SOESD - Recruiter II

Southern Oregon ESD is located in the Rogue Valley, the cultural and economic heart of southern Oregon, home to legendary snow-skiing, white-water rafting, kayaking, hiking, fishing, as well as numerous cultural venues and events such as art galleries, the Britt Music Festivals, the Ashland Independent Film Festival, and the renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival.

About the role

The Migrant Education Recruiter will communicate with families and district staff in Jackson and Josephine Counties, working both from the SOESD office in Phoenix and in the community when meeting with families or community partners. The primary role is to identify and recruit students for the SOESD Title IC Migrant Education Program, inform families of available services, and support academic success by fostering communication between families and school staff.

This position involves traveling in the community to meet potentially eligible students and their families at their homes, schools, or places of work. The recruiter must understand and apply technical program eligibility requirements, submit certificates of eligibility to the state database, and collaborate closely with other SOESD Title IC Migrant Education staff to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. The role also includes attending parent meetings in schools and providing short presentations as requested.

After initial training, the recruiter must pass the federal Migrant Education recruiter assessment and complete other requirements within 5 months of employment to continue in the position.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of SOESD Title IC Migrant Education Program staff to maintain and update lists of potentially migrant students.
• Interview, at a minimum, an average of one potentially migrant family per workday to determine eligibility for Title IC-Migrant Education services.
• Complete Certificates of Eligibility (COEs) for qualified families accurately as measured by error and defect rates defined and recorded in the SOESD COE Quality Review meetings.
• Participate in regular SOESD COE Quality Review meetings.
• Inform qualified families of available Title IC-Migrant Education services.
• Work with Title IC Migrant Education Program staff to identify community agencies and organizations that provide supportive services and share that information with families as needed.
• Maintain appropriate records of activities and contacts.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma and any combination of education and experience which would provide the desired skills, knowledge, and ability to perform the job.
• Bi-literate in Spanish/English (Bicultural preferred).
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with migrant families.
• Ability to attend required training out of the local area.
• Ability to learn and adhere to the laws related to Title IC-Migrant Recruiting.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to obtain "Certification to Identify and Recruit Migrant Students" within the first five months of employment.
• Valid Oregon driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Perform physical requirements unaided or with reasonable accommodations.

Physical Requirements

• Stand/Walk: 4-6 Hrs/Day
• Sit: 1-4 Hrs/Day
• Drive: 4-6 Hrs/Day
• Bending: Occasionally
• Squat: Limited
• Climb Stairs: Occasionally
• Single Grasping: Frequently
• Pushing: Occasionally
• Pulling: Occasionally
• Fine Manipulation: Frequently
• Repetitive Foot Controls: Occasionally
• Lifting (less than 25 lbs): Limited
• Lifting (25-50 lbs): Not At All
• Lifting (50-75 lbs): Not At All
• Lifting (75-100 lbs): Not At All

Pay

$17.97/hr. - $21.50/hr. for the 2026-2027 school year.

Schedule

1.0 FTE / 258 Calendar Year (year-round position).

Benefits

• Southern Oregon ESD contributes up to $2,185.00 per month (family coverage) for health, dental, and vision insurance premiums for qualified employees.
• Employer-paid PERS (Public Employee Retirement System), including an additional 6% individual investment account with PERS.
• 9 paid holidays.
• A generous sick, vacation, and discretionary (personal) leave packet.
• Health Insurance (OEBB MODA) including medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance with monthly premiums deducted pre-tax.
• Options for Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and day-care expenses.
• Optional coverage for additional life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance through Aflac or American Fidelity.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Mercy Flights Membership.