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Central Virginia Community College

Coordinator of Work-Based Learning

🇺🇸 Lynchburg, VA 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $72K - $83K 💻 Other 🗓️ January 15th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Central Virginia Community College is hiring a Coordinator of Work-Based Learning. This role develops and manages work-based learning programs such as internships and apprenticeships, builds partnerships with local employers and community organizations, and supports students, faculty, and employers to ensure successful experiential learning experiences.

Highlights
  • Develop, coordinate, and implement work-based learning programs including internships, apprenticeships, and cooperative education.
  • Establish and maintain partnerships with local employers and community organizations to secure student opportunities.
  • Provide guidance and support to students in finding and securing work-based learning positions.
  • Collaborate with faculty to integrate work-based learning into academic curricula.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant federal, state, and institutional policies and handle reporting.
  • Evaluate program effectiveness through feedback from students, faculty, and employers.
  • Develop marketing materials and strategies to promote work-based learning programs.
  • Assist with student career readiness including resume help, interview preparation, and job placement.
  • Required skills include proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, career services management systems, and social media platforms.
  • Qualifications include experience in career services, workforce development, or related fields, strong communication and relationship-building skills, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
  • Master’s degree in education, business, human resources, or related field preferred; experience in community colleges and knowledge of local labor market trends is advantageous.
  • Compensation ranges from $72,000 to $83,000 annually.
  • Typical work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, with some variation during peak enrollment periods.

Coordinator of Work-Based Learning Full Description

Coordinator of Work-Based Learning
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 Work-Based Learning
Role Title  | Education Coordinator I
Role Code  | 29131-SW
FLSA  | Exempt
Pay Band  | 05
Position Number  | 29200089
Agency  | Central Virginia Community College
Division  | Central Virginia Community College (Div)
Work Location  | Lynchburg - 680
Hiring Range  | $72.000 - $83,000 annually
Emergency/Essential Personnel  | No
EEO Category  | B-Professional
Full Time or Part Time  | Full 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  | Typical Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm workweek, schedule may vary during peak enrollment periods.
Sensitive Position  | No

Job Description 
Central Virginia Community College is located in Lynchburg, Virginia, in view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. CVCC is a comprehensive two-year institution of higher education with an enrollment of approximately 5,000 students in occupational/technical programs and university-parallel/college transfer programs.

The Coordinator of Work-Based Learning (WBL) is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing work-based learning opportunities for students at Central Virginia Community College (CVCC). This role involves building relationships with local businesses, community partners, and employers to create internship, apprenticeship, and other experiential learning opportunities. The Coordinator of Work-Based Learning will also provide guidance to students, faculty, and employers to ensure a successful and mutually beneficial work-based learning experience.

Responsibilities:
Program Development: Develop, coordinate, and implement work-based learning programs, including internships, apprenticeships, cooperative education, and other experiential learning opportunities.Partnership Management: Establish and maintain partnerships with local employers, businesses, and community organizations to secure work-based learning opportunities for students.Student Support: Assist students in identifying, applying for, and securing work-based learning positions.

Employer Engagement: Conduct outreach and maintain relationships with employers to promote the benefits of hiring CVCC students for work-based learning opportunities.Faculty Collaboration: Work closely with program heads, coordinators and faculty to integrate work-based learning components into curricula and ensure alignment with academic goals.Compliance and Reporting: Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and institutional policies related to work-based learning programs. Collect data and prepare reports on program outcomes, student participation, and employer feedback.Program Evaluation: Develop and implement methods to evaluate the effectiveness of work-based learning programs, including collecting feedback from students, faculty, and employers, and making recommendations for improvement.·Marketing and Promotion: Develop marketing materials and strategies to promote work-based learning programs to students, faculty, and external partners.Administrative Tasks: Maintain records, manage program budgets, and perform other administrative tasks as required to support the work-based learning program.Student Career Readiness: Work with Career Services to provide coaching, resume assistance, interview preparation, and career guidance to ensure student success Organize workshops, training sessions, and informational meetings for students, faculty, and employers on best practices in work-based learning.Job Placement: Identify job opportunities and connect students with employers to attain employmentCorporate Training: Promote customized and corporate training to employers and connect them with the Workforce Training Coordinator

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  | Experience in career services, workforce development, human resources, or a related field.Strong understanding of work-based learning programs, experiential education, and career development strategies.Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with employers, community partners, and stakeholders.Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities.Experience working with diverse student populations and a commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, career services management systems, and social media platforms.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Additional Considerations  | Master’s degree in education, business, human resources or a related field.Experience in a community college or higher education setting.Familiarity with local labor market trends and workforce needs in Central Virginia.Experience with marketing and event coordination.Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to internships, apprenticeships, and work-based learning programs.
Operation of a State Vehicle  | No
Supervises Employees  | No
Required Travel  | Minimal travel is required.
 Posting Detail Information 
Posting Number  | CLS_4243P
Recruitment Type  | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies  | 1
Position End Date (if temporary)  |
Job Open Date  | 01/13/2026
Job Close Date  | 01/30/2026
Open Until Filled  |
Agency Website  | Click Here for Agency Website
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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/92351
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
  1. Unofficial Transcripts
  2. Other Document
  3. Alternative Hiring Process Letter