Join Rogue Community College as the next Dean of Student Success

Rogue Community College (RCC) is seeking a collaborative, equity-minded leader to serve as Dean of Student Success. This senior role provides strategic leadership for student services, student conduct, and care systems that support student success, retention, and well-being across RCC’s multiple campuses.

Reporting to the Vice President of Student Learning & Success / Provost, the Dean provides leadership and oversight for student support and instructional programs and functions. This position serves as the College’s primary administrator for student conduct, CARES Team, and student behavior policies, ensuring fair, legally sound, and developmentally appropriate responses. The Dean works collaboratively with faculty and staff to advance academic quality, program development, and student success initiatives.

About Rogue Community College

Since its founding in 1970, RCC has been a vital educational resource in Southern Oregon, serving Josephine and Jackson counties with a commitment to student achievement and community impact. With three Grants Pass, Medford, and White City campuses, RCC offers transfer degrees, career and technical education, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

At RCC, we are dedicated to equity, inclusion, and student success, fostering a learning environment where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive.

For a video tour of our campuses, click here.

For an overview of RCC programs, locations, impact reports, and RCC “At a Glance,” click here.

About Southern Oregon

Southern Oregon's beautiful Rogue Valley offers vibrant cultural and recreational opportunities along with friendly people and a mild climate. Conveniently situated along Interstate 5, the Rogue Valley is home to Southern Oregon University, the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the Britt Music & Arts Festival and a wonderful menu of restaurants, wineries and breweries. Outdoor recreation enthusiasts will enjoy the Valley's plentiful opportunities for hiking, cycling, rafting, fishing, camping and golfing as well as easy access to Crater Lake National Park, the Oregon Caves and the scenic Oregon and Northern California coast.

Examples of Duties - Essential Functions
Key Responsibilities

Lead student services initiatives that promote access, equity, belonging, and student retention, progression, and completion
Oversee Counseling; Associated Student Government; Student Life; Snap 50/50 Training & Employment Program (STEP); Advocacy and Resource Center; Access and Disability Resources; TRiO-SSS; Military Resource Center; Athletics; Health, P.E., & Outdoor Adventure Leadership; and related programs.
Co-lead the Student Success Committee
Direct the student conduct system and CARES Team
Serve as Deputy Title IX Coordinator and Hearing Officer
Supervise and develop faculty and staff using inclusive, trauma-informed practices
Use data to improve outcomes and close equity gaps
Collaborate with instructional leaders and community partners

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Key dates:
Closes: Feb. 10, 2026 (11:59 PM)

Screening: Feb. 11–18

1st Interviews (Zoom): Mar. 4–11

2nd Interviews (In Person): Apr. 6–13

Start Date: May 1–June 1

Minimum Qualifications
Education – Master’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Education, Educational Leadership, Communication, Management, Public Administration, or a directly related field is required.

Experience - A minimum of five years of increasingly responsible experience in student system design/ management, program management/ development, and personnel management with exposure to budgeting is 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. 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.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a community college setting.
PhD or Law Degree.
Professional counseling license.
Mediation certification.
Additional Posting Information

This is a full-time Exempt/Managerial (100%, 246 days/year) position in the Student, Learning & Success department. Starting compensation will be based on Grade N of the 2025-26 salary schedule, in accordance with initial placement per the current Management, Administrative, and Confidential Employee Handbook. Consideration will be given to related experience and educational achievement but generally not expected to exceed the midpoint of the range.

The position will remain open until filled, with screening scheduled to begin on February 10, 2026. Applications received after the screening date are not guaranteed review. Documents required for submission include a cover letter, resume, and supplemental questions. 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 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.

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: www.roguecc.edu/nondiscrimination.