AdviseVA Assistant Director

UVA Health•Charlottesville, VA

110d•$60,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AdviseVA (formerly the Virginia College Advising Corps) at the University of Virginia places near-peer pathways advisers at over 70 partner high schools across the Commonwealth. Working alongside the school’s staff and faculty, advisers inform students and their families about various postsecondary opportunities, including higher education, employment, and military enlistment. Advisers support students one-on-one with each step toward their desired path after high school—from exploring careers to assisting with applications. AdviseVA is currently searching for an Assistant Director. AdviseVA considers a variety of perspectives and life experiences to be a key part of our excellence. We seek applicants whose work experience, teaching, research, community involvement, or public service has prepared them to meaningfully contribute and thrive in an environment that values respect and collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirement.
At least five years of experience.
Passion for postsecondary access and the AdviseVA mission
Knowledge and experience working with youth from underserved backgrounds on postsecondary access and attainment topics
Demonstrated ability to manage projects with moving pieces and multiple stakeholders, to meet final project deadlines, and to independently execute with excellence
Outstanding organizational and prioritizing skills; attention to detail; analytical and abstract reasoning skills
Motivation to develop a vision for enhancing the adviser and site experience
Flexibility and adaptability
Mature, proactive, diplomatic problem-solving and collaboration skills
Exceptional communication (written and oral), interpersonal, and presentation skills
Unquestionable personal code of ethics, integrity, and ability to build trust.
Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Three years of experience.

Responsibilities

Supervising and developing a cohort of near-peer pathways advisers.
Fostering and maintaining strong relationships with partner school divisions.
Working with advisers and site partners to set yearly goals, develop specific plans, and ensure student-centered deliverables.
Frequent communication via virtual meetings, site visits, and written electronic formats with advisers and site partners.
Researching and writing grants.
Managing donor and alumni relations.
Coordinating special events.
Supporting organizational strategy to enhance AdviseVA’s mission and engagement efforts.
Establishing and implementing AdviseVA policies.
Developing innovative programs, initiatives, and communication efforts.
Setting direction and priorities for each program year.