Virginia's Community College System
Coordinator of Continuing Student Advising (00131)
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Hybrid - Chesterfield, VA
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Full-Time
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$65K - $70K
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Academic Advising
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June 3rd, 2026
Canvas
Edtech.com's Summary
Brightpoint Community College is hiring a Coordinator of Continuing Student Advising. This role manages professional and transfer advisors, oversees the Great Expectations Program supporting students from the Virginia Foster Care System, and collaborates with partners to eliminate student barriers while providing personalized advising across multiple campuses.
Highlights
- Manage professional and transfer advising teams as part of the Help Hub.
- Oversee the Great Expectations Program to support academic, financial, and personal needs of foster care-affiliated students.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners for advising and transfer processes.
- Provide advising support at both Chester and Midlothian campuses, including potential evening and weekend shifts.
- Required software knowledge includes PeopleSoft, EAB Navigate, Canvas, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite.
- Flexible schedule required, with telework options available depending on departmental needs.
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in student affairs, higher education, counseling, or related field preferred.
- Prior college or university experience is preferred.
- Compensation range: $65,000 - $70,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Must pass a criminal background check and maintain confidentiality working with sensitive information.
Coordinator of Continuing Student Advising (00131) Full Description
Coordinator of Continuing Student Advising (00131)
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
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title | Coordinator of Continuing Student Advising (00131)
Role Title | Education Support Spec III
Role Code | 29144-SW
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 04
Position Number | 29000131
Agency | Brightpoint Community College
Division | Brightpoint Community College (Div)
Work Location | Chesterfield - 041
Hiring Range | $65,000 - $70,000 (Commensurate with experience and qualifications)
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | 2-Professionals
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- | Yes
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | No
Work Schedule | Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm; as needed
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is one of the largest of Virginia’s 23 community colleges. The college is located within the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. It serves students and the community at its two campuses, in Chester and Midlothian; online; and in locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community College’s mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality. It envisions a success story for every student.
Brightpoint offers a robust benefits package, including: State of Virginia employee benefits Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) Virginia Retirement System (VRS) participation Generous annual leave and paid holidays Remote work flexibility, depending on role and departmental needs Professional development opportunities Continuous learning programs Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs
Brightpoint Community College invites applications from highly motivated individuals to apply for the Coordinator of Continuing Student Advising position. As part of the Help Hub team, the Coordinator and staff collaborate with others to assist students across various needs, ensuring holistic and personalized advising support throughout their educational journey. The Coordinator is responsible for the overall management of professional and transfer advisors. Additionally, the Coordinator oversees the Great Expectations Program team, providing academic, financial, and personal support to students affiliated with the Virginia Foster Care System. This position supports students at both campuses and may need to work evening or weekend shifts as needed.
The Coordinator works closely with internal and external partners for advising and transfer purposes as well as management of student barriers.
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 | Proficiency in the use of PeopleSoft, EAB Navigate, Canvas, Microsoft Office, Google suite preferred. Must possess the ability to provide service to a diverse population of customers. Must possess ability to maintain confidentiality while working with highly sensitive information. Successful completion and passing of a criminal background check will be required. Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings, occasional weekends and teleworking if required.
Additional Considerations | Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Master’s Degree in student affairs in higher education, higher education, counseling or related field.
Prior experience at a college or university.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | Yes
Required Travel | As required
Role Title | Education Support Spec III
Role Code | 29144-SW
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 04
Position Number | 29000131
Agency | Brightpoint Community College
Division | Brightpoint Community College (Div)
Work Location | Chesterfield - 041
Hiring Range | $65,000 - $70,000 (Commensurate with experience and qualifications)
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | 2-Professionals
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- | Yes
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | No
Work Schedule | Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm; as needed
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is one of the largest of Virginia’s 23 community colleges. The college is located within the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. It serves students and the community at its two campuses, in Chester and Midlothian; online; and in locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community College’s mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality. It envisions a success story for every student.
Brightpoint offers a robust benefits package, including: State of Virginia employee benefits Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) Virginia Retirement System (VRS) participation Generous annual leave and paid holidays Remote work flexibility, depending on role and departmental needs Professional development opportunities Continuous learning programs Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs
Brightpoint Community College invites applications from highly motivated individuals to apply for the Coordinator of Continuing Student Advising position. As part of the Help Hub team, the Coordinator and staff collaborate with others to assist students across various needs, ensuring holistic and personalized advising support throughout their educational journey. The Coordinator is responsible for the overall management of professional and transfer advisors. Additionally, the Coordinator oversees the Great Expectations Program team, providing academic, financial, and personal support to students affiliated with the Virginia Foster Care System. This position supports students at both campuses and may need to work evening or weekend shifts as needed.
The Coordinator works closely with internal and external partners for advising and transfer purposes as well as management of student barriers.
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 | Proficiency in the use of PeopleSoft, EAB Navigate, Canvas, Microsoft Office, Google suite preferred. Must possess the ability to provide service to a diverse population of customers. Must possess ability to maintain confidentiality while working with highly sensitive information. Successful completion and passing of a criminal background check will be required. Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings, occasional weekends and teleworking if required.
Additional Considerations | Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Master’s Degree in student affairs in higher education, higher education, counseling or related field.
Prior experience at a college or university.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | Yes
Required Travel | As required
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | CLS_4489P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 06/02/2026
Job Close Date | 06/16/2026
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | https://www.brightpoint.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/96646
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 06/02/2026
Job Close Date | 06/16/2026
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | https://www.brightpoint.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/96646
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you available and able work a flexible schedule supporting students at both campuses, including some evenings, occasional weekends and teleworking if required?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Alternative Hiring Process Letter
- (877) 340-5577
- ats@ssc.vccs.edu
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