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Location : ESD 112 - Vancouver Campus
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202602991
Department: STUDENT & SCHOOL SUCCESS
Program: Career Readiness
Opening Date: 07/28/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Thank you for your interest in our employment opportunities. We invite you to apply to be a part of our dynamic team providing quality educational services throughout Southwest Washington, and other areas of the state. For more information review the NEOGOV and
General Responsibilities
Under the general direction of the Postsecondary Readiness Manager, the Regional Dual Credit Coordinator will assist the College and Career Pathways team with daily operations across all areas of dual credit/concurrent enrollment; coordinate with K12 district and higher education staff to identify and map regional dual credit pathways; lead or co-lead workgroups and professional learning communities around dual credit pathways; develop professional materials in alignment with districts, Institutions of Higher Education (IHE)s, and workforce partners.
The Ideal candidate excels at translating complex dual credit, pathways, and data information accessible and actionable for partners, educators, students and families, and is deeply passionate about increasing postsecondary readiness and expanding equitable college and career opportunities for all youth across Southwest Washington. They are highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities and projects simultaneously and thriving in collaborative environments. As a strong communicator and relationship builder, they effectively build trust and facilitate partnerships across K12 schools, higher education, workforce, and community organizations to support shared goals, solve complex challenges, and create equitable postsecondary opportunities for youth.
Salary:
The annual compensation range for this position is $68,762.89 - $83,670.02. Offers are made at the beginning of the range.
Effective 09/01/2026, the annual compensation range will be $70,558.08 - $85,852.41. Offers are made at the beginning of the range.
Assignment:
This position will be full-time, 220 days per year (a calendar of scheduled workdays will be provided). This is grant-funded position, currently funded through August of 2028(Anticipated start date is August 24, 2026).
Regular Attendance Required:
The expectation is to maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.
A complete application will include:

1. Work history going back 10 years (if applicable)
2. At least three professional reference's contact information
3. A Cover Letter expressing interest in the position
4. A Resume that reflects work experience listed on application
5. Evidence of an Bachelor's degree or higher (unofficial transcripts or copy of diploma)

Essential Functions/Other Functions
Essential Function:

1. Partner with K12 district partners to identify dual credit opportunities, including AP, CTE Dual Credit, College in the High School, and Running Start. Map alignments and articulations from K12 to postsecondary to high value credential pathways. Provide technical assistance in designing advising and family outreach strategies.
2. Partner with higher education partners to map regional dual credit pathways at 2- and 4-year institutions. Identify opportunities to develop alignment between higher education partners on regional dual credit pathways. Provide technical assistance on recruitment and transcription strategies.
3. Provide training to College and Career Pathways team, including leading or co-leading professional learning communities on dual credit transcription processes, pathways, and articulations. Provide additional support on daily K12 to Career operations, including team and relationship building, professional development, and annual reporting cycles.
4. Support the Regional Data Intermediary lead in compiling, analyzing data, and creating visualizations for regional and state dual credit data aligned with project research questions. Support data-driven decision making processes to increase student outcomes with regional partners.
5. Collaborate with the Career Pathways Coordinator to create sector-focused career pathways maps with integrated dual credit for use in student advising. Co-organize regional events such as a the Purposeful Pathways Summit.
6. Develop materials and presentations for regional workgroups and PLCs, and identify opportunities to share work broadly at the regional, state, and national levels. Coordinate with regional, state, and national partners (e.g. Stand for Children and NCCR) on best practices around dual credit.
7. Serve as a Liaison between K12 dual credit instructors and college faculty. Develop and lead their professional development.

Other Functions:

1. Assist districts with Memoranda of Understanding, articulation agreements, curriculum mapping or other early college documentation.
2. Maintain a consistent database of courses offered in regional K12 schools to improve redundancy.
3. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills
Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree or higher in education, counseling, college admissions, or a related field
2. Three years' experience working in K12 schools or higher education.
3. Demonstrated familiarity with postsecondary pathways, including transcription and alignment of dual credit.
4. Experience in professional development and community engagement, with the ability to interact with and support stakeholders from K12, workforce and higher education.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Previous experience in project management, preferably in an educational setting.
2. Experience working with diverse, rural populations.

Working Conditions/Employment Requirements
Working Conditions:

1. Office, school, and community environments.
2. Frequent travel across the ESD112 region and the state.

Employment Requirements:

1. Successful completion of a criminal history background check through the Washington State Patrol.

Notice of Non-Discrimination
ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, 360-952-3328,
• Title IX Compliance Officer: Wendy Niehaus, 360-952-3574,
• ADA/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, 360-952-3529,

The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at 360-750-7500.
We provide a professional yet family-friendly work environment. To that end, our benefits are designed to meet the individual needs of our employees and their families.Full-Time or Part-Time positions working at least 17.5 hours per week are eligible for our standard package of benefits; retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance offered at affordable premiums, we also offer a 25% discount on child care at ECE Child Care centers, tuition reimbursement, credit union membership, an employee assistance program, and much more!
Part-time positions working less than 17.5 hours per week or Temporary positions are not eligible for health benefits or paid leave. Eligibility for retirement is based on length of assignment.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher in education, counseling, social work, college admissions, or a related field?

• YES (You must include unofficial transcripts or a copy of your diploma with your application materials)
• NO

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Do you have three years' experience working in K12 schools or higher education?

• YES
• NO

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Do you have demonstrated familiarity with postsecondary pathways, including transcription and alignment of dual credit?

• YES
• NO

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Do you have experience in professional development and community engagement, with the ability to interact with and support stakeholders from K12, workforce and higher education?

• YES
• NO

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Are you eligible for lawful employment in the U.S.? Proof of citizenship or legal right to work and identity will be required after hire.

• Yes
• No

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APPLICANT DECLARATION: Selecting YES authorizes the employer to conduct a background investigation and authorizes the release of information in connection with this application for employment. This investigation may include such information as criminal or civil convictions, driving records, previous employers and educational institutions, electronic/phone personal or professional references, and other appropriate sources.
Selecting YES indicates you waive your right of access to such information, and without limitation, hereby release the employer and the reference sources from any liability in connection with its release or use. This release includes the sources cited above and specific examples as follows: The Washington State Patrol (WSP), information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) of either data on all criminal convictions or certification that no data on criminal convictions is maintained, information from OSPI, the Washington or other State Departments of Social and Health Services and any locality to which they may refer for release of information pertaining to any findings of child abuse or neglect investigations involving you.
Selecting YES certifies under the penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that you have made true, correct and complete answers and statements on this application in the knowledge that they may be relied upon in considering your application. If the information provided or answer(s) to any questions on the application change prior to your being hired, you understand that you must immediately notify the employer. You understand that any omission, falsely answered statement made by you on this application, or any supplement to it will be sufficient grounds for failure to employ you or for your discharge should you become employed.
Selecting YES indicates that you understand that you may be subject to Washington State Patrol (WSP) and FBI fingerprint background checks.

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• No

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