New Student Advisor

Monday- Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Virginia Western Community 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.

Virginia Western Community College is accepting applications for a New Student Advisor in the college's Advising Center. The position serves as a New Student Advisor in the college's Advising Center. Provides advising services to new and prospective students through individual and group sessions based on the philosophy of progressive (developmental) advising. Knowledge and understanding of specific needs of under-served populations and a commitment to helping these individuals attain educational success are critical responsibilities for this role. Assists potential students from the point of inquiry through successful matriculation for their first semester. Assists with college application processes, college readiness discussions and determinations and program selection aligned with career and transfer goals. Works effectively as a part of the team advising structure of Virginia Western which includes New Student Advisors, Program Advisors, and Faculty Advisors. Maintains positive working relationships with faculty, staff, and administrators at the college in order to respond effectively to student's academic needs. Helps students make connections with resources to support college success.

Excellent interpersonal skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of word processing and microcomputer applications. Ability to effectively utilize PeopleSoft, Navigate and other related student affairs technology platforms. Ability to work well with diverse types of people supporting the strategic goal of encouraging a respectful, nurturing, and caring environment of diversity. Knowledge of barriers to educational success and a desire to help others achieve their goals. Knowledge of available financial aid and scholarship opportunities and the processes to access these resources. Effective problem-solving skills. Ability to perform well with or without supervision. Ability to assess needs and develop goal-oriented action plans. Ability to organize and prioritize work to achieve goals and meet deadlines. Knowledge of the purpose and mission of the community college. Knowledge of the academic advising process. Must be able to work evening and Saturday shifts as needed.

Experience dealing with the public and providing service to a diverse population is required. Experience that exhibits strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks under time pressure. Experience in a helping profession. Experience advising students and teaching and/or conducting workshops is desired. Knowledge of international student status requirements and other matters related to the enrollment process is desirable.

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Selected applicant will be subject to criminal history, driving, and credit background checks. Documents verifying your identity and authorization to work in the United States must be presented upon employment. Only complete, on-line applications will be accepted. Applicants MUST complete all applicable sections of the application in order for online application materials to receive full consideration during the recruitment process. Submission of online application must also include a resume and cover letter. Transcripts and/or an "other" document, such as a letter of reference or additional transcripts, are optional and may be included as part of the online application process. Incomplete on-line applications will not be accepted. Materials submitted via regular e mail attachment, postal mail, fax, or in person in lieu of the online application will not be considered. All documents must be received by 11:59 pm ( EST) on the closing date. This position is being filled competitively. 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

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.

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.