Brightpoint Community College
Director of Advising and Onboarding (00227)
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Hybrid - Chesterfield, VA
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Full-Time
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$85K - $90K
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Academic Advising
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June 3rd, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
Brightpoint Community College is hiring a Director of Advising and Onboarding. This role provides strategic leadership for academic advising, retention, and transfer pathways, fostering student learning and development while designing programs to support students from onboarding through graduation. The Director collaborates across departments and external partners to remove obstacles and ensure students receive necessary institutional and community resources.
Highlights
- Lead academic advising, retention, and transfer pathway initiatives within the Student Success team.
- Design programs empowering students to explore goals, build skills, and achieve educational mastery.
- Provide strategic leadership to clarify academic pathways and eliminate systemic barriers to student success.
- Build strong partnerships across campus and with external agencies to ensure seamless student onboarding.
- Requirements include comprehensive knowledge of student development theory, advising practices, retention strategies, and transfer pathways.
- Skills needed in strategic leadership, program development, data-driven decision-making, and collaborative work.
- Must successfully complete a criminal background check.
- Educational qualifications: Bachelor's degree required; Master’s in student affairs, higher education, counseling, or related field preferred.
- Extensive leadership experience in community college Student Affairs and policy development is preferred.
- Salary range: $85,000 - $90,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications; full-time position with telework options.
Director of Advising and Onboarding (00227) Full Description
Director of Advising and Onboarding (00227)
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 Summary
Working Title | Director of Advising and Onboarding (00227)
Role Title | Education Support Spec III
Role Code | 29144-SW
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 04
Position Number | 29000227
Agency | Brightpoint Community College
Division | Brightpoint Community College (Div)
Work Location | Chesterfield - 041
Hiring Range | $85,000 - $90,000 (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 internal applications for the Director of Advising and Onboarding position. As a key leader within the Student Success team, this role provides strategic vision and leadership for academic advising, retention, and transfer pathways.
Student Learning and DevelopmentWorking in collaboration with institutional partners, the Director will foster a culture of student learning and development and work to streamline the path from onboarding to graduation. The incumbent will design programs and services that empower new, current, and prospective students to: Explore & Define: Actively investigate educational and career goals that align with their personal values and aspirations. Build Capacity: Develop the critical thinking skills, academic perspectives, and self-advocacy needed to navigate higher education successfully. Achieve Mastery: Progress toward the meaningful attainment of degrees and certificates through a clear understanding of their own educational journey.
Strategic Leadership & CollaborationThe Director will bridge the gap between academic intent and student outcomes by clarifying pathways and proactively removing systemic obstacles to success. As a collaborative leader, the incumbent will build strong partnerships across college departments and external entities to ensure a seamless, educational onboarding environment. By connecting learners with vital institutional, local, state, and federal resources, the Director ensures every student has the structural support and social capital needed to thrive.
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 | Comprehensive knowledge of student development theory, academic advising practices, onboarding, retention strategies, and transfer pathways within a higher education environment. Demonstrated skill in strategic leadership, program development, data-informed decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration. Ability to design and implement integrated advising and onboarding initiatives, remove systemic barriers to student success, foster a student-centered culture, and achieve measurable outcomes in student retention, completion, and academic success.
Successful completion and passing of a criminal background check will be required.
Additional Considerations | Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Master’s Degree in student affairs, higher education, counseling, or related field. Extensive community college Student Affairs leadership experience. Experience in policy development.
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 | 29000227
Agency | Brightpoint Community College
Division | Brightpoint Community College (Div)
Work Location | Chesterfield - 041
Hiring Range | $85,000 - $90,000 (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 internal applications for the Director of Advising and Onboarding position. As a key leader within the Student Success team, this role provides strategic vision and leadership for academic advising, retention, and transfer pathways.
Student Learning and DevelopmentWorking in collaboration with institutional partners, the Director will foster a culture of student learning and development and work to streamline the path from onboarding to graduation. The incumbent will design programs and services that empower new, current, and prospective students to: Explore & Define: Actively investigate educational and career goals that align with their personal values and aspirations. Build Capacity: Develop the critical thinking skills, academic perspectives, and self-advocacy needed to navigate higher education successfully. Achieve Mastery: Progress toward the meaningful attainment of degrees and certificates through a clear understanding of their own educational journey.
Strategic Leadership & CollaborationThe Director will bridge the gap between academic intent and student outcomes by clarifying pathways and proactively removing systemic obstacles to success. As a collaborative leader, the incumbent will build strong partnerships across college departments and external entities to ensure a seamless, educational onboarding environment. By connecting learners with vital institutional, local, state, and federal resources, the Director ensures every student has the structural support and social capital needed to thrive.
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 | Comprehensive knowledge of student development theory, academic advising practices, onboarding, retention strategies, and transfer pathways within a higher education environment. Demonstrated skill in strategic leadership, program development, data-informed decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration. Ability to design and implement integrated advising and onboarding initiatives, remove systemic barriers to student success, foster a student-centered culture, and achieve measurable outcomes in student retention, completion, and academic success.
Successful completion and passing of a criminal background check will be required.
Additional Considerations | Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Master’s Degree in student affairs, higher education, counseling, or related field. Extensive community college Student Affairs leadership experience. Experience in policy development.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | Yes
Required Travel | As required
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | CLS_4491P
Recruitment Type | Agency Employee Only - E
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/96640
Recruitment Type | Agency Employee Only - E
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/96640
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you currently work at Brightpoint Community College?
- 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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