Career Services Specialist

Full Time
Virginia
Posted
Job description
Posting Summary

Working Title
Career Services Specialist

Role Title
Education Support Spec III

Role Code
29144-SW

FLSA
Exempt

Pay Band
04

Position Number
29100140

Agency
Blue Ridge Community College

Division
Blue Ridge Community College (Div)

Work Location
Augusta - 015

Hiring Range
$42,000 - $52,000

Emergency/Essential Personnel
No

EEO Category
B-Professional

Full Time or Part Time
Full 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?
No

Work Schedule
Generally 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday; some flex schedule and/or limited telework may be available. Other hours as required.

Sensitive Position
No

Job Description



Founded in 1967, Blue Ridge Community College has served the residents of the central Shenandoah Valley of Virginia for over 50 years. Its comprehensive program of instruction includes associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates in occupational/technical and college/university transfer programs. The College also provides non-credit workforce training and special interest classes for individuals, business, and industry.

Full-time position serving as a Blue Ridge Community College Career Services Specialist for enrolled and prospective students. Position will relate career information to postsecondary education, training, and employment. The specialist will complete career assessments, develop and implement career exploration opportunities, engage in employer relations, maintain online and on campus job boards, make classroom presentations, and plan and implement large scale career events on campus. Must work effectively with students, faculty, employers, and community members.

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
Candidate must possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated ability to develop positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, business and industry, and the general public. Also, the applicant must have experience working in an advisory or counseling capacity, possess cultural competency, and have the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment. Further, the candidate must show skills in the use of personal computers to input data, produce reports, manage records, track participants, maintain webpages, and provide services via online platforms as needed.

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Education, or a related field; experience in student or career counseling and administrative experience in student information systems such as PeopleSoft; community college systems, work force and career opportunities, and online employment platforms. Familiarity with O*Net and occupational handbook, and experience developing and implementing career exploration activities. Bilingual in English/Spanish and/or Arabic is also preferred.

Operation of a State Vehicle
No

Supervises Employees
No

Required Travel
Occasional

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
CLS_2149P

Recruitment Type
General Public - G

Number of Vacancies
1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date
04/26/2023

Job Close Date
05/14/2023

Open Until Filled
No

Agency Website

Contact Name

Email
nicelyt@brcc.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 Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link:

Additional Information
Full-time, 12-month classified position with full state benefits package. Applications will ONLY be accepted on-line. Resume and cover letter must be attached to the on-line application. More info

Blue Ridge Community College is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, political affiliation or veteran status. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for those seeking reasonable disability accommodations .

Full background check required. Questions, call (540) 453-2371 or (540) 453-2597. (VA Relay, 7-1-1). Closing Date: 05/14/2023.

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, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.



ADA Statement

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.



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.

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