Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Outreach and Admissions Coach Role Title Education Support Specialist III Role Code 29144-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band Position Number 28200043 Agency Piedmont Virginia Community College Division Piedmont Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Albemarle - 003 Hiring Range $47,500 - $50,500 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category B-Professional Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, daytime hours
Sensitive Position No Job Description

Piedmont Virginia Community College ( PVCC ) is a nonresidential two-year institution of higher education that serves Central Virginia - principally residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa and Nelson. Our scenic campus is located in Albemarle County, Virginia. We are one of 23 community colleges in Virginia that comprise the Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ).

Purpose:

Piedmont Virginia Community College is a public community college devoted to transforming lives through exceptional education, teaching, and learning. PVCC Outreach & Admissions Coaches provide targeted, data-informed outreach to and recruitment of potential PVCC students in the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Greene, Fluvanna, Louisa, and Nelson. Coaches guide potential students from their initial expression of interest to a successful enrollment, ensuring all students who can benefit from post-secondary education and training have equitable access to PVCC . Additionally, coaches provide essential onboarding and orientation information to ensure a seamless transition to college. The foundation they provide allows for the continued success of students as they progress towards the completion of a degree, certificate, or workforce credential. These efforts of the PVCC Outreach & Admissions Coaches will be conducted on campus, in the community, and virtually, ensuring that all students can access the support and resources they need.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Help create and implement strategic outreach, enrollment, and recruitment plans for the college to ensure equitable access.
• Work with PVCC personnel and community members to identify and recruit students, including those from historically marginalized and underserved communities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan and execute recruitment-related tasks, onboarding activities, and special events.
• Represent PVCC at college fairs, community events, information sessions, and other relevant activities.
• Serve as a liaison between PVCC and various community organizations, educational institutions, employers, homeschool cooperatives, and other pertinent entities.
• Work within the service region high schools to provide outreach to high school students and facilitate their transition to PVCC .
• Cultivate relationships with prospective students by providing them with essential information about the college (orientation) and helping them make informed decisions about their academic and career pathways.
• Assist prospective students in registering for recruitment events and/or tours, submitting their application, completing their application, and moving through pre-enrollment and enrollment phases.
• Support new students throughout the admissions and onboarding processes, and ensure a smooth handoff to academic advisors, financial aid counselors, and other college support personnel.
• Utilize a CRM (Customer Relationship Management) platform to support communication with prospective students, facilitate the completion of onboarding steps, and measure the effectiveness of outreach initiatives.

Benefits include:

• Choice of health, dental, disability, and life insurance plans offered through the Commonwealth of Virginia
• Generous leave benefits
• Tuition waiver program for studies at PVCC and opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Review of applications begins immediately.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of basic computer applications.
• Ability to create, plan, organize and implement initiatives.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Additional Considerations

• Knowledge of community college programs and processes.
• Experience with high school students, college students, and adult learners.
• Academic advising, admissions, or school counseling experience.
• Postsecondary student affairs experience.

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel
minimal

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number CLS_3007P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 05/06/2024 Job Close Date 06/03/2024 Open Until Filled Agency Website pvcc.edu Contact Name Human Resources Email Humanresources@pvcc.edu Phone Number 4349616567 Special Instructions to Applicants
Application Package must include-
• Online Application
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Names, addresses, email and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references

Review of applications begins immediately. The search will remain open until the position is filled.

In order to better serve our customers, PVCC will only accept online applications. PVCC will not accept hand-delivered applications or applications submitted by mail, email, or fax. Cover letters, resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts (if required) must be attached electronically to the online application. Unofficial copies of transcripts will suffice for initial review. Official transcripts are required upon employment. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an accredited evaluation service.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System, anEEOemployer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, theVCCSis committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
TheVCCSis anEOEand Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
E-Verify Statement
VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.