Tidewater Community College
Human Resources Support Specialist
🇺🇸
Norfolk, VA
🕑
Part-Time
💰
$18
per Hour
💻
Human Resources
🗓️
April 23rd, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
Tidewater Community College is hiring a Human Resources Support Specialist. The role involves providing operational, administrative, and technical support in Human Resources functions including recruitment support, background checks, onboarding assistance, HR system data entry, records management, and general office tasks.
Highlights
- Coordinate and conduct employment background and reference checks according to college and state policies.
- Assist with recruitment documentation, communication with candidates, and closing recruitments in applicant tracking systems such as PeopleAdmin.
- Support onboarding and employment processing activities by assisting HR staff with follow-up documentation.
- Perform routine data entry and maintain accurate HR records across multiple systems including PeopleAdmin, PageUp, and Applicant Insight.
- Handle general office duties such as scanning, filing, correspondence, and patient customer service at the HR front desk.
- Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and applicant information.
- Proficient in PC-based software including word processing, databases, and spreadsheets with functions like formulas and lookups.
- Demonstrated experience in administrative or operational support and strong organizational and communication skills.
- Part-time position paying $17.65 per hour, approximately 29 hours per week with a schedule generally from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM and some schedule flexibility.
- Experience with Human Resources functions and applicant tracking systems preferred but not required.
Human Resources Support Specialist Full Description
Human Resources Support Specialist
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 | Human Resources Support Specialist
Role Title | Admin and Office Spec III
Role Code | 19013-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 03
Position Number | 295W0689
Agency | Tidewater Community College
Division | Tidewater Community College (Div)
Work Location | Norfolk - 710
Hiring Range | $17.65 per hour, part time
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | 6-Administrative Support
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 | 29 hours per week, generally 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, some flexibility with schedule, occasional need to work late afternoons.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads – both students and employers – for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 25,000 students in 2024-25. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,399 graduates in 2024-2025, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 33% enrolled at TCC. TCC’s institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
This part‑time position provides operational, administrative, and technical support across multiple functional areas of Human Resources. The role supports recruitment and selection activities, background and reference checks, onboarding assistance, system data entry, records management, and routine office operations.
Functional Responsibilities:
The incumbent will perform a combination of administrative, technical, and customer‑focused HR duties, including but not limited to:
Recruitment & Selection Support
· Coordinate and conduct employment background checks and reference checks in accordance with college and state requirements.
· Communicate with candidates regarding application status, next steps, and required documentation.
· Assist with the creation of recruitment documentation and tracking forms
· Assist with closing out recruitments in applicant tracking systems (e.g., PeopleAdmin)
· Assemble, scan, file, and assist with the maintenance of both physical and digital recruitment files.
Onboarding & Employment Processing Assistance
· Support HR staff with follow‑up related to onboarding or employment documentation.
HR Systems & Data Support
· Perform routine data entry, updates, and verification across multiple HR‑related systems (PeopleAdmin, PageUp, Applicant Insight, etc.).
· Assist with maintaining accurate HR records and electronic files in compliance with confidentiality and retention requirements.
· Support reporting, tracking, and organization of HR data as needed.
Administrative & Office Support
· Perform general office duties including scanning, filing, records maintenance, and correspondence.
· Assist with special projects and process improvement efforts within Human Resources.
· Greet visitors to the Human Resources office and provide front‑line customer service.
· Communicate professionally with applicants and college staff
· Respond to routine HR inquiries and redirect complex issues to appropriate HR staff.
· Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive employee and applicant information.
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
• Demonstrated experience in administrative, clerical, or operational support in an office environment.
• Proficient with PC-based software including word processing, databases, and spreadsheets (including formulas, lookups, etc.)
• Ability to perform accurate data entry, updates, and verification across multiple systems.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated customer service skills and the ability to interact tactfully with applicants, employees, and staff.
• Ability to follow established policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive employee and applicant information.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
Additional Considerations
• Experience working in a Human Resources office or supporting HR‑related functions.
• Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, or employment processing activities.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (e.g., PeopleAdmin, PageUp).
• Experience assembling, maintaining, or auditing electronic and physical personnel or recruitment files.
• Prior experience handling background checks, reference checks, or pre employment documentation
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | N/A
Role Title | Admin and Office Spec III
Role Code | 19013-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 03
Position Number | 295W0689
Agency | Tidewater Community College
Division | Tidewater Community College (Div)
Work Location | Norfolk - 710
Hiring Range | $17.65 per hour, part time
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | 6-Administrative Support
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 | 29 hours per week, generally 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, some flexibility with schedule, occasional need to work late afternoons.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads – both students and employers – for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 25,000 students in 2024-25. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,399 graduates in 2024-2025, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 33% enrolled at TCC. TCC’s institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
This part‑time position provides operational, administrative, and technical support across multiple functional areas of Human Resources. The role supports recruitment and selection activities, background and reference checks, onboarding assistance, system data entry, records management, and routine office operations.
Functional Responsibilities:
The incumbent will perform a combination of administrative, technical, and customer‑focused HR duties, including but not limited to:
Recruitment & Selection Support
· Coordinate and conduct employment background checks and reference checks in accordance with college and state requirements.
· Communicate with candidates regarding application status, next steps, and required documentation.
· Assist with the creation of recruitment documentation and tracking forms
· Assist with closing out recruitments in applicant tracking systems (e.g., PeopleAdmin)
· Assemble, scan, file, and assist with the maintenance of both physical and digital recruitment files.
Onboarding & Employment Processing Assistance
· Support HR staff with follow‑up related to onboarding or employment documentation.
HR Systems & Data Support
· Perform routine data entry, updates, and verification across multiple HR‑related systems (PeopleAdmin, PageUp, Applicant Insight, etc.).
· Assist with maintaining accurate HR records and electronic files in compliance with confidentiality and retention requirements.
· Support reporting, tracking, and organization of HR data as needed.
Administrative & Office Support
· Perform general office duties including scanning, filing, records maintenance, and correspondence.
· Assist with special projects and process improvement efforts within Human Resources.
· Greet visitors to the Human Resources office and provide front‑line customer service.
· Communicate professionally with applicants and college staff
· Respond to routine HR inquiries and redirect complex issues to appropriate HR staff.
· Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive employee and applicant information.
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
• Demonstrated experience in administrative, clerical, or operational support in an office environment.
• Proficient with PC-based software including word processing, databases, and spreadsheets (including formulas, lookups, etc.)
• Ability to perform accurate data entry, updates, and verification across multiple systems.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated customer service skills and the ability to interact tactfully with applicants, employees, and staff.
• Ability to follow established policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive employee and applicant information.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
Additional Considerations
• Experience working in a Human Resources office or supporting HR‑related functions.
• Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, or employment processing activities.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (e.g., PeopleAdmin, PageUp).
• Experience assembling, maintaining, or auditing electronic and physical personnel or recruitment files.
• Prior experience handling background checks, reference checks, or pre employment documentation
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | N/A
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | WGE_3142P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 04/21/2026
Job Close Date | 05/11/2026
Open Until Filled | No
Agency Website | TCC.edu
Contact Name | Lizette White
Email | ldwhite@tcc.edu
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/95395
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 04/21/2026
Job Close Date | 05/11/2026
Open Until Filled | No
Agency Website | TCC.edu
Contact Name | Lizette White
Email | ldwhite@tcc.edu
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/95395
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you willing to work at our Norfolk campus?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
- Alternative Hiring Process Letter
- (877) 340-5577
- ats@ssc.vccs.edu
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