Longhouse Steward

Lane Community College

life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, sick time, long term disability

United States, Oregon, Eugene

Mar 10, 2025

Posting Details

AA/EEO Statement

AA/EEO Statement:	Lane Community College is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Veteran / Disabled Employer embracing equity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage a safe and hospitable environment for historically marginalized populations including women, BIPOC, Latinx, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and candidates and employees living with disabilities.
Veterans Statement	Lane actively recruits veterans and those with disabilities for all positions. For accommodations and questions call 541-463-5586. Veterans, please fax, e-mail, mail or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources, roushz@lanecc.edu, 541-463-3970 Lane Community College ensures that all documentation submitted to HR will remain confidential.

Position Information:

Posting Number:	240173
Job Title:	Longhouse Steward
Applicant Notification:	Department Information Lane Community College ( LCC) seeks to hire a full-time Longhouse Steward for the Longhouse at the Lane Community College main campus. Lane uses a redacted application for screening Minimum Qualifications. Please complete the online application in its entirety. See our FAQs for more details. Search Information Provide all documents as requested; a resume may not take the place of any one section of the application. Unofficial Transcripts are required for this position at the time of application. See instructions below. Incomplete applications will not be considered
Location:	Main Campus
Classification:	Project Specialist II
Position Type:	Classified
Anticipated Start Date:	On, or about, 5/16/2025
Salary/Wage:	Hourly
Salary/Wage Range:	$24.31 - $35.36 hourly (Classified Salary Level 12)
Salary/Compensation Statement:	Hourly wage reflects an approximate annual salary of $50,570 - $74,162. New employees may not be placed on the salary schedule higher than any current employee in this classification with the same or greater number of years' relevant experience and education. Lane's robust Benefits package includes a generous contribution toward medical, dental and vision insurance, basic term life insurance, long term disability, vacation leave, personal time and paid sick leave. Lane 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.
Grant Statement:
Working Schedule:	Full-time; generally Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Variable work hours based upon department needs; Mornings, evenings, and weekends may be required.
FLSA:	Non-Exempt
Position Status:	Permanent
Full/Part:	Full-Time
Annual Schedule:	260 Day (12 Month)
Annual Schedule Details:
Quicklink for Posting:	https://jobs.lanecc.edu/postings/12774

POSTING TEXT

Posting Date:	02/27/2025
Closing Date:	03/30/2025
Applicant Pool:	No
Open Until Filled:	No

Required QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education:	Bachelor's degree (please see Additional Equivalency Information).
Required Experience:	Two (2) years of experience working with programs that serve Native American communities.
Licensure or Certification Requirements
Conditions of Employment:	Successful applicants are required to complete a criminal background check. Infractions do not necessarily disqualify a candidate, and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. See our FAQs for more detail. Must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed.

