Assistant Director for Momentum Scholars

Piedmont Virginia Community College; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Wellness resources

Job summary

Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) seeks an Assistant Director for Momentum Scholars to lead a comprehensive student success initiative. The role oversees enrollment, scholarship eligibility, onboarding, and cohort programming, coordinating with multiple campus partners to ensure persistence and completion.

The position emphasizes data-informed practices, risk interventions, donor reporting, and program sustainability, with in-person duties and occasional flexible scheduling during

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in student success, advising, retention, enrollment management, scholarship administration, educational program management, or related areas.
• Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze and utilize data to inform decision-making and improve student outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and administration of the Momentum Scholars Promise Program.
• Manage admissions processes, eligibility verification, onboarding and scholarship award coordination.
• Develop onboarding and transition programming, orientation, advising coordination, and registration support.
• Coordinate cohort-based programming to promote student engagement and academic success.
• Monitor SAP, gateway course completion, and credit momentum milestones; intervene as needed.

Skills

Student success

Advising

Retention

Enrollment management

Scholarship administration

Program management

Data analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Tools

Student information systems

Microsoft Office

Data management tools

Job description

Assistant Director for Momentum Scholars

Working Title | Assistant Director for Momentum Scholars

Role Title |

Role Code |

FLSA | Exempt

Pay Band |

Position Number | 282GA001

Agency | Piedmont Virginia Community College

Division | Piedmont Virginia Community College (Div)

Work Location | Charlottesville - 540

Hiring Range | $73,000 - $75,000

Emergency/Essential Personnel | No

EEO Category | 2-Professionals

Full Time or Part Time | Full Time

Telework options |

Work Schedule | Primarily Monday through Friday with operational hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the possibility of a modified schedule in the summer, based on business needs. Nights and weekends, as needed to fulfill role responsibilities. This is a full-time exempt position providing services in-person.

Sensitive Position | No

Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a public, open-access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System whose main campus is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. As a comprehensive community college, PVCC provides quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities for residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson. For more information, please visit PVCC’s website. PVCC is recognized throughout the community and the Virginia Community College System for its exceptional faculty and staff, the quality of its programs and services, and the success of its students. PVCC employees demonstrate a commitment to student success, academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement through their work both inside and outside the classroom.

Position Title: Assistant Director for Momentum Scholars Program

Department: Student Affairs

Employment Type: Full-Time, Classified (Exempt)

Position PurposeThe Assistant Director for Momentum Scholars Program provides leadership and oversight for the PVCC Momentum Scholars Promise Program, a comprehensive student success initiative designed to increase college access, strengthen credit momentum, and improve student persistence and completion. Reporting to the Director of Opportunity, Success, and Achievement (DOSA), the Assistant Director manages all aspects of the program from enrollment through completion and supports student transfer or workforce transition. The Assistant Director serves as the primary administrator for the Momentum Scholars Program and is responsible for admissions processes, scholarship eligibility verification, onboarding, student support services, cohort programming, academic progress monitoring, and program assessment. The position works closely with Financial Aid, Advising, Outreach and Admissions, Institutional Research, Academic Affairs, Advancement and External Affairs and community partners to ensure successful program implementation and continuous improvement. The Assistant Director utilizes data-informed practices and proactive student support strategies to foster student engagement, academic achievement, and timely completion. The position also supports program sustainability through reporting, assessment, donor stewardship activities, and grant compliance efforts.

This is a restricted position and is contingent upon continued funding. A restricted appointment is an appointment to a position that is funded (10% or more) by non-State revenues such as gifts, grants, donations, and contracts or other sources of funding which are not continuing in nature. This position is funded by a 5-year grant.

Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide day-to-day leadership and administration of the Momentum Scholars Promise Program, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and student success goals. Manage the Momentum Scholars application process, including eligibility verification, student communication, onboarding requirements, and scholarship award coordination. Develop and implement comprehensive onboarding and transition programming, including orientation activities, summer engagement opportunities, advising coordination, and registration support. Serve as the primary point of contact for Momentum Scholars participants and their families throughout the student lifecycle. Coordinate and facilitate cohort-based programming designed to promote student engagement, belonging, leadership development, resilience, and academic success. Monitor student academic progress, enrollment status, satisfactory academic progress (SAP), gateway course completion, credit momentum milestones, and program participation requirements. Implement proactive interventions for students identified as academically or personally at risk, including the Non-Academic Needs Assessment, coordinating support services and referrals as appropriate. Collaborate with Career Services, Workforce Development, and academic divisions to help Momentum Scholars explore career pathways, engage in work-based learning opportunities, and successfully transition to employment, transfer, or continued education. Collaborate with Success Coaches, faculty, advisors, Financial Aid, Academic Affairs, and Workforce Development staff to ensure students receive coordinated support. Work with Financial Aid to manage scholarship eligibility and renewal processes, including verification of FAFSA completion, enrollment requirements, academic progress standards, and continued program participation. Coordinate the distribution and tracking of program stipends and other student support resources in collaboration with Financial Aid and Business Office staff. Maintain accurate program records and prepare reports related to student participation, retention, persistence, completion, and other key performance indicators. Work closely with Institutional Research to assess program effectiveness and evaluate outcomes related to access, retention, credit accumulation, gateway course completion, and credential attainment. Assist with the development of annual program reports, donor impact reports, grant reporting requirements, and presentations for college leadership, the Educational Foundation, and external stakeholders. Coordinate program marketing, communication, and outreach materials in collaboration with college communications staff. Represent the Momentum Scholars Program at campus, community, regional, and statewide events. Supervise part-time staff, peer mentors, or other program support personnel as assigned. Serve on college committees and perform other duties as assigned in support of student success initiatives.

Piedmont Community College 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
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuous learning programs
• Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs

Special AssignmentsMay 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 QualificationsDemonstrated experience in student success, advising, retention, enrollment management, scholarship administration, educational program management, or related areas. Experience coordinating programs, initiatives, or projects that support student achievement and completion. Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills. Ability to analyze and utilize data to inform decision-making and improve student outcomes. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to build collaborative relationships with students, families, faculty, staff, school partners, and community organizations. Demonstrated commitment to supporting students from a wide range of educational, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds. Proficiency with student information systems, Microsoft Office applications, and data management tools.

Additional ConsiderationsAdditional education in higher education, student affairs, counseling, education, public administration, social work, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Experience working in a community college or higher education environment. Experience administering scholarship, Promise, TRIO, student success, first-year experience, or retention-focused programs. Experience with cohort-based student programming and student engagement initiatives. Experience coordinating admissions and onboarding efforts regional partners. Experience with case management, success coaching, academic advising, or student support services. Experience preparing reports, assessments, grant documentation, or outcome evaluations. Knowledge of financial aid processes, FAFSA requirements, and student support resources. Experience working with donor-funded or grant-funded programs. Experience supervising staff, peer mentors, or student employees.

Operation of a State Vehicle | No

Supervises Employees | No

Required Travel | within college service area

Job Open Date | 10/16/2026

Job Close Date | 11/16/2026

Phone | [phone]

Email | [e-mail]

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.