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Virginia Tech is hiring a College Access Coordinator to facilitate educational opportunities and degree completion for low-income students across all majors. The coordinator informs prospective students and families about post-secondary options, advocates for Pell-eligible participants in pre-college programs, assists with smooth transitions from high school to college, and supports program evaluation through data collection.

Highlights

Supports low-income and Pell-eligible students in Virginia Tech's pre-college programs
Informs students and families about post-secondary education opportunities
Assists in high school-to-college transition preparation
Collects data and aids in program evaluation
Requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills
Must manage multiple projects and work collaboratively within teams
Experience working with underrepresented and underserved populations preferred
Associate's degree or equivalent experience required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
Familiarity with college access, student retention strategies, and federal financial aid is beneficial
Position is exempt, 40 hours per week, with limited telecommuting options and some travel, including evenings and weekends

College Access Program Coordinator Full Description

Job Description

This is a SCHEV-position that facilitates educational opportunity, access and degree completion for low-income students in all Virginia Tech majors. The coordinator will inform prospective students and their families about post-secondary education opportunities; advocate for Pell-eligible students participating in the CAC pre-college programs, help prepare students for a smooth high school-to-college transition, and gather data and assist with program evaluation. This position reports to the Associate Vice Provost for College Access. Limited telecommuting and hybrid working arrangements are possible.

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree or other credential related to education, or a combination of education and experience to be successful in the role.
Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work in a team-oriented environment
Ability to work with multiple constituents throughout the state and region
Experience working with underrepresented and underserved students and their families
Travel and the ability to work some evenings and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

Virginia Tech knowledge through education or work experience
Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience with college access, student success and retention strategies
Familiarity with federal financial aid programs
Basic data analysis skills

Overtime Status: Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type: Restricted

Hours per week: 40

Review Date: August 20, 2026

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Lisha Farrier at [email protected] during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Original Job Description

Job Description

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree or other credential related to education, or a combination of education and experience to be successful in the role.
Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work in a team-oriented environment
Ability to work with multiple constituents throughout the state and region
Experience working with underrepresented and underserved students and their families
Travel and the ability to work some evenings and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

Virginia Tech knowledge through education or work experience
Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience with college access, student success and retention strategies
Familiarity with federal financial aid programs
Basic data analysis skills

Overtime Status: Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type: Restricted

Hours per week: 40

Review Date: August 20, 2026

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Lisha Farrier at lfarrier@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

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