Preferred QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education	Bachelor's degree in Native American Studies, Ethnic Studies, and/or Indigenous, Race, and Ethnic Studies, or related field.
Preferred Experience	Experience in project, event, and activity planning. Practical experience supervising or mentoring student workers.
Language Statement	We welcome multilingual applicants who can support and welcome all students. Language Preference for candidates who speak a North American Indigenous language such as Kalapuya, Chinuk Wawa, lchishkin, Dee-ni (Siletz, Coquille), Hanis, Kiksht, Klamath, Paiute, Sahaptin, Takelma, Umatilla, Walla Walla, Weyfiletpuu, etc.
Bilingual/Multicultural Statement:	Inclusiveness, diversity, and equity are integral to Lane's commitment to excellence in education and our commitment to student and community engagement. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought. We encourage applications from candidates that identify with groups that are historically underrepresented in higher education.
Equivalency Statement:	We want to find the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. You are also encouraged to address how your professional and lived experience, scholarship, teaching, mentorship and/or service will contribute to the Lane mission of transforming lives through learning. Additional Equivalency Information: Equivalency may include additional years of experience working with programs that serve Native American communities, holding traditional tribal roles within the community, and lived experience in a tribal community.
Position Purpose:	The Longhouse Steward will provide stewardship for our sacred space, the Native American Longhouse located at the Lane Community College main campus, and culturally appropriate support to students, the community, and the college. Work is done in alignment with Lane's Vision, Mission, and Values. The Longhouse Steward is responsible for establishing, supporting, and promoting campus and community activities and partnerships that encourage student retention, a sense of belonging, and success at LCC. The Longhouse Steward will also establish and maintain relationships with constituents and communities outside the college to ensure student success and foster community cohesion. The Longhouse Steward is required to work diplomatically and confidentially on sensitive matters with constituents and students, faculty, and all levels of administrators. Part of the constituent and community relations include supporting the facilitation of the Native American & Longhouse Advisory Council and establishing/upholding the values of the Longhouse. The steward also oversees the cleanliness and maintenance of the physical and spiritual parts of the Longhouse. The steward is responsible for identifying and implementing facility repairs and upgrades. In addition, the steward is responsible for the scheduling of the Longhouse, following up with groups, and assisting groups with setups/cleanups as appropriate. The individual in this position must demonstrate cultural sensitivity to, respect for, and understanding of the educational and social development needs of all students, particularly those from historically underrepresented, marginalized, and/or underserved communities.
Essential Functions:	Project, Event, and Activity Planning Establishes, supports, and promotes event plans for users of the Longhouse. Collaborates to ensure all participants honor the established inclusive and peaceful practices. Assists potential Longhouse users in the reservation process. Reviews, processes, and confirms use requests while ensuring the appropriate use of the Longhouse with application of established guidelines. Maintains schedule with the use of 25Live scheduling software and coordinates event planning at the Longhouse. Monitors that the use of the Longhouse is aligned with established guidelines and appropriate functions. Monitors that the Longhouse use is aligned with expectations related to its status as a sacred space. Works with campus and community members to support the understanding of sacred space and appropriate use of the Longhouse. Assist in preserving the Longhouse and related materials in Lane CC archives. Longhouse Facility Support Oversee cleanliness and maintenance of the physical and spiritual parts of the Longhouse Identify and implement facility and equipment repair and upgrades. Works with the Information Technology department to schedule and coordinate Longhouse technology is maintained and operational on a regular basis. Work with Facilities, Management, and Planning departments to support the Longhouse Submits and tracks work orders for maintenance, landscaping, and custodial services. Native American Community Liaison Support Works with First Nation community members to support Longhouse activities, and provide guidance and leadership to constituents, the Native community, and Oregon's nine (9) federally recognized tribes. Collaborate with Indigenous persons and Nations in the creation and maintenance of display case exhibits Assists in providing administrative support for the Native American & Longhouse Advisory Council at LCC Provides educational sessions for campus and community members related to civic organization partnership and their relationships with Tribal Governments. Supports the establishment, cultivation, and maintenance of collaborative relationships with Tribal Governments, Elders, traditional leaders, organizations, and schools. Assists in creating and maintaining a Longhouse Memorandum of Understanding with appropriate entities, including Oregon's nine (9) federally recognized Tribes and the Chinook Indian Nation. Assists the Native American Program Coordinator and the College with engagement and consultation with Oregon Nations and tribes. Student Support, Retention, and Advocacy Participates in the delivery of student services in a cross-functional team approach. This may include program orientation, academic support and planning, and identification of financial educational resources. Work with students in providing holistic student success programs, supports, and services. Works one-on-one, in-person, by email, over the phone, and virtually with students to provide academic support. Connects students with resources and strategies and makes referrals to campus and community