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SalaryPosting Summary
Working Title
Career Coach
Role Title
Education Support Spec III
Role Code
29144-FP
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
04
Position Number
28000659
Agency
Northern VA Community College
Division
NV280-VP Workforce Development
Work Location
Prince William - 153
Hiring Range
$65,000 - $75,000
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-
Yes
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Regular work hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with approximately one evening per week and occasional weekend hours.
Ability to occasionally travel to off-campus work sites such as other campuses, college sites, local universities, or employee sites.
Eligible for one day telework following probationary period completion and approval of supervisor.
Ability to occasionally travel to off-campus work sites such as other campuses, college sites, local universities, or employee sites.
Eligible for one day telework following probationary period completion and approval of supervisor.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
General Description:
The Career Coach will provide Career Coaching to NOVA students, including credit and continuing education students. The Career Coach will work with the career team to identify and utilize career assessments and other resources to assist students with career decision-making and preparation for employment. The Career Coach will also provides programming for faculty, staff, and students about careers.
Duties and Tasks:
The Career Coach will provide Career Coaching to NOVA students, including credit and continuing education students. The Career Coach will work with the career team to identify and utilize career assessments and other resources to assist students with career decision-making and preparation for employment. The Career Coach will also provides programming for faculty, staff, and students about careers.
Duties and Tasks:
- Work with College faculty and staff in support of career development outcomes as related to select academic pathways at NOVA.
- Engage in direct interactions and relationship building for career related coaching and advising in support of students.
- Keep accurate, up to date notes within Navigate to ensure continuity of care.
- Support the design and facilitation of workshops for faculty members, staff, students, and prospective students on a variety of career and employment topics, including personal interest and career exploration, resume workshops, interview preparation, and assist with recruiting events for NOVA students.
- Support the career planning and development team with the development and maintenance of the division’s website and resources.
- Work with internal and external stakeholders, including faculty, staff, and businesses to update and share career information and opportunities related to assigned disciplines.
- Participate in College task forces, pathway councils, leadership committees, and working groups.
- Participates in regular professional development as required and/or relevant to the assigned work.
Special Assignment:
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.
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
KSAs:
- Knowledge of coaching theory including career development and job search strategies.
- Ability to discern appropriate instances of confidentiality and effectively communicate this with students.
- Ability to promote inclusive coaching sessions and a campus climate respectful of diversity and multiculturalism.
- Ability to utilize interpersonal and problem-solving skills to collaborate and negotiate with students, faculty, staff, parents, members of the community and college representatives.
- Ability to work with College faculty and staff in support of career development outcomes as related to select academic pathways at NOVA.
- Knowledge of relevant federal, state, VCCS, and college policies and regulations including the Family Education Rights Privacy Act (FERPA), Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Title IX, and VAWA/SaVE, and Clery legislation.
- Ability to understand, disseminate, interpret, and communicate college policies and regulations using approved and accepted processes and practices.
- Demonstrate outstanding oral and written communication skills, including the development of letters, emails, and workshop materials, and the ability to present to and instruct large and small audiences.
- Ability to design, implement, and evaluate programs including career workshops and events.
- Ability to provide general academic advising as part of department on-demand services during peak times.
- Ability to conduct responsibilities while demonstrating excellent customer service skills.
- Knowledge of, and skill in, computer usage including Microsoft Office, e-mail, student information systems, such as Simplicity and CANVAS, ticket tracking software, Microsoft Suite Reader, social media, and use of the Internet to complete research.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a timely manner in a fast-paced environment.
Required Qualifications:
- Experience providing Career Coaching and/or counseling to college students or prospective college students.
- Teaching or workshop facilitation experience.
- Experience with event planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Experience in developing career programming opportunities and resources .
Additional Considerations
Additional Considerations:
- Bilingual with proficiency in a foreign language frequently spoken in Northern Virginia.
- Experience utilizing Navigate and PeopleSoft or other student information systems.
- Experience in using and analyzing data to evaluate and improve programs.
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Occasional travel maybe required between campuses and off-site to employer and/or community based events.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
CLS_2899P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
03/20/2024
Job Close Date
04/10/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
www.nvcc.edu
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: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.
At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit our website.
NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.
We strive to ensure our employees have the tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu.
The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.
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.
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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