The Skills Training and Experiential Learning faculty member will assist in the planning, coordination, integration, and execution of work-based learning (WBL) experiences between local k-12 school districts, Rogue Community College (RCC) and industry/business partners. The development of WBL includes Cooperative Work Experience (CWE), Employability Skills Training (EST), and Occupational Skills Training (OST) elements.

Supervision Received
The Dean of Workforce Development is responsible for carrying out the evaluation of faculty. The Dean is responsible for decisions regarding instructor workload, professional growth, retention, and department staffing levels.

• Determine training, educational, and support needs of students entering skills training programs.
• Develop training sites and coordinate placement of students at training sites. Assist CTE faculty with preparing students for workforce readiness and placement, as well as assist employers with WBL/CWE program development.
• Develop, integrate, and coordinate training curriculum with employers, students, and departments as appropriate. Assist CTE faculty with integration of WBL, EST, and OST into program curricula.
• Monitor progress of students and provide follow-up services to both students and employers to assure successful completion of students' training curriculum. Provides support for evaluation of students as they perform in OST, EST, and WBL/CWE (as needed).
• Maintain employer lists in each county, ensuring records are updated as necessary. Maintain data spreadsheets, participation records and WBL/CWE participation records.
• Represent RCC skill training programs to students, partner agencies, and employers.
• Conduct research on current career readiness standards, best practices, and strategies to engage and prepare students and special populations students for meaningful CTE, WBL/CWE and OST experiences, and ensure compliance with state, federal and Carl Perkins grant regulations.
• Participates in assessment of student learning at the course, program, and institutional levels.
• Participates as a team member in department meetings, planning activities, and departmental recruitment and outreach efforts.
• Participates in ongoing professional development and networking opportunities related to CTE education / expertise.
• Represents the CTE programs and the College to the community, businesses, public agencies, and other organizations in a professional manner.
• Actively contributes to a culture of respect and inclusivity by collaborating effectively with students, colleagues, and the public from diverse cultural, social, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Participates in the full range of professional and college-related activities, including student advising, programmatic assessment (including regular and systemic curriculum and program assessment to be used for continuous program and curricular improvement), ongoing professional development, departmental and college-wide meetings, committee activity, and community involvement.
• Performs other CTE duties as assigned.

• Collaborate with local secondary educational institutions and industry partners to integrate WBL into stackable certificates for CTE pathways.
• Work directly with CTE instructors, business/industry partners, CTE staff and community organizations that provide support for adult learners and special populations.
• Provide support to students and business/ industry partners to provide CTE career pathways and relevant opportunities to provide targeted WBL/CWE experiences which are embedded and aligned with CTE pathway courses.
• Interact with a diverse population and special population of students and a wide range of college staff in a variety of ways to provide efficient and courteous support.
• Provide assistance for student transition to Rogue Community College.
• Assist student entry into college CTE programs.

Education: A master’s degree or higher in, Education, Adult Education or CTE Education is required; or any equivalent combination of CTE education and experience which ensures the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Only degrees received from an accredited institution will be accepted: accreditation must be recognized by the office of degree authorization, US Department of Education, as required by ORS 348.609. Final candidate will be required to provide official transcripts for required degree.

Experience: A minimum of two years of secondary or postsecondary instructional experience in a CTE discipline or two years of educational administrative experience is required, AND a minimum of two years business/industry experience is required.

Knowledge of: College organization, goals and objectives, and policies and procedures.

Ability to: Communicate effectively and respectfully with colleagues and students from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds; work collaboratively as a member of an academic department; demonstrate enthusiasm for the subject areas; participate in curriculum and program development; participate in the student advising program and college-wide efforts to improve student retention and success; demonstrate experience or potential for innovation and creativity in both the classroom and related educational duties, including the use of new technologies; demonstrate a commitment to professional standards and growth.

Licenses: For assignments requiring operation of a motor vehicle, possession of a valid Oregon Driver’s License and proof of an acceptable driving record are required. New employees establishing resident status in the State of Oregon must obtain an Oregon driver’s license within 30 days (ORS 807.020 (1)).

Physical Demands of Position: The physical demands listed below represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Manual dexterity and coordination are required for about half of the day (50%) which is spent sitting while operating office equipment such as computers, keyboards, 10-key, telephones, and other standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach, bend, kneel, stoop, twist, crouch, climb, balance, see, talk, hear, and manipulate objects. The position requires some mobility including the ability to move materials less than 5 pounds daily, 5-25 pounds occasionally, and 25-60 pounds rarely. This position requires both verbal and written communication abilities.

Working conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is primarily working indoors in an office environment. The employee is not exposed to hazardous conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and lighting is adequate.

This is a Full-Time Faculty position (100%, 10 months/year) in the Workforce Development Department. Starting compensation will be in accordance with initial step placement per the current Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement (Download PDF reader) and the 2023-24 Full-Time Faculty salary schedule. (Download PDF reader) Consideration will be given to experience and educational achievement.

Position is grant/contract status through 6/30/2024, renewed annually, with continuation dependent upon funding. Grant funding is expected to continue through 6/30/25. Grant/contract status positions do not accrue seniority.

Method of Application and Closing Date

Position will remain open until filled, with initial review of applications scheduled to begin 12/1/23, and an anticipated start date of 1/2/2024. Applications received after the screening date are not guaranteed review. Documents required for submission include a cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcripts indicating the level of degree earned. 

Applications missing any of the listed required documents may be considered incomplete and ineligible for further review.

RCC is committed to a culture of civility, respect, and inclusivity. We are an equal opportunity employer actively seeking to recruit and retain members of historically underrepresented groups and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

CURRENT RCC FULL-TIME FACULTY AND ADJUNCT FACULTY MEMBERS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF THE POSITION SHALL BE GRANTED AN INTERVIEW. CANDIDATES WITH DISABILITIES REQUIRING ACCOMMODATIONS AND/OR ASSISTANCE DURING THE HIRING PROCESS MAY CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES AT 541-956-7329. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY EMAIL AFTER FINAL SELECTION IS MADE. INTERVIEW COSTS ARE AT APPLICANT'S EXPENSE. FINAL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO SHOW PROOF OF ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. FOR POSITIONS WITH A DEGREE REQUIRED, ONLY DEGREES RECEIVED FROM AN ACCREDITED INSTITUTION WILL BE ACCEPTED; ACCREDITATION MUST BE RECOGNIZED BY THE OFFICE OF DEGREE AUTHORIZATION, US DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, AS REQUIRED BY ORS 348.609.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Rogue Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, full-time employees working at the College may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions regarding your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or to the US Department of Education.

Rogue Community College does not discriminate in any programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, use of native language, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. For further policy information and for a full list of regulatory specific contact persons visit the following webpage: www.roguecc.edu/nondiscrimination.