STEP Coach

Salary : $24.64 Hourly

Location : Rogue Community College, OR

Job Type : Full-Time Classified

Job Number : 02074

Department : Student Engagement

Opening Date : 10 / 13 / 2025

Position Description

Position Title

STEP Coach

Secondary Title

Group / Grade

Classification

Classified

Work Location

All Campuses

Overtime Eligible

Non-Exempt

Division

Student Learning & Success

Differentials

Department

Student Engagement

Reports To

Director, Student Engagement

Supervision Received

Works under the general supervision of the Director of Student Engagement.

Supervisory Responsibility

Supervision is not a responsibility of this position. May oversee student employees.

Position Summary

Serves as the initial point of contact for the SNAP Training & Education Program (STEP) grant project for Rogue Community College in Jackson and Josephine counties. Collaborates with the RCC GED / PCE team for the success of GED / PCE & concurrent enrollment STEP students. Maintains and retainsa caseload of STEP participants pursuing short-term vocational education options, 2-year programs of study, career pathways, or job search activities. Coordinates activities to address the needs of students and promotes student success for GED / PCE and college credit participants in the STEP Program. Monitors STEP grant project and makes recommendations to the program coordinator for program improvement to ensure that grant objectives are met. Communicates on a regular basis with faculty, staff, project members, Portland Community College Consortium, RCC Business Office, the Grant Accountant, and the Director of Student Engagement.

Examples of Duties - Essential Functions

Primary Responsibilities

1.

Administrative

• Prepare and update tracking spreadsheets and student communications.
• Assists students with online information form, STEP application for services and eligibility.
• Assists STEP Coordinator with data collection and reporting.
• Collaborates with department regarding program planning, information dissemination, and handouts.
• Communicates program information to internal and external clients.
• Document Support of Services in DHS reporting system (WOMIS)

Prepare and submit vouchers to AR for support of services for STEP students.

2.

Outreach & Case Management

3.

Other Duties

Institutional Expectations

Screening Criteria

1.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Any satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience which ensures the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute for the requirement(s). Please see our Applicant Guide for more information on education / experience equivalency guidelines.

2.

Preferred Qualifications

3.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (Core Competencies)

4.

Other Requirements

5.

Remote Work Options (see AP 7239 Working Remotely for more details)

6.

Physical Demands

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.

7.

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.

Additional Posting Information

This is a Full-time Classified, 40 hour per week (100%) position in the Student Engagement department. Starting compensation is entry level for Group 6 on the 2025-26 Classified Wage Schedule.

Position is fixed term / grant funded through 9 / 30 / 2026, renewed annually, with continuation dependent upon funding. Fixed term / grant funded positions do not accrue seniority.

Position will remain open until filled, with screening scheduled to begin 11 / 7 / 2025. Applications received after the screening date are not guaranteed review. Documents required for submission include a cover letter and resume. Applications missing any of the listed required documents may be considered incomplete and ineligible for further review.

Candidates with disabilities requiring accommodation and / or assistance during the hiring process may contact Human Resources at 541-956-7329. Only finalists will be interviewed. All applicants will be notified by email after final selection is made. Final candidate will be required to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States. For position 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.

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. 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 : .

Benefits include family medical, dental, and vision insurance; employee life insurance; paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, contract days, and emergency leave days; 16-credit tuition waiver per quarter; membership in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) when eligible; and eligibility for professional growth funds.

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain additional consideration during the RCC employment process under ORS 408.230 and 408.225; OAR 839-006-435 to 839-006-0470, by submitting (attach as Other Document #1) a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215).