Mountain Empire Community College
Career Navigator
🇺🇸 Wise, VA
🕑 Part-Time
💰 $21 per Hour
💻 Academic Advising
🗓️ July 16th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
Mountain Empire Community College is hiring a Career Navigator. The role involves supporting high school students in making informed decisions about their career and educational plans by assisting with academic planning and career pathways, primarily within a grant-funded, part-time position limited to 29 hours per week.
Highlights
- Main responsibilities include connecting high school students with educational and career opportunities and assisting them in academic and career planning.
- Requires proficiency in electronic communication systems, records management, database entry, and retrieval.
- Position is part-time, grant-funded, up to 29 hours per week with hourly pay starting at $21.25; no state benefits included.
- Requires a Bachelor's degree in counseling, human services, social sciences, business, or related field.
- Needs a valid driver's license and the ability to travel throughout the service region including some nights and weekends.
- Experience working with high school-aged students and knowledge of diverse student populations and barriers to educational success are essential.
- Effective oral and written communication and strong motivational skills are necessary.
- Preferred qualifications include experience in academic advising, higher education, master’s degree, VCCS Career Coach Certification, and proficiency with a student information system.
- Local daily travel is required; operation of a state vehicle is part of the position.
- The position reports to Mountain Empire Community College within the Virginia Community College System and supports multiple counties and the City of Norton.
Career Navigator Full Description
Career Navigator
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 Navigator
Role Title | Education Support Spec III
Role Code | 29144-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 04
Position Number | 299W0003
Agency | Mountain Empire Community Coll
Division | Mountain Empire Community Coll (Div)
Work Location | Wise - 195
Hiring Range | $21.25 per 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- | No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | No
Work Schedule | Monday – Friday, up to 29 hours per week during the business hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Some weekend or evening hours may be required during an event.
The Career Navigator is a grant-funded, part-time wage position, working up to 29 hours per week. State benefits are not included with this part-time position.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Mountain Empire Community College is a comprehensive two-year college serving residents of Lee, Scott, Wise, and Dickenson counties, and the City of Norton. MECC is one of twenty-three colleges in the Virginia Community College System and operates under policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Local Advisory Board. The College is financed primarily with state funds, supplemented by contributions from the local jurisdictions.
Mountain Empire Community College participates in the Navigator program, which is an effective strategy to connect high school students with educational and career opportunities. The purpose of the High School-to-Career Navigator Program is to empower high school students to make informed decisions about their career and educational plans and to prepare students for success in post-secondary education and workforce training.
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 | Knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to be successful in the position: Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Thorough understanding of and experience working with high school-aged students. Proven ability to assist students with academic planning and career pathways. A thorough understanding of diversity in student populations, who have experienced race, ethnic, economic, and age challenges, and the ability to connect with, include, and consider all student populations in advising. Social intelligence competency or the ability to work with others in the college toward a shared goal, participating actively, sharing responsibility and rewards, and contributing to the capability of the team, utilizing the strength of an internal network for student success. Knowledge of barriers to educational success and a desire to help others reach their educational goals. Strong motivational skills. Effective oral and written communication skills. Proficiency in using electronic systems for communication, records management, database entry and retrieval, and general organizational functions.
Minimum required qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in counseling, human services, social sciences, business, or applicable field. Valid Driver’s License. Ability to travel throughout the service region, including some nights and weekends. Experience in customer service initiatives or positions and commitment to the delivery of excellent customer service.
Additional Considerations
Experience in academic advising; community college/higher education experience; and master’s degree in a related field. VCCS Career Coach Certification. Experience performing recruiting activities and events at the community college level and assisting with marketing efforts. Demonstrated proficiency with a student information system.
Operation of a State Vehicle | Yes
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | Local, service region travel is required daily.
Role Title | Education Support Spec III
Role Code | 29144-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 04
Position Number | 299W0003
Agency | Mountain Empire Community Coll
Division | Mountain Empire Community Coll (Div)
Work Location | Wise - 195
Hiring Range | $21.25 per 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- | No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | No
Work Schedule | Monday – Friday, up to 29 hours per week during the business hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Some weekend or evening hours may be required during an event.
The Career Navigator is a grant-funded, part-time wage position, working up to 29 hours per week. State benefits are not included with this part-time position.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Mountain Empire Community College is a comprehensive two-year college serving residents of Lee, Scott, Wise, and Dickenson counties, and the City of Norton. MECC is one of twenty-three colleges in the Virginia Community College System and operates under policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Local Advisory Board. The College is financed primarily with state funds, supplemented by contributions from the local jurisdictions.
Mountain Empire Community College participates in the Navigator program, which is an effective strategy to connect high school students with educational and career opportunities. The purpose of the High School-to-Career Navigator Program is to empower high school students to make informed decisions about their career and educational plans and to prepare students for success in post-secondary education and workforce training.
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 | Knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to be successful in the position: Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Thorough understanding of and experience working with high school-aged students. Proven ability to assist students with academic planning and career pathways. A thorough understanding of diversity in student populations, who have experienced race, ethnic, economic, and age challenges, and the ability to connect with, include, and consider all student populations in advising. Social intelligence competency or the ability to work with others in the college toward a shared goal, participating actively, sharing responsibility and rewards, and contributing to the capability of the team, utilizing the strength of an internal network for student success. Knowledge of barriers to educational success and a desire to help others reach their educational goals. Strong motivational skills. Effective oral and written communication skills. Proficiency in using electronic systems for communication, records management, database entry and retrieval, and general organizational functions.
Minimum required qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in counseling, human services, social sciences, business, or applicable field. Valid Driver’s License. Ability to travel throughout the service region, including some nights and weekends. Experience in customer service initiatives or positions and commitment to the delivery of excellent customer service.
Additional Considerations
Experience in academic advising; community college/higher education experience; and master’s degree in a related field. VCCS Career Coach Certification. Experience performing recruiting activities and events at the community college level and assisting with marketing efforts. Demonstrated proficiency with a student information system.
Operation of a State Vehicle | Yes
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | Local, service region travel is required daily.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | WGE_2611P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 07/10/2025
Job Close Date | 07/23/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Agency Website | www.mecc.edu
Contact Name | Cory Darnell
Email | hr@mecc.edu
Phone Number | 276-523-9081
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/86587
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 07/10/2025
Job Close Date | 07/23/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Agency Website | www.mecc.edu
Contact Name | Cory Darnell
Email | hr@mecc.edu
Phone Number | 276-523-9081
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/86587
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
Optional Documents
- Teaching Philosophy
- Writing Sample
- Other Document
- Curriculum Vitae
- Certificate
- Video
- Unofficial Transcript 2
- Unofficial Transcript 3
- PDF Portfolio or Website
- Alternative Hiring Process Letter
- Sample Lesson Plan
- Sample Syllabus
- Statement of Leadership Philosophy
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