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.

• Master’s Degree in counseling, education, human services, student personnel services or related field from an accredited college/university.
• Experience in TRIO program management implementing Student Support Services, and/or similar programs for first-generation students, low income students, and/or students with disabilities, that promote persistence, academic success, and college completion.
• Proficiency in budget management, including forecasting needs, allocating sufficient funds to budget categories, monitoring expenditures, and preparing detailed program budget reports.
• Significant experience working with economically, culturally, and ethnically diverse populations.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations and requirements for administration of grants and programs.
• Knowledge of assessment methods for establishing and evaluating program objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively use/learn to use various technology applications including word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software.
• Knowledge of disability law and student rights.
• Knowledge of financial aid programs and application procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate student’s academic interests and formulate a plan to assist student in achieving their goals.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate small groups, plan activities, and provide workshops on topics that promote student success.
• Strong interpersonal communication, leadership, and counseling skills.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and keep detailed records.
• Demonstrated ability to provide academic and career advisement to students with physical and learning disabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and resolve conflicts.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, and students.

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/

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.

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.

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.