PT Ag Tech Program Assistant

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title PT Ag Tech Program Assistant Role Title Admin and Office Spec III Role Code 19013-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 03 Position Number 286W0649 Agency Virginia Western Community College Division Virginia Western Community College (Div) Work Location Roanoke (City) - 770 Hiring Range Minimum $30.00, pay commensurate based on qualifications and the funding of the grant Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category N-No EEO-4 Reporting Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

Hours will vary per workweek based on workload demands. Average hours are anticipated to be approximately 15 hours per week and will not exceed 29 hours in a workweek or 58 hours in a bi-weekly pay period.

The work hours will fall within normal business hours which are Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM. Selected candidate will work closely with immediate supervisor to determine weekly schedule.

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Virginia Western 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.

The Ag Tech Program Assistant performs outreach and administrative responsibilities to support the goals and objectives of a three-year National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education (NSF ATE) grant entitled: Cross-Pollination Skillsets:

Growing Mechatronics and Agricultural Collaborations for Producing Skilled Agricultural Technicians. The grant project objective is to build a new pipeline of technicians skilled in both agriculture and mechatronics fundamentals. As part of this initiative, Virginia Western will be developing and offering a new Agriculture Technology (Ag-Tech) Career Studies Certificate.

The major responsibilities of this position include: communication and coordination with the Business and Industry Leadership Team (BILT), planning and execution of recruiting events, field trips and speaker series, recording and reporting metrics of recruiting events, and tracking student research experiences. The individual in this role will also work with the VWCC Community College Access Program (CCAP) advising team and the Enrollment Center to ensure high-school graduates are aware of the opportunities in Ag-Tech at VWCC.

Plans and coordinates outreach activities at middle and high schools in the college's service area. Supports recruitment efforts for the Ag-Tech program.

This is a restricted, part-time wage position contingent upon the conditions of the National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education (NSF ATE) grant entitled: Cross-Pollination Skillsets:

Growing Mechatronics and Agricultural Collaborations for Producing Skilled Agricultural Technicians. Funding for this position has been secured from June 1, 2024 to May 31, 2027.

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 using computers and software applications for record-keeping, communication, and tracking purposes (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite). Experience performing basic clerical duties (e.g., filing, record keeping, preparing requisitions, etc.) in a fast-paced work environment.

Experience providing customer service to diverse customers. Experience planning, organizing, and scheduling events and meetings. Ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment, with various departments on campus and with industry partners. Ability to coordinate meetings with industry partners at least semi-annually. Ability to work effectively in a diverse community and meet the needs of diverse student populations, faculty and other internal and external customers served.

Strong communication, documentation, organizational, scheduling, and record-keeping skills.

Ability to plan and schedule events and meetings. Exceptional and professional customer services skills, working with external and/or internal customers.

Ability to provide helpful, courteous, accessible, responsive, and knowledgeable service. Ability to coordinate outreach activities, speakers, high school tours, and high school outreach activities. Ability to track and document data such as participation numbers.

Additional Considerations

Knowledge of Commonwealth of Virginia purchasing requirements and procedures. Knowledge of basic principles of Agriculture to relay project objectives and impact to local stakeholders including industry leaders and local educational institutions.

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

No

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number WGE_2022P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 06/21/2024 Job Close Date 07/05/2024 Open Until Filled Agency Website www.virginiawestern.edu Contact Name Email Phone Number 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, 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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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Other Document

• AHP Letter