Mountain Gateway Community College
Career Coach
🇺🇸 Alleghany, VA
🕑 Part-Time
💰 $21 - $23 per Hour
💻 Academic Advising
🗓️ August 13th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
Mountain Gateway Community College is hiring a Part-Time Career Coach. The role involves coordinating career assessments, developing individualized career plans for high school students, liaising with guidance counselors, promoting industry certifications, and supporting pathways from high school to postsecondary education.
Highlights
- Serve as primary resource to high school students, guidance counselors, and school staff.
- Coordinate career assessments using Wizard software and support individualized career plan development.
- Assist students with college placement processes and work-based learning integration.
- Promote Career and Technical Education certifications aligned with industry pathways.
- Build and maintain relationships with local business and industry partners.
- Support program promotion via website content and outreach materials.
- Collaborate with Dual Enrollment Coordinator and senior leadership on program management and reporting.
- Support student participation in career fairs, industry conferences, and competitions.
- Requires Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience, career coaching expertise, and strong communication and computer skills.
- Compensation ranges from $21.25 to $23.00 per hour; position requires up to 29 hours per week and some travel within the service area.
Career Coach Full Description
Career Coach
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
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
Working Title | Career Coach
Role Title | Education Support Spec III
Role Code | 29144-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 04
Position Number | 287W0132
Agency | Mountain Gateway Community College
Division | Mountain Gateway Community College (Div)
Work Location | Alleghany - 005
Hiring Range | $21.25 to $23.00 an hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
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 | 8 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday; this position will work at James River High School
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Mountain Gateway Community College (MGCC) is a two-year public institution of higher education and one of 23 community colleges in Virginia. The college is supported by the Commonwealth of Virginia; the counties of Alleghany, Bath, Botetourt (northern portion) and Rockbridge; the cities of Buena Vista, Covington, and Lexington; and the town of Clifton Forge. MGCC provides opportunities for the extension of knowledge, skills and personal enrichment in an environment that maintains high academic standards and respect for each individual. The college strives to keep programs and services financially and geographically accessible for all students. Credit and non-credit courses are offered to meet life-long learning needs. On-site and distance learning options incorporate up-to-date technologies.
MGCC is dedicated to establishing robust career pathways for students transitioning from high school to community college. Our Office of Student Services collaborates with local school districts to develop articulation agreements, identify dual enrollment opportunities, and promote career development initiatives. We are committed to supporting faculty, counselors, and students through outreach, program marketing, student engagement, and industry partnerships.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated, dynamic Part-Time Career Coach to serve as a vital resource for middle majority students within local high schools. The successful candidate will coordinate career assessments, develop personalized career plans, and act as a liaison with guidance counselors and school staff. This role involves integrating work-based learning experiences, promoting industry certifications, and facilitating seamless pathways from high school to postsecondary education.
Key Responsibilities: Serve as a primary resource for high school students, guidance counselors, and staff. Coordinate career assessments using Wizard and support the development of individualized career plans. Assist students with college placement processes and integrating work-based learning experiences. Promote certifications in Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses aligned with industry pathways. Build and maintain relationships with local business and industry partners. Support the promotion and marketing of programs via website content and outreach materials. Collaborate with the Dual Enrollment Coordinator and senior leadership on program management and reporting. Support student involvement in career fairs, industry conferences, and competitions. Maintain confidentiality and ensure data accuracy in all reporting and documentation.
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 | Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience. Experience administering and interpreting career assessments. Knowledge of Career Pathways programs and Dual Enrollment procedures. Familiarity with MGCC programs and transfer options. Proven experience in career coaching, academic, and career advising. Ability to analyze data and generate reports. Strong command of the English language, both oral and written. Excellent computer skills and ability to adapt to new software quickly. Experience working with underserved or underrepresented populations. Exceptional communication, team-building, and confidentiality skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Additional Considerations | Experience conducting workshops or facilitating group sessions. Knowledge of best practices in career development services. Experience working in an educational setting.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | Some travel to other schools in the service area
Role Title | Education Support Spec III
Role Code | 29144-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 04
Position Number | 287W0132
Agency | Mountain Gateway Community College
Division | Mountain Gateway Community College (Div)
Work Location | Alleghany - 005
Hiring Range | $21.25 to $23.00 an hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
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 | 8 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday; this position will work at James River High School
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Mountain Gateway Community College (MGCC) is a two-year public institution of higher education and one of 23 community colleges in Virginia. The college is supported by the Commonwealth of Virginia; the counties of Alleghany, Bath, Botetourt (northern portion) and Rockbridge; the cities of Buena Vista, Covington, and Lexington; and the town of Clifton Forge. MGCC provides opportunities for the extension of knowledge, skills and personal enrichment in an environment that maintains high academic standards and respect for each individual. The college strives to keep programs and services financially and geographically accessible for all students. Credit and non-credit courses are offered to meet life-long learning needs. On-site and distance learning options incorporate up-to-date technologies.
MGCC is dedicated to establishing robust career pathways for students transitioning from high school to community college. Our Office of Student Services collaborates with local school districts to develop articulation agreements, identify dual enrollment opportunities, and promote career development initiatives. We are committed to supporting faculty, counselors, and students through outreach, program marketing, student engagement, and industry partnerships.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated, dynamic Part-Time Career Coach to serve as a vital resource for middle majority students within local high schools. The successful candidate will coordinate career assessments, develop personalized career plans, and act as a liaison with guidance counselors and school staff. This role involves integrating work-based learning experiences, promoting industry certifications, and facilitating seamless pathways from high school to postsecondary education.
Key Responsibilities: Serve as a primary resource for high school students, guidance counselors, and staff. Coordinate career assessments using Wizard and support the development of individualized career plans. Assist students with college placement processes and integrating work-based learning experiences. Promote certifications in Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses aligned with industry pathways. Build and maintain relationships with local business and industry partners. Support the promotion and marketing of programs via website content and outreach materials. Collaborate with the Dual Enrollment Coordinator and senior leadership on program management and reporting. Support student involvement in career fairs, industry conferences, and competitions. Maintain confidentiality and ensure data accuracy in all reporting and documentation.
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 | Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience. Experience administering and interpreting career assessments. Knowledge of Career Pathways programs and Dual Enrollment procedures. Familiarity with MGCC programs and transfer options. Proven experience in career coaching, academic, and career advising. Ability to analyze data and generate reports. Strong command of the English language, both oral and written. Excellent computer skills and ability to adapt to new software quickly. Experience working with underserved or underrepresented populations. Exceptional communication, team-building, and confidentiality skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Additional Considerations | Experience conducting workshops or facilitating group sessions. Knowledge of best practices in career development services. Experience working in an educational setting.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | Some travel to other schools in the service area
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | WGE_2685P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 08/12/2025
Job Close Date | 08/25/2025
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | www.mgcc.edu/jobs
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 | This is a grant-funded, at-will position requiring a total of 1,500 hours. The maximum weekly work schedule is 29 hours.
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/87711
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 08/12/2025
Job Close Date | 08/25/2025
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | www.mgcc.edu/jobs
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 | This is a grant-funded, at-will position requiring a total of 1,500 hours. The maximum weekly work schedule is 29 hours.
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/87711
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Alternative Hiring Process Letter
- (877) 340-5577
- ats@ssc.vccs.edu
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