Part-Time High School Career and College Navigator

Virginia Community College System - Washington, VA

Part-time - Entry Level

Washington, VA

Educational Services

About the position

Virginia Highlands Community College (VHCC) is located in historic Abingdon, VA and proudly serves the residents of Washington County, western Smyth County, and the city of Bristol, VA. The College offers comprehensive instruction to more than 3,000 students annually, awarding associate degrees, certificates, career studies certificates, and workforce credentials. VHCC also offers a wealth of dual enrollment opportunities for regional high school students. As part of that initiative, the College seeks applicants for a part-time VHCC Navigator position to advise, recruit, and guide high school students towards positive career and educational goals. This is not a remote position; it is a part-time role with restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Work directly on site at an area high school to assist students with post-secondary academic/career planning at VHCC.
• Provide direct support for VHCC dual enrollment programming at the high school.
• Assist VHCC dual enrollment students with using MyVHCC, including email, SIS, Navigate, and Canvas.
• Utilize EAB Navigate to record notes on support/advising activities.
• Work with the VHCC Recruiter and the VHCC Dual Enrollment Coordinator to plan and lead recruitment events at the assigned high school.
• Partner with VHCC staff to schedule and lead VHCC campus tours.
• Guide prospective students through the VHCC admissions process, connecting them with admission and financial aid staff as needed.

Requirements

• Associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability and willingness to travel to area high schools and to the VHCC campus.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to connect, engage, and maintain effective relationships with students and staff.
• Ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and utilize computer systems vital to the role, including the use of Salesforce, Navigate, and SIS (training will be provided).
• Demonstrated understanding of and belief in the mission of Virginia Highlands Community College.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with high school students.
• Experience in a community college setting.

Benefits

• $26.14 per hour pay rate.
• Flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends.