Dormitory Counselor 1

Initial Posting Date:
06/02/2026

Application Deadline:
07/01/2026

Agency:
Oregon Department of Education

Salary Range:
$3,642.00-$4,954.00

Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:
Dormitory Counselor 1

Job Description:

We are seeking a Dormitory Counselor (DC 1) in the Girls and Boys Dormitory, which is a part of the Residential Program, for the Oregon School for the Deaf. This position is a full-time Academic year, classified position represented by the SEIU.


Monthly Salary: $3,642.00-$4,954.00 ($3,880.00-$5,298.00 PERS)


About This Role


Our Residential Program is responsible for maintaining the educational mission of Oregon School for the Deaf and is designed to provide a variety of learning opportunities that promote students' academic endeavors, and which encourage their growth and development. We recognize that learning is not solely academic in nature. A large part of learning inevitably takes place outside the classroom. We are committed to supporting that learning through the residential experiences we provide.


Our dorm counselors are committed to providing students with a safe, comfortable and well-maintained living space in an academically enriching environment.


Recruitment Timeline


This position will be posted beginning June 2nd. Applications will be accepted and reviewed starting July 1st, with interviews anticipated to be held mid-July. Our goal start date for this position is August 2025.


Please note that all dates are subject to change. Applicants will be notified of any updates throughout the process.


A day in life may include:

• This is an overnight shift with hours from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM

• Providing residential students with in-sight supervision, living skills instruction, PBIS instruction, recreational and leisure time activities, and a living environment, which is safe, clean, and visually attractive.

• Planning and supervising large and small groups of students for activities such as instructional play, homework or other educational activity, organized leisure time and after school recreation activities.

• Keeping attendance and continuously knowing the location, safety and wellbeing of each student under your care.

• Supervising and/or participating in assisting with sports activities and other extracurricular activities.

Minimum Qualifications:


High School diploma or GED; AND


Six (6) months experience working with children or adults in a group home, foster care setting, or skilled care center.


AND


American Sign Language at the PI level 3 or better (Gallaudet) or Intermediate or better (WOU) within 6 months of hire.

• Link for ASLPI Levels

• WOU/Bridges Levels

Required training:

• First Aid/CPR Training will be provided annually prior to the start of the school year, if you are unable to attend then you are responsible for finding certification training.

• MANDT Training.

Preferred Skills & Knowledge (Desired Attributes):

• Microsoft Word, Google suite, and practical computer skills.

• Housekeeping or custodial experience.

• Basic behavior intervention strategies experience.

• Experience in childcare in K-12 Educational settings.

• Knowledge or experience in Child care development, or child care.

What's in it for you?


When you join the Oregon School for the Deaf, you are joining a fast-paced, creative environment with colleagues who are passionate about serving the children and families who rely on the Oregon School for the Deaf for support and growth through their education journey.


Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.


Paid days off -

• Some paid Holidays are covered based on the Academic Year schedule.

• 3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year.

• 8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month.

• Progressive vacation leave accrual, starting at 8 hours per month, with increases every 5 years.

In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses.


To Apply for this position, please submit the following:

• A Professional Resume

• Cover Letter

If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile.


The screening of candidates will be based on a review of the cover letter and attached resume. Candidates whose backgrounds most closely match the requested skills and desired attributes as outlined in this announcement will be invited to interview.


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Failure to complete these steps may result in the disqualification of your application.


Application Resources & Information:

• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard service members (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources. Be sure to submit your documentation prior to the close date of this posting to have the preference considered.

• Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.

• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans' preference immediately following your submission. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.

• Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io if you have any questions on the application process or need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please be sure to include the job requisition number.

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Additional Information:

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%.

• Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity.

• Future Vacancies: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

• Visa Sponsorship: The Oregon Department of Education does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time.

• Monitor your Workday account and email, as all communication will be sent electronically. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply. Warning! The system will timeout after 20 minutes of inactivity. You must save your progress accordingly.

• This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

• Background Check- Applicants will be subject to a finger-print based criminal history check including driving record. There is a fee (payable by the successful candidate) of $71.50 for the process.

The Department of Education is an equal employment opportunity & affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. The Department strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.