PT Enrollment Coach

Virginia Western Community College

Minimum of $15.79/hr., pay commensurate with qualifications

United States, Virginia, Roanoke

Nov 08, 2024

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title	PT Enrollment Coach
Role Title	Education Support Spec II
Role Code	29143-SW
FLSA	Nonexempt
Pay Band	03
Position Number	286W0569
Agency	Virginia Western Community College
Division	Virginia Western Community College (Div)
Work Location	Roanoke (City) - 770
Hiring Range	Minimum of $15.79/hr., pay commensurate with qualifications
Emergency/Essential Personnel	No
EEO Category	E-Paraprofessional
Full Time or Part Time	Part 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?	No
Work Schedule	Mon-Fri, with occasional evening and weekend shifts up to 29 hours a week
Sensitive Position	No
Job Description	Virginia Western Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education operating under the Virginia Community College System, a statewide system of community colleges. The College operates under the policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Virginia Western Community College Local Advisory Board. Virginia Western is located on a 70-acre campus in southwest Roanoke, VA. The service region of the College includes Roanoke, Salem, Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. The College was established in 1966 and has grown from an initial enrollment of 1,352 to its current annual enrollment of over 9,000 students in credit courses and more than 1,400 enrollments in fast-track workforce and continuing education courses. Virginia Western Community College is accepting applications for a part-time Enrollment Coach. The role of this part-time position is to support prospective and recent applicants in the onboarding process for credit and non-credit programs to Virginia Western. The Enrollment Coach contacts applicants at the point of application to briefly affirm program selection, discuss residency status and review any follow-up items that may be needed to affirm tuition classification (in-state versus out-of-state), discuss academic programs available for the first semester's recommended classes and schedule a follow-up appointment with a New Student Advisor for further registration assistance. The Enrollment Coach will also encourage FAFSA completion to support applicants in connecting with available financial resources to support educational expenses. The Enrollment Coach will support Workforce enrollment as part of the One Door Virginia Western approach. This position will also support on and off-site enrollment-related events as needed.
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	Experience providing student/client-facing support services to a diverse population. Experience that exhibits strong organizational skills and the demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks under time pressure. Experience working with educational databases and technology platforms. Excellent interpersonal skills. The ability to work well with a highly diverse population in a team and change-oriented environment. The ability to perform well with or without direct supervision. The ability to evaluate and effectively synthesize complex information from multiple sources and develop actionable plans. Well-developed oral & written communication skills, including the ability to communicate intricate information in a palatable manner. Knowledge of the purpose and mission of the community college. Must be able to work on-campus (this is not a telework-eligible position). Must be able to work occasional evening and weekend shifts as needed.
Additional Considerations	Work experience in a community college setting. Successful work experience in admissions or financial aid. Knowledge of Virginia Western's degree, certificate and training/credentialing opportunities. Knowledge of available financial assistance and scholarship opportunities.
Operation of a State Vehicle	No
Supervises Employees	No
Required Travel	No

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	WGE_2253P
Recruitment Type	General Public - G
Number of Vacancies	1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date	11/08/2024
Job Close Date	11/21/2024
Open Until Filled
Agency Website	www.virginiawestern.edu
Contact Name	Lindsey Weston
Email	hrapps@virginiawestern.edu
Phone Number	540-857-7305
Special Instructions to Applicants	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.
Quicklink for Posting	https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/79031