Career Services Coordinator

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Career Services Coordinator Role Title Education Support Spec III Role Code 29144-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band 04 Position Number 294R0005 Agency Southwest Virginia Community College Division Southwest Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Tazewell

• 185 Hiring Range $42,905 to $50,000 annually 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

M-F, 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Some evening and weekends may be required.

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC offers associate's degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. SWCC also has associate degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.

This position will oversee Southwest Virginia Community College's career services program, including the expansion of the program to better serve both current and potential students.

This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of all career services, including the supervision of any assigned staff. The Coordinator manages the college-wide web-based job posting system, plans and coordinates career fairs and other career services focused events. The Coordinator assists students with using Career Center resources and materials in their career/aptitude exploration and decision making. The Coordinator also works with the Dean of Workforce and Continuing Education to improve and enhance the College's career services programs, including assisting with securing funding through partnerships, grants, etc. to support such improvements as well as provide outreach and develop partnerships with community businesses to promote students and programs. This position is also responsible for establishing and growing an internship program for internal and external audiences under the career services umbrella and evaluating the feasibility of a college apprenticeship program. The position will work closely with all student coaches.

This position requires a 12-month probationary period for both new hires and transfers.

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

• Ability to make front-line and important decisions is needed, in a multitasking and fast-paced atmosphere.

• Must be able to successfully complete projects in a timely manner.

• Effective oral and written communication with a wide variety of end users with varying competencies and needs,especially with students, college leadership, partners, and the private sector.

• Ability to operate computer equipment, understands and applies written and oral directions, technical manualsand procedural guides.

• Provides assistance and guidance for employees in all matters related to workforce and career servicesprograms.

• Provides presentations for both the private sector (companies) and end users of the College's workforce,continuing education, and career services.

• Demonstrates the ability to plan and organize multiple projects simultaneously and work both independently andwith teams/groups, maintain effective working relationships with a diverse population.

• Ability to effectively supervise employees who serve under the position, and coordinate and assist other teammembers who work under the Dean of Workforce and Continuing Education.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Outlook, & Publisher).

• Public speaking and presentation design/implementation is required.

• Proven ability to work effectively independently in various scenarios, with deadlines is required.

Additional Considerations

• Understanding of workforce, continuing education, and career services is desired.

• Experience with local and regional workforce initiatives and partnerships.

• Project, office, and team management skills.

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees Yes Required Travel

Some travel is required.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number CLS_3080P Recruitment Type General Public

• G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 06/10/2024 Job Close Date 06/23/2024 Open Until Filled No Agency Website www.sw.edu Contact Name Human Resources Email human.resources@sw.edu Phone Number 2769647339 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

To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application. Please visit www.jobs.vccs.edu to apply.

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, 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.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/74281

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Other Document

• Certificate

• Unofficial Transcript 2

• Unofficial Transcript 3

• AHP Letter

• License