J Sargeant Reynolds Community College is hiring a Career Coach. The role supports students in the college's ACA program with academic planning, career exploration, and preparation for transferring to four-year institutions, working with students, parents, and faculty at J. R. Tucker High School. The coach also helps general dual enrollment students with admissions, enrollment, and registration.
Highlights
Give ACA students academic planning, career exploration, and transfer preparation, including help moving on to four-year institutions.
Meet monthly from September through April with each student in an assigned grade-level cohort, and record the sessions in the VCCS Case Management System.
Monitor progress, spot barriers early, and refer students to academic and support resources to promote retention and completion.
Support all general dual enrollment students with admissions, enrollment, registration, course selection, and the transition to college.
Act as liaison between Reynolds and J. R. Tucker High School students, parents, faculty, and administrators, and represent the college at high school recruitment events.
Run annual career coaching for each ACA cohort through individual meetings, group sessions, and classroom presentations, and meet at least biweekly with the ACA Director.
Requires a master's degree, or a bachelor's degree with five years of post-baccalaureate experience in a secondary or postsecondary educational setting.
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 | Career Coach Role Title | Education Coordinator I Role Code | 29131-SW FLSA | Nonexempt Pay Band | 05 Position Number | 283W0561 Agency | J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College Division | J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div) Work Location | Henrico - 087 Hiring Range | $30/hour 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 | As determined by the supervisor. Sensitive Position | No Job Description |
Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population. Provide comprehensive support to students in the ACA program, including academic planning, career exploration, transfer assistance, and preparation for transition to four-year institutions. Promote ACA student success, retention, and completion through regular progress monitoring, early identification of barriers, proactive interventions, and referrals to appropriate academic and student support resources. Complete annual career coaching requirements for each ACA cohort, including individual student meetings, group sessions, and classroom presentations. Meet with each student in one designated ACA grade-level cohort monthly from September through April and document interactions in the VCCS Case Management System. Support all general dual enrollment students with admissions, enrollment, registration, course selection, and college transition processes to ensure equitable access to college-level opportunities. Serve as a liaison between Reynolds Community College and J. R. Tucker High School students, parents, faculty, staff, and administrators to strengthen communication and coordinate student support. Represent Reynolds at high school recruitment events, including ACA-specific activities, to promote college programs and dual enrollment opportunities. Assist with ACA activities and field trips, including serving as a chaperone for the summer overnight experience for rising 11th graders, when applicable. Maintain accurate written and digital records of student interactions, academic progress, case management activities, work hours, and enrollment documentation. Meet at least biweekly with the ACA Director to coordinate activities that support student entry into the program, persistence and retention, successful completion, and transition to university programs. Meet at least monthly with the ACA School Counselor to review student enrollment, monitor progress, and coordinate the timely submission of required documentation to Reynolds’ Admissions Office. Coordinate with high school personnel and Reynolds departments to address enrollment barriers, resolve student concerns, and connect students with appropriate academic and college support services. Attend all required meetings and professional development trainings to maintain compliance with college and dual enrollment program requirements.
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 | Working knowledge of academic requirements for high school graduation, community college enrollment, ACA curriculum and local and regional career opportunities is required. The ACA career coach must utilize computer software to maintain records, input data, and produce written reports. Demonstrated ability to provide post-secondary education academic and career information, mentoring, coordinate student activities and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Must produce documentation of activities and possess the ability to develop positive working relationship with students, parents, secondary school faculty, secondary school staff, college faculty, college staff, secondary and post-secondary educational institutions and the general public. Education or training A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university program is required. A Bachelor’s degree with five (5) years of post-baccalaureate experience in a secondary or post-secondary educational setting may be substituted. Experience working with a variety of people in an academic advisory capacity is required. Experience working in both a post-secondary setting and secondary setting is preferred. Experience with the Virginia Education Wizard is preferred. Additional Considerations | Operation of a State Vehicle | No Supervises Employees | Yes Required Travel | As needed between the High School and the college, and for events/training.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | WGE_3536P Recruitment Type | General Public - G Number of Vacancies | 1 Position End Date (if temporary) | Job Open Date | 10/30/2026 Job Close Date | 11/15/2026 Open Until Filled | Yes Agency Website | www.reynolds.edu Contact Name | Email | [email protected] 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/102671
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