Title: Career Coach (Part-Time)
Agency: Blue Ridge Community College
Location: Augusta - 015
FLSA: Nonexempt
Hiring Range: $26.00 - $33.00 per hour
Full Time or Part Time: Part Time
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Job Description:
Nestled in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC) has been equipping students, alumni, and employees with the knowledge and experience to transform themselves, the community, and the world for over 55 years. The College’s comprehensive program of instruction includes associate degrees and certificates in occupational/technical and college/university transfer programs. Non-credit workforce training and special interest classes for individuals, business, and industry are also offered. BRCC is a community dedicated to excellence, ethical behavior, and empowerment and has consistently been recognized by the Chronicle of Higher Education as a Great College to Work For.
BRCC is seeking a part time Career Coach to serve as a Blue Ridge Community College advisor for high school students in general and those enrolled in secondary to postsecondary transitional programs. Position will relate career information on postsecondary education and training, help students develop individualized educational career plans, and provide 2/4-year college transfer information and other career options such as military and other post high school options, including career and technical schools. Must work effectively with high school faculty, counselors, and transitional program coordinators. Will assist students and their parents in preparing financial aid applications and community college admissions materials. Position is located at East Rockingham High School.
BRCC is seeking a part time Career Coach to serve as a Blue Ridge Community College advisor for high school students in general and those enrolled in secondary to postsecondary transitional programs. Position will relate career information on postsecondary education and training, help students develop individualized educational career plans, and provide 2/4-year college transfer information and other career options such as military and other post high school options, including career and technical schools. Must work effectively with high school faculty, counselors, and transitional program coordinators. Will assist students and their parents in preparing financial aid applications and community college admissions materials. Position is located at East Rockingham High School.
This is a part-time wage position, limited to 1500 hours within a 12-month period, with no benefits. There is potential eligibility for educational assistance for BRCC classes and job-related training and/or certifications
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Cultural competency
- Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment
- Demonstrated ability to develop positive working relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, business and industry, the general public and education institutions
- Skilled in use of personal computers to input data, produce reports, manage records, track participants, and provide services via online platforms as needed
- Experience working in an advisory or counseling capacity
- Administrative experience with the financial aid process and student information systems, such as PeopleSoft and EAB Navigate
- Experience planning and delivering large-scale events
- Working knowledge of academic requirements for high school, community colleges, workforce and career opportunities
- Bilingual in English/Spanish and/or Arabic
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
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