designed to increase post-secondary aspirations of area Native American high school students. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Program Support and Development

• In collaboration with the Native American Student Program Coordinator, establish goals and objectives, recruit and advise students, evaluate effectiveness and implement changes.
• Coordinate all logistics for the school year, including travel, meals, course registration, selection of participants, recognition ceremonies, and related activities.
• Coordinate all logistics for the summer symposium program, including travel, meals, course registration, selection of participants, recognition ceremonies, and related activities. This residential one-week program requires the coordinator to stay on campus for the duration.
• Travel to and from COCC’s service district and outlying areas.
• Update and review webpages with current information.
• Help search, write grant proposals, and secure additional funding for program expansion in collaboration with the Dean of Equity/Well‑Being and relevant college personnel.
• Provide general leadership for program implementation, coordinate with colleagues, supervise instructors and other staff, and consult with the Office of Equity/Well‑Being.

Student Development and Support

• Teach college courses for high school students enrolled in the program; work with Instruction and the Office of Equity/Well‑Being to establish curriculum outcomes and meet educational goals.
• Advocate for and advise prospective and current Native American students and their families regarding admissions, academics, financial aid, scholarships, and other issues.
• Develop relationships with local Native American community organizations and school districts; partner with them to further students’ educational goals.
• Support and advise college students at the branch campuses; help plan academic, educational, and social programs of interest to participating students.

General Duties

• Perform other duties related to the overall objective of the position as assigned.
• Provide service to the college, such as committee and task force work, and equity trainings.
• Provide information and, under guidance of the Dean of Equity/Well‑Being, training for the college on the needs, concerns, and cultural backgrounds of Native American students.

Department Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and skill in communicating and working effectively within Native American communities.
• Demonstrated understanding of developmental needs of Native American high school and college students.
• Experience in planning and implementing college preparation programs for various student levels.
• Organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines, set priorities, and manage workload.
• Knowledge of multicultural issues in secondary schools and on college campuses.
• Excellent communication skills and conflict management.
• Ability to communicate with diverse students, families, staff, and faculty.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and administrative processes professionally.
• Ability to interpret enrollment policies and explain them to students and families.

Ergonomic Requirements Regular office hours 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Flexibility for nights and weekends may be required. Incumbent must function indoors in a sedentary environment, write, read, use screens, handle telephonic conversations, and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. All essential functions can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Student Services, Higher Education, Adult Learning, Human Development, Counseling, Communication, or a related…

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