OCCI Program Manager
Salary
$49,978.00 - $54,098.00 Annually
Location
Main Campus, Coos Bay, OR
Job Type
Administration - Specialist
Job Number
2026-00037
Department
Oregon Coast Culinary Institute
Division
Office of Instruction
Opening Date
09/18/2026
Closing Date
10/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
NA
Primary Purpose
The OCCI Program Manager serves the primary point of communication within the Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI). This position is responsible for overseeing department operations, managing student services, coordinating internal and external events, and maintaining industry partnerships. The role requires independent decision-making, policy implementation, and supervisory responsibilities, including acting as the department manager in the absence of the Executive Director.
This position is currently open until 11:59 pm on October 4th, 2026.
Description of Essential Functions
Successful applicants for this position must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities, or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation:
Leadership & Administration (approx. 50% of Time)
Communicate OCCI program requirements to students and assess students for applicable barriers to educational success (e.g., housing, transportation, childcare, financial aid) and link them to appropriate internal and external resources.
Manages partnerships with industry partners such as restaurants, resorts, and hospitality organizations. Maintain relationships with these establishments in order to facilitate externships and career pathways for students.
Work with the Office of Instruction to ensure general education courses are scheduled to ensure students can stay on path during their program.
Oversee the department in the absence of the executive director.
Student Services & Industry Partnerships (approx. 30% of Time)
Act as a liaison between students and various institutional departments to facilitate seamless student support services, including academic advising, financial aid, and career services.
Oversee the externship placement process, ensuring alignment with academic objectives and industry standards.
Provide professional development and career coaching for students, supporting their transition from education to employment.
Recruitment & Community Engagement (approx. 20% of Time)
Collaborate with the admissions and marketing teams to develop recruitment strategies and enhance program visibility.
Represent OCCI at recruitment events, industry conferences, and community engagements to promote the institution and attract prospective students.
Deliver presentations and informational sessions to prospective students, parents, and industry stakeholders to increase awareness and enrollment in OCCI programs.
Performs Other Duties and Special Projects as Required/Assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Education, or a related field.
OR
Associate's Degree with five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in education administration, hospitality management, or operations.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a leadership role with demonstrated responsibility for budgeting, policy implementation, and supervisory oversight.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSES
Ability to obtain ServSafe or Oregon Food Handlers card and OLCC permit within six (6) months of employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants for this position possessing one or more of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities with receive preferred consideration through the selection process:
Master's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality, or a related field.
Five (5) or more years of experience in event management, program coordination, or business operations.
Experience in a public institution with knowledge of integrated system software programs.
Additional Job Information
JOB TITLE: OCCI Program Manager
LOCATION: Coos Bay Campus
FTE: Full-Time
ORGANIZATION: Southwestern Oregon Community College
PAY LEVEL: 25 (Steps 1-5 for initial hire)
EXEMPTION STATUS: Exempt
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Attached
REPORTS TO: Executive Director of OCCI
CLASSIFICATION: MASSC
REVISION DATE: February 2025
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Southwestern Oregon Community College only accepts applications through this online application system. We want you to be successful in applying with us. We highly encourage you to complete and submit your application in advance of the deadline.
For assistance with this, please email hr@socc.edu. For technical assistance with your application, please call (855) 524-5627.
Please note: We recognize that our application process can be lengthy, so before you begin, please read all of the stated requirements to determine if you meet them. Applicants must meet all of the stated minimum/special qualifications and additional requirements to be considered for this position. Based on your responses to the qualifying questions, the system may automatically screen you out from further consideration.
Required documents must be provided at the time of application. Please remove any personal information such as photographs, date of birth, gender, social security number, and other protected information from your documents. Documents containing protected information will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Positions are subject to budget consideration and approval. For the candidate who is hired into this position, salary placement will be based on guidelines in administrative policies and procedures or collective bargaining agreements (as applicable). For this reason, please be sure to include everything in your application that you want the college to consider towards placement.
The college does not sponsor employees in the visa application process if they intend to use this as their means to work in the United States. This means that all required work visas must be in place and supported by appropriate evidence to be employed by Southwestern.
Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract nor is it intended to describe all responsibilities, skills, effort, or work conditions associated with the job someone in this position would perform. All employees of Southwestern Oregon Community College are expected to perform tasks as assigned by Southwestern Oregon Community College supervisory/management personnel regardless of job title or routine job duties.
VETERANS PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans Preference when applying with Southwestern Oregon Community College in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
For information regarding Veterans Preference qualifications, visit the following website:http://www.oregonjobs.org/DAS/STJOBS/vetpoints.shtmlq
NON-DISCRIMINATION
It is the policy of Southwestern Oregon Community College Board of Education that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the grounds of race, color, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, political affiliation, parental status, veteran status or disability in any educational programs, activities or employment. Persons having questions about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact Vice President of Administrative Services in Tioga 511. Phone 541-888-7206 or TDD 541-888-7368. All other issues, concerns, and complaints should also be directed to the Vice President of Administrative Services for referral to the appropriate Manager.
Annual Campus Crime/Annual Fire Safety (Clery Act) Report
The "Jeanne Clery Disclosure for Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act" (formerly the Campus Security Act) is a federal law that requires institutions of higher education to disclose campus security information, including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding area. As a current or prospective Southwestern student or employee, you have a right to obtain a copy of this information. You may review this information here: Annual Campus Crime/Annual Fire Safety (Clery Act) Report. You may also obtain a hard copy of this information upon request by contacting Administrative Services at 541-888-7206.
HEALTH INSURANCE:
Dental
OTHER BENEFITS:
PAID LEAVES
HOLIDAYS:
Up to 12 holidays per year, plus one floating holiday
VACATION:
Up to 160 hours per year, maximum accrual up to 320 hours
PAID TIME OFF (PTO):
11 Fridays off in Summer, 5 days off at Christmas
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Choose your highest level of education or training:
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List your area(s) of Discipline:
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Do you hold, or would be able to obtain within six (6) months, a current Oregon Food Handlers card or ServSafe certificate?
04
Do you hold, or would be able to obtain within six (6) months, a current Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) Alcohol Service Permit?
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How many years of progressively responsible experience do you have in education administration, hospitality management, or operations?
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How many years of experience do you have in a leadership role with demonstrated responsibility for budgeting, policy implementation, and supervisory oversight?
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How many years of experience do you have in event management, program coordination, or business operations?
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Do you have experience working in a public institution?
Required Question
Employer Southwestern Oregon Community College
Address 1988 Newmark Ave
Coos Bay, Oregon, 97420
Phone 541-888-7402
541-888-7280
Website https://www.socc.edu
| Location | Coos Bay, OR |
| Salary | $49,978–$54,098 Per Year |
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