Virginia's Community College System
Part-Time Outreach & Student Engagement Specialist
Virginia's Community College System, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Overview
Working Title Part-Time Outreach & Student Engagement Specialist. Role Title Education Support Spec III. Role Code 29144-FP. FLSA Nonexempt. Pay Band 04. Position Number 280W1394. Agency Northern VA Community College. Division NV280-Provost Annandale. Work Location Fairfax County - 059. Hiring Range $30/hr. Emergency/Essential Personnel No. EEO Category E-Paraprofessional. Full Time or Part Time Part Time. Telework options: No. Bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference: Not specified.
General Description Sensitive Position
No.
Job Description
The Outreach & Student Engagement Specialist will collaborate closely with the Grant Director to design, implement, and evaluate outreach strategies that attract and retain diverse student populations. This role emphasizes relationship-building, mentorship, and the ability to leverage professional expertise to strengthen program visibility and impact.
Duties And Tasks
Tasked to improve the recruitment of students in LASS – Mandel Grant programming;
Assistance with day-to-day operations of Mandel Grant programming to include: outreach via phone, email, and mass communication systems/social media, constituent engagement and management, and other administrative tasks;
Coordinate and conduct prospective student appointments and group information sessions;
Liaison between the Mandel Grant staff, faculty, and employers, while assisting with marketing and communication projects as assigned;
Implement initiatives for improved personalization of student outreach and engagement within designated budgets;
Serve as point of contact and provide outreach for Mandel Grant events and programs;
Assist perspective and current students with Mandel Grant programming applications;
Plan and support recruitment activities including fairs and information sessions;
Other duties as assigned.
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 KSA Requirements:
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment and in support of multiple grant initiatives;
Ability to work independently and with a team to complete multiple tasks within deadlines;
Ability to learn and adapt in new, fast paced environments.
Ability to understand, develop and demonstrate outcome driven work.
Ability to design and implement recruitment initiatives and activities.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making.
Ability to provide timely and relevant input concerning external relations activities, meetings, and events.
Knowledge of confidentiality standards in personal information management.
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
Must have excellent organizational skills.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience in event planning and coordination.
Experience with education, program recruitment and engagement.
Experience in social media and online engagement strategies.
Experience with MS Office and content creation.
Experience providing administrative support.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to attend engagements on multiple campuses and the surrounding communities.
Additional Considerations
Experience working with students.
Experience in community outreach.
Basic computer skills with working knowledge of all applications in MS Office, electronic calendaring, e-mail and design applications.
Knowledge of recruitment in a school setting.
Other Details Operation of a State Vehicle No. Supervises Employees No. Required Travel: n/a.
Posting and Contacts Posting Number WGE_2965P. Recruitment Type General Public - G. Number of Vacancies 1. Position End Date (if temporary): Job Open Date 01/20/2026. Job Close Date 02/03/2026. Open Until Filled. Agency Website www.nvcc.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 NOVA is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses and through NOVA Online. The College offers more than 100 programs to help students achieve academic and professional goals. NOVA is committed to an inclusive community. For more information, visit our website at
www.nvcc.edu .
The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.
Legal and Compliance 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, and credit checks (relevant to employment). Candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, visit http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/.
EEO Statement : The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants 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 : 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/92531
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General Description Sensitive Position
No.
Job Description
The Outreach & Student Engagement Specialist will collaborate closely with the Grant Director to design, implement, and evaluate outreach strategies that attract and retain diverse student populations. This role emphasizes relationship-building, mentorship, and the ability to leverage professional expertise to strengthen program visibility and impact.
Duties And Tasks
Tasked to improve the recruitment of students in LASS – Mandel Grant programming;
Assistance with day-to-day operations of Mandel Grant programming to include: outreach via phone, email, and mass communication systems/social media, constituent engagement and management, and other administrative tasks;
Coordinate and conduct prospective student appointments and group information sessions;
Liaison between the Mandel Grant staff, faculty, and employers, while assisting with marketing and communication projects as assigned;
Implement initiatives for improved personalization of student outreach and engagement within designated budgets;
Serve as point of contact and provide outreach for Mandel Grant events and programs;
Assist perspective and current students with Mandel Grant programming applications;
Plan and support recruitment activities including fairs and information sessions;
Other duties as assigned.
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 KSA Requirements:
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment and in support of multiple grant initiatives;
Ability to work independently and with a team to complete multiple tasks within deadlines;
Ability to learn and adapt in new, fast paced environments.
Ability to understand, develop and demonstrate outcome driven work.
Ability to design and implement recruitment initiatives and activities.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making.
Ability to provide timely and relevant input concerning external relations activities, meetings, and events.
Knowledge of confidentiality standards in personal information management.
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
Must have excellent organizational skills.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience in event planning and coordination.
Experience with education, program recruitment and engagement.
Experience in social media and online engagement strategies.
Experience with MS Office and content creation.
Experience providing administrative support.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to attend engagements on multiple campuses and the surrounding communities.
Additional Considerations
Experience working with students.
Experience in community outreach.
Basic computer skills with working knowledge of all applications in MS Office, electronic calendaring, e-mail and design applications.
Knowledge of recruitment in a school setting.
Other Details Operation of a State Vehicle No. Supervises Employees No. Required Travel: n/a.
Posting and Contacts Posting Number WGE_2965P. Recruitment Type General Public - G. Number of Vacancies 1. Position End Date (if temporary): Job Open Date 01/20/2026. Job Close Date 02/03/2026. Open Until Filled. Agency Website www.nvcc.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 NOVA is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses and through NOVA Online. The College offers more than 100 programs to help students achieve academic and professional goals. NOVA is committed to an inclusive community. For more information, visit our website at
www.nvcc.edu .
The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.
Legal and Compliance 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, and credit checks (relevant to employment). Candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, visit http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/.
EEO Statement : The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants 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 : 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/92531
#J-18808-Ljbffr