Immigrant/Refugee Student Success Plan Coordinator

Initial Posting Date:

12/19/2023

Application Deadline:

05/13/2024

Agency:

Oregon Department of Education

Salary Range:

6635.00 - 10,200.00

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Immigrant/Refugee Student Success Plan Coordinator

Job Description:

Position Title: Immigrant/Refugee Student Success Plan Coordinator

Classification: Education Program Specialist 2

Salary: $6,635-$10,200 ($7,097-$10,908)

Representation: Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

Type: Permanent, Full-Time

This recruitment is to augment the candidate pool. If you have previously applied for this position, you do not need to reapply. Names of qualified applicants will remain on the list for further consideration.

We are seeking two Student Success Plan Coordinators for the anticipated Immigrant/Refugee Student Success Plan to join the Oregon Department of Education. Keeping at center the unique needs of these student groups, one of these positions will focus on immigrant student success and the other on refugee student success. Join our dynamic team, where you'll collaborate on strategic initiatives, oversee grants, and champion equity in education

This role is a hybrid of remote work and will need to report to office when business or operational needs are dependent on onsite activities. Remote work is embraced to the fullest extent possible without interfering with business.

Our Agency Mission and Office Culture:

The Oregon Department of Education's (ODE's) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well-rounded, and equitable education system.

The Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (OEDI) leads proactive equity initiatives that interrupt and eliminate harmful power dynamics that are endemic in Oregon's education system. Our initiatives are driven by deep and ongoing engagement with the lived experiences of our students and families so that we can provide intentional structures, practices, and policies that uphold their intersecting identities, needs, and strengths. As a result of our agency's collective commitment, we will create an equitable education system centered in justice, relationships, and healing to ensure that every student can achieve their highest potential. Our collective energy and urgency serves as a touchpoint for pivotal cross departmental and cross- agency collaboration towards a shared vision for equity throughout Oregon.

What you will do!

We are seeking two dedicated professionals to support the implementation of the Immigrant/Refugee Student Success Plan. Our Immigrant/Refugee Student Success Plan Coordinators coordinate with various partners, manage grant programs, and provide professional learning support in equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage with colleagues to foster continuous improvement initiatives, aligning efforts for sustained positive impact.

• Collaborate with partners to ensure the effective implementation of the Immigrant/Refugee Student Success Plan, proactively identifying opportunities for enhancement.

• Contribute to the strategic administration, development, and alignment of the program, ensuring a cohesive and impactful approach.

• Monitor, review, and assess program/project plans, research providers, and outcomes to maintain a data-driven approach to success.

• Lead the Immigrant/Refugee Student Success Advisory Group, fostering collaboration and generating innovative recommendations for program enhancement.

• Provide essential data related to outcomes, coordinate research efforts, and actively contribute to the development of grant resources to drive positive change.

• Serve as a key member of the grant management team and act as the contract administrator for the Immigrant/Refugee Student Success Plan across Oregon.

• Assist districts in meeting the distinctive needs of Immigrant/Refugee students and provide comprehensive training on grant requirements, policies, and procedures to education partners.

If you're ready to be a driving force behind positive change, apply now and be a part of a team committed to making a real impact in the lives of Immigrant/Refugee students!

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Minimum Qualifications (Need to have):

Master's degree in Education or related field from an accredited college or university and five years of education experience working with Immigrant and/or Refugee students (e.g., classroom teacher, counselor, itinerant service provider), two years of which includes leadership experience (e.g., lead teacher, program coordinator or director, school administrator) specifically with Immigrant and/or Refugee students.

A Doctorate in Education or related field from an accredited university may substitute for two years of the education experience, but not for the two years of leadership experience.

An Oregon Standard Administrative License (issued by Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission) may substitute for the two years of leadership experience.

Desired Attributes (Nice to have):

Candidates who are the most competitive will possess a compelling combination of the following background, skills, and experience:

• Experience in working with students or groups with immigrant and/or refugee lived experience.

• Ability to establish effective relationships and demonstrate collaborative skills with district administrators, educators, parents, community partners, and other experts on best practices for students of color.

• Experience administering grants or contracts

• Experience in research, analysis, evaluation, and development of evidence-based policy and practices.

• Comprehensive communication (oral, written, presentation and facilitation skills)

• Critical thinking, formulating appropriate inquiries, and broadly considering and effectively assessing the implications, risks, impacts, and potential unintended consequences of pursuing various options or taking certain actions.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed.

Our amazing benefits include:

• Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost

• Paid days off -

• 11 paid holidays per year,

• 3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year,

• 8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month,

• Progressive vacation leave accrual and increases every 5 years.

• In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses.

• Student Loan Forgiveness Program: if you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you will want to look into this program. If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven.

• If you currently work at an Oregon school district or education service district, we may be able to transfer in your sick leave balance!

If you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of Oregonians, apply today!

To apply:

Your cover letter and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.

• Upload a resume and cover letter.

• In your cover letter, please include your qualifications relating to any of the desired attributes mentioned for this position (limit to no more than 2 pages).

Application Tips:

• Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/Cover Letter field on the online application. Failure to attach a cover letter and resume may result in the disqualification of your application.

• In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes and minimum qualifications listed under the "What we are looking for" section above to determine whom to interview. Please make sure the attributes and minimum qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your resume and cover letter.

• Important: Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.

• External Applicants: Click on the "Apply" button and submit your resume and cover letter. Please make sure to attach all required documents in the section titled Resume/Cover Letter. View this video for help.

• Internal Applicants: (this includes Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View this job aid for help.

• Please contact ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov if you have any questions on the application process.

Chat with us:

Would you like to learn more about this position or how our application process works? Join our Recruitment team during our ODE Career Chat Sessions. We can assist you with all your application and agency questions!

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Additional Information:

• Salary Range: The range listed is the non-PERS salary range. Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS.

• Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.

• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans' preference immediately following your submission. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.

• Communication: Please monitor your Workday account, as communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.

• Future Vacancies: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

• External Applicants (non-state of Oregon employees): If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting.

• If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact us at ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov. Please be sure to include the job requisition number.

• Veterans: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.

• Visa Sponsorship: The Oregon Department of Education does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. The Oregon Department of Education is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate you must present your I-9 acceptable documents (See page 3) for employment verification.

Helpful links and contact information:

• Learn more about ODE

• Understanding the State Application Process

• Resources for Job Seekers

• Get There - Oregon's easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner.

• Live, work, and play in Salem, Oregon.

• For additional information, you may contact us by e-mail at ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov.

The Department of Education is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. The Department 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. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. 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.

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