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 looking to hire a Talent Search Grant Part-Time Administrative Assistant. This position will support the TRIO Talent Search Project Director with the following main areas of support-office, financial, and participant file management.

The successful candidate for this position will also provide general clerical support and answer inquiries from Talent Search participants and their parents, our service area community, and college staff.

Assist with the project recordkeeping procedures to ensure accurate and efficient systems are in place and being adhered to.

Assist the Project Director in preparing and maintaining official participant files that include eligibility documents, student assessments, and services documents.