Part-Time Career Advisor (King George HS)

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title

Part-Time Career Advisor (King George HS)

Role Title

Counselor II

Role Code

49012-SW

FLSA

Nonexempt

Pay Band

04

Position Number

297W0543

Agency

Germanna Community College

Division

Germanna Community College (Div)

Work Location

King George - 099

Hiring Range

$33.15/hr-$40.52/hr, state benefits do not apply

Emergency/Essential Personnel

No

EEO Category

B-Professional

Full Time or Part Time

Part 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-Friday: 8am-5:30pm (varies) (29hr work week)

Sensitive Position

No

Job Description

Germanna Community College is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System. The College is a dynamic learning organization that serves as a Germanna regional leader and preferred partner where quality learning experiences enable students to participate effectively in the social, economic, political, intellectual, and cultural life of their communities. Germanna Community College is centrally located in Fredericksburg, VA between Washington D.C. and Richmond and between the Blue Ridge mountains and the Chesapeake Bay. Full of history, the area offers a community rich with diversity, the arts, technology, vineyards, hiking, canoeing/kayaking, and many other activities.

Germanna Community College is seeking to hire a part-time Germanna Career Advisor to assist King George High School students and their families interested in workforce (Trades) career training or post-secondary education at Germanna Community College. The Career Advisor plans and executes outreach and workforce career education activities at King George High School on behalf of the College. The Career Advisor offers a one-stop service that facilitates a student from application to enrollment in the workforce program courses at Germanna Community College. This position works closely with departments across the College and organizations within the community.

The Career Advisor serves as an ambassador for the College and cultivates strong relationships with prospective students, parents/families, high school personnel, and area employers.

The Career Advisor advises and counsels high school students and other student populations, as needed, on post-secondary workforce graduation goals, specifically exploring the benefits of Germanna Community College enrollment through in person, e-mail, text messages, social media, and other forms of electronic communication, and phone engagement. This position coordinates on-campus tours, enrollment programs, and college and career-oriented activities targeted towards prospective students and their parents/families. The Career Advisor coordinates the ongoing strategic communications to prospective students and maintains a case management system to report outcomes to the Virginia Community College System (VCCS) and the College.

The Career Advisor also assists King George High School's Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs. The Career Advisor assists in prospective Germanna student recruitment, enrollment and registration of new and continuing students, and the facilitation of workforce course expansion at their respective area high school. The Career Advisor works collaboratively as a part of a team including the KGHS Director of Counseling, King George County School's Work-Based Learning Specialist, and the current KGHS Rappahannock Community College Career Advisor (RCC Dual Enrollment) on site at King George High School to address the career development and post-secondary education needs of King George High School students

*This position is located in Virginia. Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance or be willing to relocate to ensure consistent, reliable attendance.

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

Experience in a higher education setting

Extensive computer experience with familiarity with word processing, spreadsheets, and database software tools

Extensive customer service experience with an ability to handle stressful situations

Experience working with high school students

A valid driver's license with the ability to travel throughout service area

Excellent oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to problem solve in a fast-paced environment with a diverse student population

Knowledge of career assessments and career and educational pathway planning

Knowledge of K-12 and/or higher education enrollment services, academic advising, career advising, or counseling.

Ability to understand and interpret college policies and academic placement procedures

Ability to handle confidential information

Ability to advise and assist students with career and academic decision making

Ability to effectively collaborate with school personnel, as well as community representatives and employers

Ability to maintain accurate and timely record keeping and reporting

Experience with or willingness to learn artificial intelligence tools. Additional Considerations

Experience using Student Information System

Experience in college admissions, counseling, and academic advising

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Operation of a State Vehicle

No

Supervises Employees

No

Required Travel

Travel to King George High School is required.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

WGE_2509P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

05/05/2025

Job Close Date

05/27/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Agency Website

Contact Name

Catra Godwin

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: or call DARS at, or DBVI at

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:

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.

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