Central Virginia Community College is hiring an Amherst High School Career Coach, a part-time role assigned exclusively to Amherst County Public Schools. The coach helps high school students explore career pathways, post-secondary options, and the transition to college, workforce training, or dual enrollment. The role works with students individually and in small groups and serves as CVCC's point of contact for students heading to the college.
Highlights
Provide one-on-one and small-group career and college advising to high school students.
Help students identify career interests, pathways, and post-secondary options using tools such as O*NET and EMSI Career Coach.
Support completion of college applications, FAFSA forms, resumes, and dual enrollment paperwork, including Early College and CTE.
Present career and college readiness information in classrooms and at school events.
Advise students on CVCC programs, workforce credentials, and career-aligned pathways, and help with admissions and financial aid steps.
Organize college visits, career events, and workshops, and collaborate with counselors, teachers, parents, and CVCC staff.
Part-time schedule of 24 to 29 hours per week during the school year with school-based hours between 8:00 AM and 2:30 PM.
Some evening and weekend hours, including CVCC open houses and new student orientations.
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
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title | Amherst High School Career Coach Role Title | Education Support Spec III Role Code | 29144-SW FLSA | Nonexempt Pay Band | Position Number | 292R0065 Agency | Central Virginia Community College Division | Central Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location | Amherst - 009 Hiring Range | $27 to $35 Emergency/Essential Personnel | No EEO Category | N-No EEO-4 Reporting 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 | During the School Year:· 24–29 hours per week· Assigned exclusively to Amherst County Public Schools· Minimum of 5 hours per day, up to 4 days per week· All school-based hours occur between 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM· Some evening and weekend hours are required
During the Summer:· 20–29 hours per week· A portion of hours may be completed on the CVCC campus
Required Events (School Year & Summer):· Attendance at CVCC Open Houses and New Student Orientations, typically held during evenings
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Central Virginia Community College (CVCC) invites applications for a part-time Career Coach position serving Amherst County Public Schools. This position is assigned exclusively to Amherst and supports high school students in exploring career pathways, post-secondary options, and successful transitions to college, workforce training, or dual enrollment programs.
The Career Coach works with students individually and in small groups to explore career interests, identify educational and workforce pathways, and complete key college and career readiness steps. Using tools such as O*NET and EMSI Career Coach, the Career Coach assists students with college applications, FAFSA completion, résumé development, dual enrollment processes, and other career planning activities. The Coach also provides career-related classroom presentations and supports schoolwide college and career readiness initiatives.For students transitioning to Central Virginia Community College, the Career Coach serves as a CVCC point of contact, assisting with admissions and financial aid steps and advising students on appropriate academic programs and career pathways.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:· Provide one-on-one and small-group career and college advising to high school students· Assist students in identifying career interests, career pathways, and post-secondary options· Support completion of college applications, FAFSA forms, résumés, and related documentation· Provide guidance and assistance with dual enrollment processes, including Early College and CTE paperwork· Present career and college readiness information in classrooms and at school events · Serve as a CVCC liaison for Amherst students pursuing college coursework or credentialed pathways· Advise students on college programs, workforce credentials, and career-aligned pathways· Organize and assist with college visits, career events, workshops, and related activities· Collaborate with school counselors, administrators, teachers, parents, and CVCC staff· Represent Central Virginia Community College at school-related functions and community events
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 | · Excellent interpersonal, communication, time management, and organizational skills· Ability to use technology to support advising and career coaching efforts· Ability to work effectively with high school students, parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators· Willingness to work some evenings and weekends as required· Successful completion of a criminal background check is required Additional Considerations | · Knowledge of career coaching, college admissions, financial aid, and dual enrollment best practices· Experience with secondary school counseling, career planning, workforce development, or higher education advising/recruiting· Familiarity with dual enrollment, Early College structures, and CTE programming· Experience with basic database management or student information systems Operation of a State Vehicle | No Supervises Employees | No Required Travel | Minimal
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | WGE_3518P Recruitment Type | General Public - G Number of Vacancies | 1 Position End Date (if temporary) | Job Open Date | 10/16/2026 Job Close Date | 10/30/2026 Open Until Filled | Agency Website | https://centralvirginia.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 | 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/102258
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