Virginia's Community Colleges

Working Title Part-Time Career Advisor (SCPS)

Role Title Counselor II

Role Code 49012-SW

FLSA Nonexempt

Pay Band 04

Position Number 297W0042

Agency Germanna Community College

Division Germanna Community College (Div)

Work Location Stafford - 179

Hiring Range $ 33.15/hr-$40.52/hr; state benefits do not apply

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category B-Professional

Full Time or Part Time Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday:8 am-5:30 pm(varies) (29hr work week)

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

Germanna Community College is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System. The College is a dynamic learning organization that serves as a Germanna regional leader and preferred partner where quality learning experiences enable students to participate effectively in the social, economic, political, intellectual, and cultural life of their communities. Germanna Community College is centrally located in Fredericksburg, VA between Washington D.C. and Richmond and between the Blue Ridge mountains and the Chesapeake Bay. Full of history, the area offers a community rich with diversity, the arts, technology, vineyards, hiking, canoeing/kayaking, and many other activities.

Positions (2) will be located with the Stafford County Public School (SCPS) District.

Germanna is seeking to hire a part-time Career Advisor to assist high school students and their families as they prepare for career training or post-secondary education. The Career Advisor plans and executes outreach and career education activities at a service area High School on behalf of the College. The Career Advisor offers a one-stop service that facilitates a student from application to enrollment in courses at Germanna Community College. This position works closely with departments across the College and organizations within the community.

Reporting to the Lead Career Advisor within the Dual Enrollment & High School Programs team, the Career Advisor identifies and participates in outreach and career planning activities for high school juniors and seniors and their parents/families. The Career Advisor serves as an ambassador for the College and cultivates strong relationships with prospective students, parents/families, high school personnel, and area employers.

The Career Advisor advises and counsels high school students and other student populations, as needed, on post-secondary graduation goals, specifically exploring the benefits of community college enrollment through in person, e-mail, text messages, social media, and other forms of electronic communication, and phone engagement. This position coordinates on-campus tours, enrollment programs, and college and career-oriented activities targeted towards prospective students and their parents/families. The Career Advisor coordinates the ongoing strategic communications to prospective students and maintains a case management system to report outcomes to the Virginia Community College System (VCCS) and the College.

The Career Advisor supports Dual Enrollment and Independent Dual Enrollment students to identify and participate in educational opportunities at Germanna Community College. The Career Advisor assists in prospective student recruitment, enrollment and registration of new and continuing students, and the facilitation of course and program expansion at their respective area high school.

The Career Advisor also assists SCPS Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs and will support the creation and/or expansion of programs and educational opportunities for SCPS students. In partnership with Career & Transfer Services, community organizations, and local employers, the Career Advisor assists students in identifying Work-Based Learning (WBL) opportunities such as paid internships, externships, apprenticeships, and part-time employment while enrolled in high school and/or at Germanna Community College.

The Part-Time Career Advisor will report to a specific service area high school during the School Year. The high school will provide the Career Advisor with an office or workstation space, and access to school internet, data systems, and other technologies to facilitate career advising.

When the high school is closed, the Career Advisor may be required to report to the nearest Germanna Community College campus or site to report to work.

The Career Advisor is typically assigned 1,450 hours per Fiscal Year and their work schedule is determined by their supervisor or designee, and based on the needs of the College.

• This position is located in Virginia. Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance or be willing to relocate to ensure consistent, reliable attendance.

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 in a higher education setting
• Extensive computer experience with familiarity with word processing, spreadsheets, and database software tools
• Extensive customer service experience with an ability to handle stressful situations
• Experience working with high school students
• A valid driver’s license with the ability to travel throughout service area
• Excellent oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to problem solve in a fast-paced environment with a diverse student population
• Knowledge of career assessments and career and educational pathway planning
• Knowledge of K-12 and/or higher education enrollment services, academic advising, career advising, or counseling.
• Ability to understand and interpret college policies and academic placement procedures
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Ability to advise and assist students with career and academic decision making
• Ability to effectively collaborate with school personnel, as well as community representatives and employers
• Ability to maintain accurate and timely record keeping and reporting
• Experience with or willingness to learn artificial intelligence tools.

Additional Considerations

• Experience using Student Information System
• Experience in college admissions, counseling, and academic advising
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees Yes

Required Travel

Travel to SCPS is required

Posting Number WGE_2581P

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies 2

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date 06/12/2025

Job Close Date 06/26/2025

Open Until Filled No

Agency Website www.germanna.edu

Contact Name Catra Godwin

Email cgodwin@germanna.edu

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

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/85970

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