Professional Staff

On-Campus Housing Coordinator - Paul Wheeler 

Paul has worked at COCC since 2007; first as an Academic/Career Advisor and now as the Housing Coordinator. Paul previsously worked at Plymouth State University in Plymouth, NH as a Residence Hall Director for seven years. Paul has a B.S. in Mathematics from the University of Idaho and a M.Ed. in Counseling from Plymouth State University. Paul grew up in Oregon (Roseburg and Medford) and enjoys living and recreating in Bend with his wife, son, and dog. Paul enjoys all forms of outdoor recreation; is an avid bicycle commuter; and is a licensed wedding officiant.

The Housing Coordinator is responsible for much of the operations management of the Office of Housing and Residence Life.

Residence Director - Paul Amar

Paul Amar has been the Resident Director for Central Oregon Community College since 2009. Paul was also a student at COCC, recently completing the Emergency Medical Services Paramedic Program. Prior to working for COCC, Paul worked for the United States Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management as a Off Highway Vehicle Technician and a Wildland Fire-Fighter. Paul received his B.S. in Natural Resources from the University of Idaho in 2003. Paul grew up in Salmon, Idaho where he enjoyed all things outdoors. Paul currently enjoys trail running with his black lab and riding motorcycles of all types.

The Residence Director is responsible for the supervision of the student staff, day-to-day interactions with students, and development of any community programming.

Custodial/Maintenance Worker - Bonnie Steiner

bio coming soon...

The Custodial/Maintenance Worker is responsible for the overall cleaning and general maintenance upkeep of Juniper Hall.