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Rogue Community College

Assistant Director, Healthcare Programs

Rogue Community College, Grants Pass

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Salary: $84,714.83 - $120,625.03 Annually
Location : Grants Pass, OR
Job Type: Managerial/Supervisory
Job Number: 01978
Department: Student Learning & Success
Opening Date: 07/09/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Description Position Title Assistant Director, Healthcare ProgramsSecondary Title
Group / Grade K
Classification Managerial/SupervisoryWork Location All Campuses Overtime Eligible ExemptDivision Student Learning & SuccessDifferentials N/ADepartment Nursing & AHOReports To Director, Nursing & AHOSupervision Received Works under the general supervision of the Director, Nursing & AHO. Supervisory Responsibility Supervises Student, Volunteer, and/or Temporary Staff of assigned department(s). May provide lead support to program coordinators, faculty, and staff in the healthcare program areas.Position Summary The Assistant Director of Healthcare Programs provides critical administrative and operational support to the Director of Nursing & Allied Health Occupations, with a primary focus on programs delivered at the Redwood Campus. While centered on credit-bearing programs in Allied Health Occupations (AHO), this position also provides ancillary support to Emergency Services, and non-credit healthcare training, such as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). The Assistant Director works collaboratively with faculty, chairs, coordinators, staff, students, and clinical and community partners to ensure program quality, compliance, and continuous improvement across all RCC locations. This role is instrumental in advancing institutional goals in healthcare education and student success.
Examples of Duties - Essential Functions
Primary Responsibilities 1.
Program Operations & Administrative Leadership
  • Support daily program operations primarily at the Redwood Campus, including scheduling of courses, clinicals, and lab sessions across all healthcare program areas.
  • Assist with budget preparation and tracking; monitor expenditures and maintain financial documentation related to instructional and clinical activities.
  • Coordinate onboarding and training for new faculty and staff, in alignment with HR and program requirements.
  • Ensure program compliance with accreditation and licensure standards through data tracking, documentation, and reporting support.
  • Manage program records and assist with preparation of materials for internal and external review.
2. Student Services and Support
  • Serve as a liaison between students and faculty regarding advising, onboarding, and clinical eligibility requirements.
  • Track and support the submission of clinical placement documentation (e.g., immunizations, background checks, orientation requirements).
  • Assist faculty with advising assignments and training; refer students to academic and support services as needed.
3. Partnerships, Outreach, and Communication
  • Act as a point of contact for regional high schools, clinical partners, and community organizations, primarily within Josephine County.
  • Support the development and maintenance of community partnerships to enhance clinical placement, student recruitment, and workforce development alignment.
  • Update and manage shared platforms and documents to ensure faculty and staff access to current policies, schedules, and resources.
4. Strategic Support and Cross-Departmental Collaboration
  • Participate in strategic planning and data-informed decision-making in support of program growth and quality improvement.
  • Assist with the implementation of institutional initiatives related to student success, accreditation, and healthcare workforce training.
  • Collaborate with departments such as Emergency Services and Community Education to provide logistical and administrative support as needed for non-credit offerings.
5. Other Duties as Assigned
  • May participate in college committees as assigned.
  • Engages in professional growth opportunities as assigned.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Institutional Expectations
  • Demonstrates our core values of integrity, collaboration, diversity, equity, and inclusion, sustainability, and courage.
  • 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.
  • Engage in student recruitment and retention strategies in coordination with the Director and institutional partners.
  • Participates in the promotion of student success at an individual and institutional level.
  • Embraces and leverages appropriate technology to accomplish job functions.
  • Provides high-quality and responsive service through ongoing learning and improvement.

Screening Criteria
Qualifications & Additional Position Information 1. Minimum Qualifications
  • Education - A Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, education, public administration, or a related field is required.
  • Experience - A minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in positions that include: Managerial, supervisory, or leadership roles (minimum 1 year) and project or operations management within education, healthcare, or a related field; OR working in or with allied health education or clinical settings; OR experience in workforce development, academic program support, or community partnership coordination (minimum 2 years).
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
  • A Master's degree in a related field.
  • Experience with community college healthcare education programs.
  • Familiarity with FERPA, HIPAA, accreditation processes, and licensure reporting.
  • Direct student contact as part of job duties, conflict management, and resolution.
3. Essential Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (Core Competencies)
  • Knowledge - Program operations and compliance in postsecondary or healthcare education; Clinical onboarding procedures and accreditation expectations; Curriculum coordination and student services structures.
  • Skills - Decisiveness; Effective written, verbal, and digital communication; Project coordination, scheduling, and document preparation; Budget tracking and reporting; Technological proficiency, particularly Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Abilities - Understand, apply, and demonstrate the College's core leadership competencies; work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders across multiple locations and diverse populations; promote and strengthen diversity by encouraging a positive, inclusive environment; promote student access and success; represent the college and its programs professionally; demonstrate highly effective interpersonal relationships, one-on-one, and as a team member; analyze data, think creatively, make decisions, and prioritize; prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, regulated environment; proactively problem solve; communicate effectively at all levels; understand and relate to the needs of first generation and low income students; motivate and inspire; operate standard office equipment; supervise, train, and develop staff; maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally. Pass a criminal background check.
4. Other Requirements
  • For assignments requiring operation of a motor vehicle, possession of a valid Oregon Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within 30-days of employment, and maintenance of an acceptable driving record are required.
5. Remote Work Options (see AP 7239 Working Remotely for more details)
  • This position functions as an in-person work arrangement, working on-campus with either a set schedule or flexibility depending on operational needs.
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.
  • Manual dexterity and coordination are required for less than half of the daily work period 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 up to 5 pounds daily and 5-25 pounds rarely. This position requires both verbal and written communication abilities.
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.
  • 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.

Additional Posting Information
This is a Managerial/Supervisory position in the Nursing and AHO division. Starting compensation will be based on Grade K of the salary schedule, in accordance with initial placement per the current Management, Administrative, and Confidential Employee Handbook. The compensation estimation below is based on the 25-26 salary schedule.
The position will remain open until filled, with screening scheduled to begin on 8/11/2025. 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.
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.
CANDIDATES WITH DISABILITIES REQUIRING ACCOMMODATIONS 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. 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 U.S. 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:
Benefits include family medical, dental, and vision Insurance; employee life insurance ($40,000); pro-rated paid vacation, holidays, sick leave and contract leave; membership in PERS/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) when eligible; 12-credit tuition waiver per quarter, 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).