Virginia's Community College System

Career and Academic Advisor

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Job Description


Posting Summary

Working Title
Career and Academic Advisor
Role Title
Education Support Spec III
Role Code
29144-FP
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
04
Position Number
280W2196
Agency
Northern VA Community College
Division
NV280-Provost Annandale
Work Location
Fairfax County - 059
Hiring Range
$28/hr
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
5-Paraprofessionals
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?
Work Schedule
Monday to Friday
Early: 8:30am – 5pm
Mid to Early Evening: 11:30am – 8pm

Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
General Description:
This position works closely with potential and currently enrolled students to identify career pathways in the academic division of Languages, Arts and Social Sciences ( LASS) programs that match their interests and skills. The advisor serves as a resource to assist students in developing administrative tools to develop career readiness skills and discover career pathways to improve their ability to find educational and professional success at NOVA

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Advising and training students on program planning, interpersonal relations, leadership, and academics.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for students entering Mandel Grant–supported programs, ensuring a smooth transition into the college environment.
  • Program support initiatives that help Humanities majors build career readiness competencies, develop professional tools, and understand how their academic skills translate into workplace value.



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 utilize and learn new technology and the willingness to work in different environments
  • Knowledge or awareness of trends in higher education, with a particular emphasis on community college trends.
  • Good written and oral communication skills to ensure effective communication of information in a busy environment
  • Knowledge of applicable computer software/programs to work projects.
  • Knowledge of college advising practices and standards.

Minimum Work Experience:
  • Experience in academic advising, career counseling, student retention, or student success programs in a higher education setting.
  • Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Experience working in customer service

Additional Considerations
Additional Considerations:
  • Demonstrated experience working with and supporting highly diverse student populations, including racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically underserved communities.
  • Experience utilizing student information systems ( SIS), CRM platforms (e.g., Navigate, Salesforce), and virtual communication tools (e.g., Zoom, MS Teams).
  • Experience administering or advising students within grant-funded programs
  • Experience advising specifically within the disciplines of Languages, Arts, and Social Sciences ( LASS).
  • Experience coordinating work-based learning, internships, or career-readiness initiatives.
  • Proficiently skilled in computer usage, including Microsoft Office, e-mail, PeopleSoft Student Information System, and researching information online.
  • Knowledge and understanding of specific needs of underserved populations and a commitment to helping these individuals attain educational success

Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
n/a

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
WGE_3295P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
07/20/2026
Job Close Date
08/03/2026
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
Northern Virginia Community College ( 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 in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.
At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit our website
NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes 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 program.
We strive to ensure our employees have the tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu
The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports

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/98736
Virginia's Community College System

About Virginia's Community College System

Since 1966, Virginia’s Community Colleges have given everyone the opportunity to learn and develop the right skills so lives and communities are strengthened. By making higher education and workforce training available in every part of Virginia, we elevate all of Virginia. Together, Virginia’s Community Colleges serve more than 252,000 students each year.

At VCCS.edu you can find higher education resources and information about educational opportunities including targeted information about Virginia’s community colleges, our courses of study, degree and certificate program availability and requirements, admission requirements, and student services to help you pursue career opportunities.

Industry
Education & Training
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Richmond, VA
Year Founded
1966
Website
vccs.edu
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