Student Life Program Coordinator – Norfolk
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 | Student Life Program Coordinator – Norfolk
Role Title | Education Support Assistant
Role Code | 29141-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 01
Position Number | 295W0228
Agency | Tidewater Community College
Division | Tidewater Community College (Div)
Work Location | Norfolk - 710
Hiring Range | $14.31 per hour, part time
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | F-Admin Supp
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 | Monday- Thursday 9am -3pm Friday 9am-2pm, some nights and weekends as necessary
Part Time, up to 29 hrs. per week
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.
Position Summary:
The Student Life Program Coordinator supports the mission of Student Life by assisting with the planning, coordination, promotion, and delivery of Student Life programs and activities. Under the direction of the Student Center Director, the Coordinator helps implement co-curricular experiences that encourage student involvement, foster belonging, and enhance campus engagement.
This position provides logistical support for events, assists with communication and marketing tasks, interacts directly with students to ensure a welcoming environment, and helps maintain program materials and resources. Work is performed under established procedures and guidelines in alignment with DHRM’s Education Support Services classification.
Functional Responsibilities:
Program & Event Support
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and supporting social, educational, cultural, and recreational events at the Norfolk Student Center.
• Provide on-site event support including room setup, breakdown, supply distribution, tracking attendance, and general customer service.
• Assist with reserving spaces, preparing materials, and ensuring events follow established guidelines.
• Monitor event needs and communicate concerns or recommendations to professional staff.
Student Engagement & Customer Service
• Greet and engage students to promote an inclusive and supportive campus atmosphere.
• Provide general information about Student Life programs, services, and campus resources.
• Assist with responding to student inquiries and directing students to appropriate staff or departments.
Marketing & Promotion Support
• Assist in creating basic promotional materials such as flyers, digital slides, or simple social media content using approved templates.
• Support marketing efforts by distributing materials and helping implement strategies to increase participation.
• Ensure all marketing materials meet branding and accessibility standards.
Operational & Administrative Support
• Maintain an organized inventory of Student Life supplies, equipment, and materials.
• Assist with maintaining participation logs, event evaluations, and routine program documentation.
• Follow operational procedures for opening and closing program spaces and equipment.
• Attend trainings, meetings, and skill-building sessions as assigned.
• Support the maintenance of clean and functional program spaces.
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 | • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with diverse student populations.
• Demonstrated customer service experience.
• Experience in student programming, event support, or student engagement work.
• Basic computer skills (email, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, etc.).
• Ability to follow instructions, apply guidelines, and complete tasks independently.
• Ability to lift, move, and arrange event materials (tables, chairs, carts, supplies).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Reliability, punctuality, and ability to work some evenings or occasional weekends.
Additional Considerations
• Experience assisting with student events or customer service environments.
• Familiarity with Canva, social media, or other basic digital promotion tools.
• Knowledge of campus resources or student-centered program environments.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | N/A
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | WGE_2941P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 01/09/2026
Job Close Date | 01/29/2026
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/92064 Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you willing to work at our Norfolk campus?
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
- Alternative Hiring Process Letter