TRIO Academic Success Coach Job at Virginia Western Community College
Posting Summary
Working Title
TRIO Academic Success Coach
Role Title
12-month Restricted Professional Faculty
Role Code
01241-SW
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
00
Position Number
286GA072
Agency
Virginia Western Community College
Agency/Division
Virginia Western Community College (Div)
Work Location
Roanoke (City) - 770
Hiring Range
Salary commensurate with qualifications and dependent upon grant funding
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?
No
Work Schedule
Normal work hours are 8 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday. There may be a need to work outside of these normal hours for special events/programming.
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, located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains of the Roanoke Valley, is accepting applications for an Academic Success Coach. The Academic Success Coach position is a restricted, grant funded, professional faculty position that supports the TRIO/Student Support Services (SSS) program. This program is funded by a U.S. Department of Education grant. The Academic Success Coach position provides career and academic advising for first generation, low income, and/or disabled students participating in the TRIO/SSS program. In addition, the Academic Success Coach provides academic development support to improve student success. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Plans and develops workshops, provides transfer, career and academic advising, monitors progress of students’ non-cognitive and cognitive skills, advocates and promotes students’ self-advocacy skills, collaborates with other student services departments and faculty to best meet student needs and ensure academic success, and maintains accurate records and reports. The Academic Success Coach position directly supports the College’s diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts by effectively serving students from diverse, underrepresented, and/or under-served backgrounds.
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
Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services or related field. Experience in direct student services in a college setting with a working knowledge of ADA, HIPAA, and FERPA. Experience in Student Affairs, Academic Advising, or Counseling in Higher Education
. Understanding and appreciation of educational and economic needs of disadvantaged students; excellent interpersonal skills. Experience with Word, Excel and student information systems. Ability to work collaboratively with department members, grant office, faculty and other student services employees.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services. At least
3 years of experience in Student Affairs, Academic Advising, or Counseling in Higher Education. Experience in academic advising at the college level. Experience developing academic and cultural programs for disadvantaged students. Experience with case management, social media management, and working under grant guidelines and regulations.
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Travel will be limited in this position. Occasional travel on enrichment trips with students.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
FAC_932P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
03/24/2023
Job Close Date
04/13/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
Contact Name
Sarah Miller
Email
samiller@virginiawestern.edu
Phone Number
540-857-7283
Special Instructions to Applicants
Only online applications will be accepted. Submission of on-line application must also include a resume, cover letter, and transcripts. Unofficial transcripts may be provided as part of the application process. However, official transcripts are required of the selected candidate. The application will not be accepted without this required documentation.
Applicants who have degrees earned from educational institutions located outside of the United States are required to have their transcripts evaluated by a recognized credential evaluation service prior to applying for faculty positions. If the transcripts are in a foreign language, applicants also need to have their transcripts translated prior to applying for job opportunities at Virginia Western. Applicants who have foreign transcripts may submit a copy of their transcript attached to the original transcript evaluation. Applicants are responsible for the costs associated with translation/evaluation services.
Materials submitted via regular e-mail attachment, postal mail, fax, or in-person in lieu of the on-line application will not be considered. All documents must be received by 11:59 pm (EST) on the closing date.
For more specific information regarding the application process at Virginia Western, visit:
Females, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. TTY: “711” or 1-800-828-1120. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), Virginia Western Community College will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
Virginia Western is committed to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action and Diversity.
Applicants who have degrees earned from educational institutions located outside of the United States are required to have their transcripts evaluated by a recognized credential evaluation service prior to applying for faculty positions. If the transcripts are in a foreign language, applicants also need to have their transcripts translated prior to applying for job opportunities at Virginia Western. Applicants who have foreign transcripts may submit a copy of their transcript attached to the original transcript evaluation. Applicants are responsible for the costs associated with translation/evaluation services.
Materials submitted via regular e-mail attachment, postal mail, fax, or in-person in lieu of the on-line application will not be considered. All documents must be received by 11:59 pm (EST) on the closing date.
For more specific information regarding the application process at Virginia Western, visit:
Females, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. TTY: “711” or 1-800-828-1120. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), Virginia Western Community College will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
Virginia Western is committed to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action and Diversity.
Additional Information
This is a restricted position funded by a U.S. Department of Education grant. The current grant cycle ends August 31, 2025. The TRIO Program has been in place at Virginia Western for almost 50 years. We must reapply for this grant every five years.
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, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is 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
The VCCS is an EOE and 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
VCCS uses 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.
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