Paul D Camp Community College
TRiO SSS Academic Advisor/Student Support Liaison
🇺🇸 Suffolk, VA
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $45K - $47K
💻 Academic Advising
🗓️ September 15th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
Paul D. Camp Community College is hiring a TRiO SSS Academic Advisor/Student Support Liaison. The role involves providing personalized academic, career, and transfer advising to support low-income, first-generation, and students with disabilities. The advisor will conduct needs assessments, develop academic plans, connect students with campus resources, and serve as a liaison between students, faculty, and services.
Highlights
- Provide academic, career, and transfer advising for TRiO SSS program participants
- Assist students with financial aid and scholarship applications
- Coordinate and provide classroom accommodations for eligible students
- Identify, select, and onboard students into the program, maintaining weekly communication
- Organize workshops, plan academic enrichment activities, and disseminate program information
- Collect data for annual reports and grant renewal applications, maintain progress records
- Serve as liaison for EAB Navigate and support data management for compliance
- Requires Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, human services, IT or related field and minimum two years of relevant higher education experience
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills required
- Salary range $45,000-$47,231 with full-time schedule Monday to Friday, occasional evenings, weekends, and overnight travel
TRiO SSS Academic Advisor/Student Support Liaison Full Description
TRiO SSS Academic Advisor/Student Support Liaison
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
Working Title | TRiO SSS Academic Advisor/Student Support Liaison
Role Title | Education Support Spec III
Role Code | 29144-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 04
Position Number | 277R0007
Agency | Paul D. Camp Community College
Division | Paul D. Camp Community College (Div)
Work Location | Suffolk - 800
Hiring Range | $45,000-$47,231
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- |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? |
Work Schedule | Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00PM, occasional evenings, weekends and overnight travel
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Paul D. Camp Community College is a small 2-year college in Southeast Virginia. Campuses are located in Franklin and Suffolk. There also is a center in Smithfield. The college offers associate degrees, certificates, and career studies certificates In transfer and career/technical programs; credit and non-credit workforce services and training for businesses and industries; special interest classes for the community; and summer classes for youth through the Regional Workforce Development Center. A dual enrollment program for high school students, online courses, and developmental studies classes are available at the college as well.
Camp’s TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) program is a federally funded initiative, designed to support the academic success, retention, and graduation of students who are low-income, first-generation, and individuals with disabilities. The SSS Academic Advisor plays a key role in this mission by offering personalized academic, career and transfer advising, and support services that help students achieve their educational and professional goals.
The SSS Academic Advisor facilitates individualized support by conducting needs assessments, developing academic plans and service strategies, connecting students with campus resources, and serving as a liaison between students, faculty, and campus services.
Core responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Provide academic, career and transfer advising. Assist students with the financial aid and scholarship applications process. Coordinate and provide classroom accommodations for students. Identify, select, and onboard eligible students into the program. Maintain weekly communications with participants. Organize and facilitate workshops for student support. Plan academic enrichment activities. Disseminate information about the TRiO SSS Program to the campus community. Collect data for the preparation of the annual performance report and grant renewal application. Maintain accurate records and reports of student progress. Assist with data management to support program reporting, evaluation, and compliance. Serve as the college liaison for EAB Navigate.
Some program services may require occasional evening and weekend hours and overnight travel.
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, psychology, human services, or information technology or field related to the purpose and responsibilities of the position Experience working with first-generation, low-income, and students with disabilities, in a college setting. Minimum of two years’ experience in Student Affairs, Academic Advising experience, or Counselling, preferably in a higher education setting. Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures to a variety of processes. Proficient knowledge and use of office productivity software. Strong interpersonal skills to engage, provide support, and follow up with students. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, along with strong problem-solving abilities. Excellent organizational skills and a commitment to providing high-quality service. Experience working collaboratively to promote student success. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Ability to organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously. Must possess a valid driver’s license and use of personal automobile. Travel between college locations is required. Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and overnight travel for student trips.
Additional Considerations | Knowledge of financial aid policies and procedures. Knowledge of providing disability services to students. Experience with case management. Experience working under grant guidelines and regulations. Professional or personal experiences overcoming barriers similar to program participants.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | Travel between campuses and occasional overnight travel
Role Title | Education Support Spec III
Role Code | 29144-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 04
Position Number | 277R0007
Agency | Paul D. Camp Community College
Division | Paul D. Camp Community College (Div)
Work Location | Suffolk - 800
Hiring Range | $45,000-$47,231
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- |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? |
Work Schedule | Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00PM, occasional evenings, weekends and overnight travel
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Paul D. Camp Community College is a small 2-year college in Southeast Virginia. Campuses are located in Franklin and Suffolk. There also is a center in Smithfield. The college offers associate degrees, certificates, and career studies certificates In transfer and career/technical programs; credit and non-credit workforce services and training for businesses and industries; special interest classes for the community; and summer classes for youth through the Regional Workforce Development Center. A dual enrollment program for high school students, online courses, and developmental studies classes are available at the college as well.
Camp’s TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) program is a federally funded initiative, designed to support the academic success, retention, and graduation of students who are low-income, first-generation, and individuals with disabilities. The SSS Academic Advisor plays a key role in this mission by offering personalized academic, career and transfer advising, and support services that help students achieve their educational and professional goals.
The SSS Academic Advisor facilitates individualized support by conducting needs assessments, developing academic plans and service strategies, connecting students with campus resources, and serving as a liaison between students, faculty, and campus services.
Core responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Provide academic, career and transfer advising. Assist students with the financial aid and scholarship applications process. Coordinate and provide classroom accommodations for students. Identify, select, and onboard eligible students into the program. Maintain weekly communications with participants. Organize and facilitate workshops for student support. Plan academic enrichment activities. Disseminate information about the TRiO SSS Program to the campus community. Collect data for the preparation of the annual performance report and grant renewal application. Maintain accurate records and reports of student progress. Assist with data management to support program reporting, evaluation, and compliance. Serve as the college liaison for EAB Navigate.
Some program services may require occasional evening and weekend hours and overnight travel.
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, psychology, human services, or information technology or field related to the purpose and responsibilities of the position Experience working with first-generation, low-income, and students with disabilities, in a college setting. Minimum of two years’ experience in Student Affairs, Academic Advising experience, or Counselling, preferably in a higher education setting. Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures to a variety of processes. Proficient knowledge and use of office productivity software. Strong interpersonal skills to engage, provide support, and follow up with students. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, along with strong problem-solving abilities. Excellent organizational skills and a commitment to providing high-quality service. Experience working collaboratively to promote student success. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Ability to organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously. Must possess a valid driver’s license and use of personal automobile. Travel between college locations is required. Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and overnight travel for student trips.
Additional Considerations | Knowledge of financial aid policies and procedures. Knowledge of providing disability services to students. Experience with case management. Experience working under grant guidelines and regulations. Professional or personal experiences overcoming barriers similar to program participants.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | Travel between campuses and occasional overnight travel
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | CLS_4016P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 09/12/2025
Job Close Date | 09/26/2025
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | www.pdc.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/88815
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 09/12/2025
Job Close Date | 09/26/2025
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | www.pdc.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/88815
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Alternative Hiring Process Letter
- (877) 340-5577
- ats@ssc.vccs.edu
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