Position Title: Institution: Position Contact Name: Position Contact Email: Position Contact Phone: Job Post Website Address: Salary Range: Deadline or Close Date: Job Location - City, State: Position Description: Hybrid work – Permanent, Full-Time OSAC - Office of the Student Access & Completion REQ - 137166 Come for a job. | Stay for a career. | Make a difference… for a lifetime! Are you a self-starter with a passion for providing exceptional customer service? Do you enjoy implementing programs and projects? If so, please consider joining the Higher Education Coordinating Commission’s Office of Student Access & Completion Team! The State of Oregon’s Higher Education Coordinating Commission is recruiting for a State Oregon Teacher Scholars Program Coordinator (PA2) position. We are looking for a strategic, detail-oriented individual to join our growing team. This position is statewide in scope and will be headquartered at HECC’s Salem Office. The successful candidate may be eligible for in state hybrid work, consisting of performing duties onsite in a standard office environment and working remotely. Work location and number of days worked remotely will be negotiated with hiring manager. We value our employees and encourage work life balance and flexibility. State Employee Job Rotation Option: Employees of the State of Oregon may choose to be considered as a job rotation candidate. To apply as a job rotation candidate, you must be currently employed by the State of Oregon (this includes regular status, who have completed trial service, and limited duration employees) and have approval from your manager/supervisor to apply. Why Join Us The Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) envisions a future in which all Oregonian’s benefit from the transformational power of high-quality postsecondary education and training. Come work with a team that values equity, affordable access to education, and lifelong learning within beautiful Salem, Oregon! About the Agency HECC AGENCY VISION - The Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) envisions a future in which all Oregonians—and especially those whom our systems have underserved and marginalized—benefit from the transformational power of high-quality postsecondary education and training. Equitable Recruiting The HECC strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a non-traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application. About the Office The Office of Student Access & Completion (OSAC) expands opportunities for Oregonians to access their higher education and career training goals through information, mentoring, and financial aid. Programs administered through OSAC that support students include:
The primary purpose of this position is to administer assigned grants and scholarships including the Oregon Teachers Scholars Program (OTSP), deliver services to recipients of OTSP and assigned grants and scholarships, and collaborate with the Oregon Educator Advancement Council (EAC) on the application and awarding process for OTSP. This position will market and promote the program, support individuals through the application process, provide technical advice to applicants, recipients, staff at local school districts and Oregon colleges and universities, and utilize the program criteria, state laws and rules, as well as scholarship guidelines and requirements to review potential applicants.
This position administers many individual grant and scholarship programs that have sensitive involvement working directly with grant applicants and recipients, financial aid personnel at public and private colleges and universities, partner organizations, and other state agencies like the Oregon Educator Advancement Council, Oregon Department of Education, Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission, School Districts and ESDs, Oregon Department of Human Services, Oregon Board of Psychologist Examiners, other state entities, education advocacy groups Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training, and other offices within the Higher Education Coordinating Commission. The position coordinates program objectives for daily operation, ensures delivery of services to students by explaining program rules and guidelines, and coordinates awards disbursements.
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Minimum Qualifications (Required Skills)
A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or Education, or a related degree that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years experience coordinating or administering a program OR any combination of experience or education equivalent to five years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.
Bilingual in English and Spanish language skills
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