Role Title:

Prog Admin Specialist I

Role Code:

19211-FP

FLSA:

Exempt

Pay Band:

04

Working Title:

Guaranteed Interview Program, Coordinator (Restricted*)

Position Number:

280R0980

Agency:

Northern VA Community College

Division:

NV280-VP Workforce Development

Work Location:

Fairfax County - 059

Hiring Range:

$60,000 - $70,000

Emergency/Essential Personnel:

No

EEO Category:

B-Professionals

Full Time or Part Time:

Full Time

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm

Sensitive Position:

No

Job Description:

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the second largest community college in the United States and the largest public educational institution in Virginia. NOVA has more than 71,000 students and 2,600 faculty and staff members. As one of the most internationally diverse colleges in the United States, with a student body consisting of individuals from more than 180 countries, NOVA is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable Virginia by fostering excellence in higher education. As an Achieving the Dream “Leader College,” NOVA is committed to the principles of access, opportunity, student success, and excellence by meeting the educational and training needs of the region and its people with excellent and affordable courses and programs, offered by an inspired and committed diverse faculty and support staff. With six unique locations throughout our region, each conveniently located within 40 miles of Washington D.C, we have Northern Virginia covered. NOVA’s Alexandria Campus is located seven miles from the nation’s capital, just across the Potomac River from Washington DC; the Annandale Campus, with its urban feel and suburban appeal, is ranked as the most diverse in Virginia and boasts a thriving Koreatown; the Loudoun Campus is located in a comfortable suburb steeped in colonial history; the Manassas Campus is located next to Manassas Battlefield Park, site of the first major battle of the Civil War; the Woodbridge Campus is home to municipal parks, state parks, and national wildlife refuges; and the Medical Education Campus, located in Springfield, is a uniquely specialized campus that stands apart from what most community colleges can offer, with the area boasting an abundance of hiking and biking trails, and parks with nature and wildlife areas. NOVA offers an opportunity to make a difference with outstanding career opportunities and competitive total rewards benefits, including a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement system. NOVA embraces opportunities to create a college community that is a welcoming and inclusive place to learn and work. We do this by fostering a sense of belonging and ensuring equity while maintaining an open, civil, and safe environment for our students, faculty, staff, and guests. In so doing, NOVA fulfills its mission to offer world-class teaching and learning to the Commonwealth of Virginia. The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.
“The Guaranteed Interview Program connects students with employers for initial screening interviews for career opportunities in their field of study. All students that are on track to successfully complete Applied degree or Workforce programs at the College are eligible to sign up for an interview. This position will support employer recruiting for the Guaranteed Interview Program by assisting with outreach efforts to identify, engage, and retain employer contacts that are committed to providing interviews on a regular basis that will result in the recruitment of NOVA students and alumni. This position is part of the Business Engagement Center, Employer and Career Services Team and reports to the Recruitment Programs Manager. Key Responsibilities Include:• Collaborating with manager to create a strategic plan and timeline to implement guaranteed interviews for designated programs of study• Developing and implementing policies and procedures to support the Guaranteed Interview Program• Managing program agreements and partnerships• Researching and identifying employers for outreach and engagement• Establishing and maintaining long-term partnerships with employers and program stakeholders• Developing promotional marketing materials and communications • Collaborating with deans, program directors, and faculty to design and launch program• Using the College’s career management system, Symplicity, to organize interviews, track data, and keep detailed records• Supervising other employees assigned to support the Guaranteed Interview Program”

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 ability to build collaborative relationships with multiple constituent groups
• Experience in working with diverse populations
• Experience in working in highly collaborative environments and demonstrated ability to work with a team
• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including large or small group presentations
• Proficiency with a career services management system, preferably Symplicity.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders or clients
• Experience with community or business development outreach and engagement
• Experience producing promotional marketing materials and communications

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or related field, or equivalent experience, with experience in higher education and career services or business development

Operation of a State Vehicle:

No

Supervises Employees:

Yes

Required Travel:

May be required to travel between campuses.

Posting Number:

CLS_716P

Recruitment Type:

Public

Number of Vacancies:

1

Job Open Date:

10/19/2021

Job Close Date:

11/01/2021

Open Until Filled:

No

Agency Website:

https://www.nvcc.edu/

Special Instructions to Applicants:

*This position is restricted and is funded with non-continuous or non-recurring funding and is subject to continuation based on fiscal year funds and the needs of the college.

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, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement:

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

Governor's Mandate Message:

Executive Order #18. Newly hired, including employees transferring from other state agencies, will be required to provide their vaccination status prior to starting a position or at the latest by their position start date. Additional details regarding how to request an accommodation, required weekly Covid-19 testing, and mask requirements will be provided by Human Resources for newly hired or transferred employees who are unvaccinated.

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/37351