Coordinator of Continuing Student Advising (00131)

Title: Coordinator of Continuing Student Advising (00131)

Agency: Brightpoint Community College

Location: Chesterfield - 041

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range: $65,000 - $70,000 (Commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:

Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is one of the largest of Virginia's 23 community colleges. The college is located within the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. It serves students and the community at its two campuses, in Chester and Midlothian; online; and in locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community College's mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality. It envisions a success story for every student.

Brightpoint offers a robust benefits package , including:

• State of Virginia employee benefits
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS) participation
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays
• Remote work flexibility , depending on role and departmental needs
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuous learning programs
• Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs

Brightpoint Community College invites applications from highly motivated individuals to apply for the Coordinator of Continuing Student Advising position. As part of the Help Hub team, the Coordinator and staff collaborate with others to assist students across various needs, ensuring holistic and personalized advising support throughout their educational journey. The Coordinator is responsible for the overall management of professional and transfer advisors. Additionally, the Coordinator oversees the Great Expectations Program team, providing academic, financial, and personal support to students affiliated with the Virginia Foster Care System. This position supports students at both campuses and may need to work evening or weekend shifts as needed.

The Coordinator works closely with internal and external partners for advising and transfer purposes as well as management of student barriers.

Minimum Qualifications:

Proficiency in the use of PeopleSoft, EAB Navigate, Canvas, Microsoft Office, Google suite preferred. Must possess the ability to provide service to a diverse population of customers. Must possess ability to maintain confidentiality while working with highly sensitive information. Successful completion and passing of a criminal background check will be required. Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings, occasional weekends and teleworking if required.
Additional Considerations:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Master's Degree in student affairs in higher education, higher education, counseling or related field.

Prior experience at a college or university.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer