Title: Talent Search High School Outreach Coordinator

Agency: Wytheville Community College

Location: Wythe - 197

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: Minimum $42,905

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:
The mission of Wytheville Community College is to provide a quality, comprehensive education for the citizens of the counties of Bland, Carroll, Grayson, Smyth, and Wythe and the city of Galax. To achieve this mission and to fulfill its role as an educational leader and partner, Wytheville Community College commits to a student-centered environment by: providing programs and courses in occupational-technical education, college transfer education, general education, developmental education, distance education, continuing education, and workforce development; utilizing a broad range of instructional technologies, methods, materials, and facilities that are designed to meet the diverse needs of students; offering a supportive, comprehensive program of student development services that contribute to student persistence, success, and citizenship; fueling regional and state economic development by forging partnerships with businesses, industries, public agencies, civic groups, public schools, and other institutions of higher education not only within the service region but throughout the Commonwealth; promoting Appalachian Culture and cultural opportunities of Southwest Virginia; promoting accessibility; promoting accessibility and affordability; and ensuring quality in all programs and services.

Wytheville Community College is seeking to fill the position of High School Outreach Coordinator. This position assists students with reaching their educational and career goals by (a) providing curriculum-approved workshops in schools and virtually and (b) developing and assisting in implementing out-of-school activities that enhance their understanding of different professional fields. In addition, the position includes recruiting participants for project services and maintaining participant files on services provided. This position is part of the Talent Search Grant and is restricted. Continued employment year-to-year would depend on grant funds.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, psychology, social work, or higher education;
Good written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills;
Ability to work with low-income potential first-generation college students;
Professional/personal experience in overcoming barriers similar to the ones confronting project participants;
Professional experience in pre-college programs or similar programs;
Knowledge and/or advocacy experience with disadvantaged communities; and
Able to work independently with target school contacts and community.
Preferred Qualifications:

Previous Talent Search or TRiO experience; and
Higher Education experience