LEP Program Coordinator (Permanent classified paid hourly)

Location: Spokane CC Main Campus Spokane

Department: SCC ESL

Salary Range: $21.48 - $28.62

Starting salary for this position is: $21.48 (Hourly)

Employees hired at the entry step of this range receive salary step advancement after six months and every 12 months thereafter. An employee hired at anything higher than the entry step of the range will have salary step advancement after 12 months and every 12 months thereafter until they reach the top of the salary range. Each salary step advancement will be approximately a 5% increase.

Spokane Community College, part of Spokane Colleges, serves 15,000 students with career technical, liberal arts, and adult education programs in Spokane and surrounding rural communities.

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. PST on 11/03/2026. The application process will not be available after this time. To ensure consideration make sure your application is completed and submitted as soon as possible. Applications will only be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. on the closing date.

Under general direction, this position is responsible for serving as subject matter expert (SME) in the Limited English Proficiency (LEP) program. This position will support all aspects of reporting of LEP clients and working with local partner agencies such as Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) and World Relief and International Rescue Committee (IRC) regarding client referrals.

This is a permanent classified paid hourly position.

• →Serve as SME for the LEP Program. Have extensive involvement with students, staff, the public and/or agencies in carrying out LEP program activities. Provide students, staff, and the public information and interpretation of policies and activities related to the LEP program requirements. *
• →Coordinate intake assessment, enrollment and placement of LEP students in Adult Basic Education (ABE)/English as a Second Language (ESL) program. Inform LEP students of the WorkFirst (WF) participation, regulations and requirements.  Input information into ABE/LEP databases; use DSHS Electronic Job Automated database (EJAS) to reflect necessary information for reporting and to track students served under the LEP contract and contract renewal; print and distribute lists of current LEP students to faculty; communicate with instructors and ESL support staff regarding reporting absences of the LEP students to the Retention Services with Case Managers at DSHS. *
• →Provide support services to LEP clients; determine their eligibility and document necessary information in EJAS and the student file. *
• →Be responsible accurate record keeping and maintenance of the LEP records. Collect necessary documentation for LEP quarterly billing; prepare and proofread the billing for Office of Refugee and Immigrant Assistance (ORIA). *
• →Compose correspondence, printed materials, and news releases related to LEP program services; edit materials for accuracy, appearance, readability, and style. *
• →Coordinate arrangements for program activities such as meetings and conferences. *
• →Establish and maintain manual and electronic records and files; generate reports as required. *
• →Support test distribution and actual CASAS appraisal and quarterly assessments. *
• →Provide support to other ABE/ESL programs as needed.
• →Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions. *
• →Comply with district policies, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statutes and collective bargaining agreements. *
• →Support and advance the Spokane Colleges strategic plan, and perform other duties as assigned. *

• Action Oriented
• Optimizes Work Processes
• Ensures Accountability
• Drives Results
• Collaborates
• Values Differences
• Communicates Effectively
• Instills Trust
• Demonstrates Self-Awareness
• Self-Development
• Nimble Learning
• Situational Adaptability

Learn more about our competencies.

• Knowledge and/or experience on maintaining electronic and manual filing systems.
• Advanced knowledge of using computers, spreadsheets, database and word processing software. Demonstrated ability to learn and use a database system.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Experience working with adults with limited English who have multiple barriers to education and employment.
• Ability to have attention to details while adhering to strict deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

• Two or more years of experience working with adults with limited English.
• Two or more years of relevant office clerical experience.
• One or more years of experience with EJAS and student management systems (SMS).
• Knowledge of LEP program rules/regulations.
• Familiar with PeopleSoft software
• Experience using Office 365.
• Fluency in a second language.
• Experience in a higher education environment.

• Work is performed in an office environment with frequent interruptions and background noise.
• Work is sedentary.
• Work directly with students/clients.
• Move up to 25 lbs. occasionally. Team lifts are encouraged and to be used at the employee’s discretion.
• Occasional to frequent change in position from sedentary, standing, stooping and walking.

• Permanent classified paid hourly position.
• Scheduled to work up to 16 hours per week; work schedule will be determined by the supervisor.
• This position is not benefit eligible.
• This position is overtime eligible in accordance with applicable laws and collective bargaining agreements.
• Subject to a six-month probationary period.
• A criminal background check is required.
• This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement; union membership is optional.

Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the district to sponsor an H1-B visa. In addition, the Spokane Colleges maintain a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.  

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. Once an applicant is chosen for a position, they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

• Cover letter - addressing your qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of this position.
  
• Resume.
  
• References – the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references.

For questions regarding a job application or the hiring process, or if you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact HR at CCS.Recruiter@ccs.spokane.edu. 

Spokane Colleges provides equal opportunity in education and employment. We comply with applicable federal and state civil rights laws, and prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in programs, activities, and employment based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran or military status, service-animal use, or other legally protected status.

To report a concern or ask about Title IX or access, contact Frederick Davis, Chief Human Resource Officer / Title IX Coordinator, at ccs.titleix@ccs.spokane.edu or 509-434-5037.

Advertised: 23 Oct 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: 03 Nov 2026 Pacific Standard Time

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