Danville Community College
Marketing Assistant
🇺🇸 Danville, VA
🕑 Part-Time
💰 $15 - $17 per Hour
💻 Marketing
🗓️ November 4th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
Danville Community College is hiring a Marketing Assistant. This role supports the Public Relations and Marketing team by managing purchasing, web development, photography, and daily department operations to enhance brand equity and community awareness of DCC programs and services.
Highlights
- Support purchasing, web development, photography, and daily operations of the PR & Marketing department.
- Assist in building brand equity and community awareness for college programs and services.
- Must understand basic business and marketing concepts and be familiar with social media, email marketing, and search engines.
- Requires strong written and verbal communication, organization, time management, problem solving, and copy-editing skills.
- Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, administration, and community members.
- Relevant marketing and purchasing experience is a plus.
- Part-time position with a schedule Monday to Wednesday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, limited to 1,500 hours annually.
- Hourly pay range is $15 to $17.
- Some travel may be required.
- Must successfully complete a criminal background check as a condition of employment.
Marketing Assistant Full Description
Marketing Assistant
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 | Marketing Assistant
Role Title | PR & Mktg Spec I
Role Code | 29091-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 02
Position Number | 279W0068
Agency | Danville Community College
Division | Danville Community College (Div)
Work Location | Danville - 590
Hiring Range | $15 - $17 per hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | N-No EEO-4 Reporting
Full Time or Part Time | Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? |
Work Schedule | Monday to Wednesday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
This is a part-time face-to-face role serving the Public Relations & Marketing department of the College.
Commonwealth of Virginia part-time/wage employees are limited to working 1,500 hours per agency per year, which is calculated as the 365-day period from May 1st through April 30th each year. It is the employee and supervisor’s responsibility to manage and maintain the work schedule to ensure the limited 1,500 hours are not exceeded within the May 1 – April 30 365- day period.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute opened in 1936 as Danville Textile School, becoming Danville Technical Institute just after World War II. The Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute first began as an engineering division in 1946 and was later expanded to include the first two years of course work for all engineering, business administration, liberal arts, and science majors. Beginning in the summer of 1966, all programs taught by Danville Technical Institute were brought under the Virginia Department of Community Colleges. Effective July 1, 1968, the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute merged with the existing community college providing the comprehensive programs now offered.
The Marketing Specialist I role will serve an integral role on the Public Relations and Marketing Team. This role will support purchasing, web development, photography, and the general day-to-day operations of the department. By supporting the PR & Marketing department, this role will aid in building brand equity and community awareness of DCC programs and services.
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 | Understanding of basic business and marketing concepts Familiarity with social media, social networking, email marketing and search engines Strong written and verbal communication skills High level of organization and attention to detail Comfort with multi-tasking in a deadline-driven environment Excellent time management skills Exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills Strong writing and copy-editing abilities Ability to work with a variety of faculty, staff, students, administration, and community members
Please attach supporting documents to demonstrate qualifications for the role, work examples, etc.
Additional Considerations | Relevant marketing experience Relevant purchasing experience
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | Some travel may be required.
Role Title | PR & Mktg Spec I
Role Code | 29091-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 02
Position Number | 279W0068
Agency | Danville Community College
Division | Danville Community College (Div)
Work Location | Danville - 590
Hiring Range | $15 - $17 per hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | N-No EEO-4 Reporting
Full Time or Part Time | Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? |
Work Schedule | Monday to Wednesday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
This is a part-time face-to-face role serving the Public Relations & Marketing department of the College.
Commonwealth of Virginia part-time/wage employees are limited to working 1,500 hours per agency per year, which is calculated as the 365-day period from May 1st through April 30th each year. It is the employee and supervisor’s responsibility to manage and maintain the work schedule to ensure the limited 1,500 hours are not exceeded within the May 1 – April 30 365- day period.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute opened in 1936 as Danville Textile School, becoming Danville Technical Institute just after World War II. The Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute first began as an engineering division in 1946 and was later expanded to include the first two years of course work for all engineering, business administration, liberal arts, and science majors. Beginning in the summer of 1966, all programs taught by Danville Technical Institute were brought under the Virginia Department of Community Colleges. Effective July 1, 1968, the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute merged with the existing community college providing the comprehensive programs now offered.
The Marketing Specialist I role will serve an integral role on the Public Relations and Marketing Team. This role will support purchasing, web development, photography, and the general day-to-day operations of the department. By supporting the PR & Marketing department, this role will aid in building brand equity and community awareness of DCC programs and services.
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 | Understanding of basic business and marketing concepts Familiarity with social media, social networking, email marketing and search engines Strong written and verbal communication skills High level of organization and attention to detail Comfort with multi-tasking in a deadline-driven environment Excellent time management skills Exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills Strong writing and copy-editing abilities Ability to work with a variety of faculty, staff, students, administration, and community members
Please attach supporting documents to demonstrate qualifications for the role, work examples, etc.
Additional Considerations | Relevant marketing experience Relevant purchasing experience
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | Some travel may be required.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | WGE_2856P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 11/03/2025
Job Close Date | 12/02/2025
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | www.danville.edu
Contact Name | Rachel Baines
Email | rachel.baines@danville.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/90147
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 11/03/2025
Job Close Date | 12/02/2025
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | www.danville.edu
Contact Name | Rachel Baines
Email | rachel.baines@danville.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/90147
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
- Alternative Hiring Process Letter
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- ats@ssc.vccs.edu
