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Posting Summary

Working Title

Community College Counselor

Role Title

Community College Counselor

Role Code

89044-SW

FLSA

Nonexempt

Pay Band

Position Number

292W0131

Agency

Central Virginia Community College

Division

Central Virginia Community College (Div)

Work Location

Bedford (City) - 515

Hiring Range

Starting pay based on knowledge and experience.

Emergency/Essential Personnel

EEO Category

E-Paraprofessional

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

Approximately 20 hours per week

Sensitive Position

Job Description

Central Virginia Community College is located in Lynchburg, Virginia, in view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. CVCC is a comprehensive two-year institution of higher education with an enrollment of approximately 5,000 students in occupational/technical programs and university-parallel/college transfer programs.

The Community College Counselor at the Bedford Center plays a pivotal role in supporting the academic success and personal development of students, with a particular focus on those enrolled in dual enrollment programs. This position involves close collaboration with faculty, staff, high school counselors, career coaches, and the college’s dual enrollment coordinator to provide comprehensive support services. The counselor is instrumental in facilitating student orientations, delivering the Student Success course, and assisting with recruitment and retention initiatives.

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

Ability to conduct sessions in person and virtually.

Capable of occasional travel to partner high schools or community events.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and educational platforms such as Navigate and Canvas.

Familiarity with virtual communication tools (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams).
Coursework in Counseling, Education, Psychology, or a related field.

Additional Considerations

Master’s degree
Familiarity with dual enrollment programs and community college environments

Operation of a State Vehicle

Supervises Employees

Yes

Required Travel

Occasional travel to partner high schools or community events.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

WGE_2522P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

05/08/2025

Job Close Date

05/23/2025

Open Until Filled

Agency Website

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Contact Name

Email

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:

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.