Job Description
Posting Summary
Working Title
Military & Veterans Education Counselor (00141)
Role Title
Education Support Spec II
Role Code
29143-SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
03
Position Number
29000141
Agency
Brightpoint Community College
Division
Brightpoint Community College (Div)
Work Location
Chesterfield - 041
Hiring Range
$52,000 - $60,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
6-Administrative Support
Full Time or Part Time
Full 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, 8:00am-5:00pm; as needed
Sensitive Position
No
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
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Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
- Virginia Retirement System ( VRS) participation
- Generous annual leave and paid holidays
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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 highly motivated individuals to apply to the Military and Veterans Education Counselor ( MVEC) position.
As part of the Military and Veterans Education team, the MVEC will:
- Collaborate with multiple offices to ensure a smooth matriculation process for all students using military and/or veteran benefits
- Assist students and their families in obtaining all appropriate military benefits
- Receive request for certifications, process requests within the established timeframe, document all transactions, upload documents in the document imaging system
- Conduct internal audits every semester
- Assist in the resolution of VA education benefit payment discrepancies and provide academic advising services as necessary
- Participate in outreach events
- Answer phone calls and emails daily
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
- 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.
- Must be able to prioritize work and be able to meet defined deadlines.
- Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings, occasional weekends and teleworking if required.
- Successful completion and passing of a criminal background check will be required.
Additional Considerations
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Proficiency in the use of PeopleSoft, EAB, Microsoft Office, Teams and Google suite.
Prior experience at a college or university is preferred.
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
As required
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
CLS_4542P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
06/25/2026
Job Close Date
07/09/2026
Open Until Filled
Agency Website
https://www.brightpoint.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
All full-time classified employees new to the Commonwealth of Virginia will serve a 12-month probationary period.
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/97523
