Adult Learning Specialist (Part-Time)

Working Title Adult Learning Specialist (Part-Time) Role Title General Education Development Role Code 89341 FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band Position Number 275W0174 Agency New River Community College Division New River Community College (Div) Work Location Pulaski - 155 Hiring Range $22.20 hourly Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category F-Admin Supp Full Time or Part Time Part 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

Monday-Friday

Sensitive Position No Job Description

New River Community College is a two-year state institution of higher education operating under a state-wide system of 23 community colleges. The college is in Virginia’s New River Valley, which is also home to two public universities, and which has earned widespread recognition for the quality of life offered to residents. The Dublin campus and Christiansburg site provide modern, well-equipped facilities for the college’s career and technical education programs as well as for the college transfer programs. Approximately 4,000 students comprise the student body.

The people employed by New River Community College embrace the philosophy that all individuals should have an opportunity to develop and extend their skills and knowledge to increase awareness of their roles and duties as citizens. The college serves the educational needs of the public and assumes a duty to help provide the requirements for trained workers in the region through a combined effort with local industry, business, professions, and government. The college promotes equal opportunity for prospective students and employees.

Duties

• Assist prospective students from the point of inquiry to class completion.
• Support students through their academic and/or workforce-credentialing journey.
• Utilize available student resources (food pantry, loaner computers, transportation, etc.).
• Collaborate with the development of marketing and informational materials for student recruitment.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of developmental programs and make recommendations for improvement.
• Provide guidance and support for both students and staff.
• Actively participate with community outreach events.
• Contribute to the success of the Adult Learning Center team.
  
  

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

• Knowledge of barriers to educational success and a desire to help others reach their educational goals.
• Demonstrated ability to coach students and collaborate effectively with instructors on course content and instructional strategies.
• Experience working independently and as part of a team.
• Strong ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Proficiency in the use of technology, such as Microsoft Office.
• Desire to learn and grow as professional needs arise.
  
  

Additional Considerations

Additional Factors That May Be Considered Include

• Work experience in a higher education setting or counseling or academic coaching.
• Work experience assessing the skills, needs, and interests of adult learners.
• Bachelor’s degree.
  
  

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

No

Posting Number WGE_2794P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 09/30/2025 Job Close Date 12/31/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Agency Website https://www.nr.edu/jobs/ Contact Name Stacie Whitlock Email [email protected] Phone Number 540-674-3635 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/89348