partners based on students' individualized needs. Collaborates with various campus and community partners to identify strategies and resources for student retention and success. Assessment and evaluation of programming, practices, and student retention outcomes. Student/Faculty/Staff/Community Support Assist in preserving the Longhouse and related materials in Lane CC archives. Educate College and community members about Longhouse history and protocols. Serves on the Native American & Longhouse Advisory Council and associated committees. Works in collaboration with the Native American Student Program Coordinator and the Native American Student Association (NASA). Assist the Native American Student Program Coordinator with the Annual Pow Wow. Informs Native and Indigenous constituents across the State of college programs and services. Assist the College in student recruitment and outreach efforts among tribal communities, students, and families. Works in collaboration with campus leadership, academic divisions, and enrollment and campus support services with the recruitment, matriculation, persistence, and retention of Native and Indigenous students. Problem-solve and manage sensitive information with appropriate awareness of FERPA standards; maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to the privacy needs of students. Administrative Support Attends to logistics, maintenance, organization, services, equipment, and supplies that prepare the Longhouse to serve guests and users; maintains records and documentation. Assists with the development of long-range plans to fund and schedule upgrades of Longhouse surrounding grounds, equipment, and technology in collaboration with the Native American & Longhouse Advisory Council at LCC, Native American Student Program Coordinator, and the Associate Vice President of Culture and Belonging. Develops and implements marketing plans, and materials, and markets various programs and services in collaboration with the Associate Vice President of Culture and Belonging, Native American Student Program Coordinator, and Marketing Department. Manages Longhouse web page in collaboration with the college's webmaster. Tracks data for Longhouse use. Provide budget support and administrative support of external funds and received grants as needed. Acts as the primary contact for the Longhouse. Other duties as assigned. Equity and Inclusion Demonstrate Lane's core value of social justice by ensuring equity and inclusion skills such as respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, and valuing of cultural and personal differences, are the basis of employee and student interpersonal communications and relationships, and are applied to all position responsibilities. Duties are carried out respectfully and inclusively, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, social class, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran's status, nationality, age, language, origin or employment status. Must demonstrate an active concern for meeting the needs of students, staff, and the public. Actively assist with ADA compliance in conjunction with Lane Community College's Human Resources and Disability Resources departments; support appropriate access for persons with disabilities to facilitate student and staff success; mentor and role-model cultural competency for persons with disabilities.
Supervision Statement:	The Associate Vice President of Culture and Belonging is the supervisor of the Longhouse Steward position. Work is performed independently based on previous knowledge and professional judgment, according to local, state, and federal regulations, applicable laws, College policies, and program guidelines. The dean will provide guidance and direction to the coordinator regarding responsibilities, including program oversight and authority. Work may be reviewed by the supervisor for the effective coordination of the project/program and the quality of services provided to the target population by staff. This position may provide supervision of student employees.
Physical Demands/Working Environment:	This position works indoors in a normal office working environment and is exposed to usual office working conditions that include office noises and interruptions, such as printers, telephones, and visitors. This position requires that an employee be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time; perform cognitive and psychometric work for more than six (6) hours a day. This position may work with individuals who may be in crisis, have difficulty tracking, or are in need of mental health support. Work may require transporting materials up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Work safely.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:	Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities in: Extensive knowledge of cultural traditions and customs of tribal people, especially among Oregon's nine (9) federally recognized tribes. Knowledge of universal/inclusive design concepts and experience with implementation. Knowledge of college policies and procedures. Knowledge of cultural and traditional Native protocols. Skill in preparing a variety of reports related to operational activities, including statistical analysis. Strong interpersonal skills that enable relationship building. Ability to develop operational policies, manuals, guides, and other related materials. Ability to work with diverse academic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff. High-level organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask effectively in a fast-paced, detail-oriented, and time-sensitive environment. Ability to attend to details and pursue quality in accomplishing tasks. Strong written and oral communication skills. Skill in database management. Ability to work collegially and collaboratively with diverse internal and external constituencies to help build cohesive support for initiatives. Ability to effectively interact and engage with faculty, students, and staff throughout a college setting and with communities where services and support for Native American students, non-traditional students, and under-represented students and concerns are engaged. Ability to relate effectively and engage with a wide variety of people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Ability to monitor and meet departmental, division, and event deadlines. Ability to implement and monitor policies, procedures, and workflow. Ability to anticipate the next steps and execute independently. Ability to maintain the confidentiality of records and information. Ability to produce professional correspondence, documents, data reports, and presentations. Ability to provide support to employees working to meet accreditation standards through evaluation and assessment of student outcomes.
Applicant Instructions:	Applicant Instructions Lane uses a redacted application for screening Minimum Qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All fields in the application must be completed, including employment dates, work hours, and detailed job duties. See our FAQs for more details. Resume / Curriculum Vitae (CV) may not take the place of any section in the application. Required Documents To be considered a candidate for this position, all of the following must be included in the application package: Application - Complete and submit online via the applicant portal. Resume - Comprehensive of experience, education, and accomplishments. Cover Letter - Clearly detailing how you meet the qualifications for the position. Transcripts - See instructions below. If applicable: DD214 - Veterans, please fax, e-mail, mail, or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources at Lane Community College, attn. Zack Roush, roushz@lanecc.edu, Fax: 541-463-3970. Additional Documents and Letters of reference are not accepted. Questions? For assistance with the online application call Human Resources at 541-463-5586. For position questions contact Zack Roush at roushz@lanecc.edu, 541-463-5473. How to monitor your application: Enter recruitment@lanecc.edu into your Safe Senders list. Notifications will be sent toward the end of the search process. Visit your Employment Opportunities account. The main page will show your status in the search. Positions close at 9:00 pm.
Transcript Instructions:	Unofficial transcripts are required at the time of application. If you have obtained a degree higher than the required education for this position, then unofficial transcripts are required to ensure an accurate salary placement is conducted. Attach under "Optional Documents", fax, e-mail, deliver or mail to: Lane Community College Human Resources Posting 240173, Attn: Zack Roush 4000 E. 30th Ave. Building 3, 1st floor Eugene, OR 97405 Fax: (541) 463-3970 E-mail: Zack Roush, roushz@lanecc.edu
College and Division Information:	The Longhouse In 1994, Frank Merrill, a member of the Karuk Nation in Northern California and founder of the Native American Program at LCC, had a dream of having a Longhouse on the college campus. The Longhouse Project was supported largely by students and many local, State, and tribal governments and organizations. On December 3, 2010 Merrill's dream came true; Lane Community College was the first in the State of Oregon to open the doors of a Longhouse on a community college campus. Situated in Kalapuya territory, the Longhouse is a sovereign space where Native American students and the community can share their values and cultures to create mutual learning relationships. The building is a symbiosis of traditional and contemporary construction methods with donated timber from the Coquille Forest in Southwest Oregon and blessed by the Coquille Tribe before being turned at a mill in Molalla. The building has intentional axial relations to the cardinal directions in accordance to Native philosophy, with a main entry facing east welcoming new beginnings and one facing west to honor our past. The Longhouse Great Room is a space that represents a place that has familial, sacred, and traditional modes while providing technology necessary for effective teaching and learning. Three entries open to a circular Hall of Honor, a place where we honor the nine federally recognized Native nations of Oregon. The Longhouse also includes a kitchen which allows us to continue to care for each other through sharing meals. The salmon pit allows the continuity of the relationship the Pacific Northwest tribes and Salmon. Adjacent to the southwest corner of the building is the Frank Merrill Veteran's Memorial Garden, giving reverence to our relations who have and are serving in the armed forces of the United States. The building provides a landmark for the campus and is a gateway introduction for visitors to the campus. As cultures adapt throughout time, the Longhouse at Lane Community College continues its mission to provide a culturally sustainable home and place of learning. The elegant building is a container of rich and diverse Native American cultures. The Longhouse has had a positive impact on the campus and is a place of hope in the present day. College Information The goal of Lane Community College is to help students achieve their dreams and transform lives through learning. The faculty and staff are dedicated to helping students succeed. Lane partners with businesses in the community to help shape the current and future workforce. Lane is a learning-centered community college that provides affordable, quality, lifelong educational opportunities. History Lane was founded in 1964 by a vote of local citizens, and the main campus opened in 1968. The college was a successor to the Eugene Technical-Vocational School that was founded in 1938. Lane has received many awards and accolades for its innovative programs and high quality instruction. The college is a member of the League for Innovation in the Community College. One of the advantages of working at Lane is living in the area. Lane's main campus is in Eugene, a city known for its quality of life and for being the home of the University of Oregon. Eugene is home to more than 153,000 people and neighboring Springfield has more than 57,000 residents comprising the second largest population center in the state. Eugene and Springfield are nestled in the Willamette Valley between the Pacific Ocean and the Cascade Mountains. Some peaks in the Cascade Range can be seen from the main campus. The area's scenic mountains, forests, rivers, lakes, and coastline offer many opportunities for outdoor adventures or for just sitting back and enjoying the view. See what's new at Eugene, Cascades & Oregon Coast (link is external).
Union Association:	LCC Employees Federation (Classified)