Career Coach (Education Support Specialist II)

VIRGINIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM

VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Academic Advice, Career Counseling, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Computer Software, Documentation, Funding, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Secondary School, Software Administration, State Government, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
VA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Career Coach (Education Support Specialist II) Role Title Education Support Spec II Role Code 29143-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 03 Position Number 298W0392 Agency Laurel Ridge Community College Division Laurel Ridge Community College (Div) Work Location Fauquier - 061 Hiring Range The hourly pay rate for this position is $22.50 per hour. 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- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

Monday-Friday day shift hours. Evening hours are based upon student and business needs. This is a part-time position that does not exceed 29 hours per week

Sensitive Position No Job Description

This career coach will serve as the primary advising resource for high school students by guiding Uniform Certificate of General Studies (UCGS) pathways and initiating a Coordinated Care Network that aligns school staff, families, and Laurel Ridge Community College partners. Facilitates dual enrollment processes by coordinating registration, supporting college applications, ensuring completion of required documentation, and communicating consistently with students, families, and staff. Advises students on academic and career planning, including career assessments, postsecondary pathways, workforce entry, and participation in work-based learning experiences. Maintains current knowledge of college programs, completes required training and reporting, and collaborates with school and college personnel to ensure effective dual enrollment implementation.

This position will recruit for both Kettle Run High School and Liberty High School.

WAGE Compensation:

The hourly pay rate for this position is $22.50 per hour. The position is part-time and as such cannot exceed 29 hours per week and is not eligible for health or leave benefits. However, the position may offer educational benefits through our professional development and educational assistance policies.

Click here to learn about Laurel Ridge Community College.

Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email eeo@laurelridge.edu for further information.

Sponsorship of an employee's work authorization takes time and requires an ongoing financial investment. Therefore, Laurel Ridge Community College does not have funding to sponsor potential employees in the US on a work visa. We consistently follow this funding model to ensure our practices are not discriminatory. Exceptions would require approval from the college president.

Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non-merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment. Know your rights!

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 utilizing oral and written communication skills in presentations and reports
  • Computer technology experience- Word, Excel, and other commonly used platforms
  • Proven subject matter knowledge, which may be evidenced by training, experience, and/or credentials.

Additional Considerations

  • Experience administering and interpreting assessments.
  • Experience conducting workshops for small groups.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with computer software, and able to learn new software quickly.
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with others.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Previous secondary school experience, preferably in a high school setting, or related professional experiences

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees No Required Travel

Travel as per any required duties of the position, such as to sites/campuses and any training. Ability to cover assignments throughout the college service region as necessary for the job is required.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number WGE_3183P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 2 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 05/11/2026 Job Close Date 05/25/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website http://www.laurelridge.edu Contact Name Faith Gaile Email fgaile@laurelridge.edu Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants

Candidates interested in being considered for a posted position are required to submit an application to the posted position via the VCCS Career Portal. Upload cover letter (this is optional, but recommended) and resume (this is optional, but recommended) and unofficial transcripts (this is optional for all positions except faculty, clinical instructors and tutors). Reference checks, background screenings, and eVerify are required for all Laurel Ridge positions. Satisfactory reference, background screenings are a condition of employment.

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 (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

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/96010

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  • Other Document
  • Alternative Hiring Process Letter

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