Talent Search Middle School Outreach Coordinator

Talent Search Middle School Outreach Coordinator

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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  | Talent Search Middle School Outreach Coordinator
Role Title  | Education Support Spec III
Role Code  | 29144-SW
FLSA  | Nonexempt
Pay Band  | 04
Position Number  | 288R0110
Agency  | Wytheville Community College
Division  | Wytheville Community College (Div)
Work Location  | Wythe - 197
Hiring Range  | Minimum $44,192
Emergency/Essential Personnel  | No
EEO Category  | E-Paraprofessional
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  | To be determined by the supervisor of Talent Search.
Sensitive Position  | No

Job Description 
The mission of Wytheville Community College is to provide a quality, comprehensive education for the citizens of the counties of Bland, Carroll, Grayson, Smyth, and Wythe and the city of Galax. To achieve this mission and to fulfill its role as an educational leader and partner, Wytheville Community College commits to a student-centered environment by: providing programs and courses in occupational-technical education, college transfer education, general education, developmental education, distance education, continuing education, and workforce development; utilizing a broad range of instructional technologies, methods, materials, and facilities that are designed to meet the diverse needs of students; offering a supportive, comprehensive program of student development services that contribute to student persistence, success, and citizenship; fueling regional and state economic development by forging partnerships with businesses, industries, public agencies, civic groups, public schools, and other institutions of higher education not only within the service region but throughout the Commonwealth; promoting Appalachian Culture and cultural opportunities of Southwest Virginia; promoting accessibility; promoting accessibility and affordability; and ensuring quality in all programs and services.

Wytheville Community College (WCC) is accepting applications for a full-time Education Support Specialist III, Talent Search Middle School Outreach Coordinator, for the WCC TRiO Talent Search Grant Project.

The objectives of the Talent Search Project: To identify qualified middle and high school youths, who are low-income with the potential for education at the postsecondary level, encourage them to complete their secondary school and undertake a program of postsecondary education; and Assist the participants with the process of identifying their career interest, and applying to postsecondary institutions and for financial assistance.
The purpose of the position:The Middle School Outreach Coordinator (MSOC) will assist middle school students with advising services that help them successfully identify areas of career interest and pursue post-secondary educational opportunities.The Middle School Outreach Coordinator will: (a) hold multiple group meetings at the schools; (b) develop an Individualized Service Plan for each participant; © develop and provide workshops for the participants and their parents; (d) maintain participant files on services provided; (e) assist participants with career assessment and research; (f) provide supervision for all field trips and program activities; and (h) other duties as assigned by the Project Director.
Participant responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Participates in the identification and recruitment of students for Talent Search services Implements project-approved career interest and non-cognitive assessment Holds a minimum of 8 group meetings with individual meetings during the school year to assist students with the planning of their educational goals Connects students to approved tutoring services to enable them to complete their coursework successfully Provides 8th grade students with the college admissions test information –PSAT
Program responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Assistance with the calendar of excursions to Open House activities of colleges and universities during the academic year Assistance with the development and implementation of the middle school mentoring component of the Scholar’s Saturday AcademyAssistance in the identification of middle school students for the participation in youth leadership development programs Assistance with preparing two project newsletters August and March to distribute to students, parents, school personnel, community partners, and the WCC community Assistance with the development and implementation of project excursions to colleges and universities, cultural events, academic programs, and other activities not usually available to middle school disadvantaged youth
WCC responsibilities will include but are not limited to:In-service and online training that is required of WCC personnel to ensure an effective and professional educational community Appointment on WCC committees, on-campus activities, and all activities geared towards pre-college students Appropriate training and professional development activities for the benefit of providing high-quality services to our participants and their parents, the WCC community, and community-at-large Assistance with Wytheville Community College activities for the benefit of our community members

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  | Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, social work, higher education or an appropriate field related to Project objectives;Good written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills;Ability to work with low-income potential first-generation college students; and
Professional/personal experience in overcoming barriers similar to the ones confronting project participants.
Additional Considerations  | Professional experience in pre-college TRiO Programs or similar programs;Knowledge and/or advocacy experience with disadvantaged communities;
Professional knowledge of college admissions and financial aid process;
Ability to maintain appropriate and professional boundaries with students and their parents, and within all professional settings; andAble to work independently with key target school contacts and community.
Operation of a State Vehicle  | Yes
Supervises Employees  | No
Required Travel  | Will be required to travel to area middle schools/high schools and to travel for training.

 Posting Detail Information 

Posting Number  | CLS_4130P
Recruitment Type  | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies  | 1
Position End Date (if temporary)  |
Job Open Date  | 11/03/2025
Job Close Date  | 11/17/2025
Open Until Filled  |
Agency Website  | www.wcc.vccs.edu
Contact Name  | Malinda Poole Eversole
Email  | HR@wcc.vccs.edu
Phone Number  | 276-223-4869
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/90331

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