Assistant Program Coordinator

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Prince George (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Richard Bland College is seeking an Assistant Program Coordinator in the Office of Research & Innovation. This 100% grant-funded role supports planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs, helping students connect with resources and navigate their college experience.

The position coordinates meetings, workshops, outreach activities, and data reporting, while collaborating with faculty, staff, and community partners to promote student success and program effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredit college/university.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, project management, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, coordinating, and implementing programs, projects, and special initiatives.
• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support for assigned programs.
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, orientations, outreach activities, and special events.
• Monitor project timelines, deliverables, and program effectiveness.
• Support program evaluation and continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain accurate participant, program, and activity records.
• Track engagement, outcomes, referrals, and participation data.
• Assist with preparing program, institutional, and grant-related reports.
• Support program assessment and compliance activities.
• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, administrators, community partners, and industry stakeholders.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Organizational and project mgmt

Time-management

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Title: Assistant Program Coordinator

State Role Title:Professional - Instructor

Hiring Range: $45,000 - $50,000 (Commensurate with Experience)

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Richard Bland College

Location:Richard Bland College

Agency Website:www.rbc.edu

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Richard Bland College (RBC) is a residential, two-year liberal arts transfer institution dedicated to preparing students for successful transfer to highly ranked colleges and universities. Often considered a hidden gem just beyond the Tri-Cities region, the College is set within a picturesque rural campus spanning more than 750 acres of wetlands, serene forests, and the state’s oldest and largest pecan grove.

Richard Bland College is seeking a motivated and student-focused professional to serve as an Assistant Program Coordinator within the Office of Research & Innovation. This 100% grant-funded position is currently funded through June 30, 2027. Continuation of the position beyond the current funding period is dependent upon the availability of future grant funding and/or other institutional funding sources.

The Assistant Program Coordinator supports the planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs and special initiatives while serving as a resource for students and program participants. The Assistant Program Coordinator plays a key role in helping students connect with resources, overcome barriers to success, and effectively navigate their college experience.

Key Responsibilities

Program Coordination & Administration

• Assist with planning, coordinating, and implementing programs, projects, and special initiatives.
• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support for assigned programs.
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, orientations, outreach activities, and special events.
• Monitor project timelines, deliverables, and program effectiveness.
• Support program evaluation and continuous improvement efforts.

Student Support & Engagement

• Serve as a primary point of contact for students and program participants.
• Assist students in identifying and addressing barriers that impact enrollment, participation, persistence, and completion.
• Promote awareness of campus resources and support services.
• Provide timely follow-up and maintain confidentiality when handling student information.

Outreach & Recruitment

• Participate in recruitment, outreach, and engagement activities.
• Represent the College and assigned programs at community and campus events.
• Assist with orientations, information sessions, and workshops.
• Develop clear and professional communications regarding program opportunities and deadlines.

Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain accurate participant, program, and activity records.
• Track engagement, outcomes, referrals, and participation data.
• Assist with preparing program, institutional, and grant-related reports.
• Support program assessment and compliance activities.

Collaboration & Partnerships

• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, administrators, community partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Assist with participant identification, enrollment, and program management activities.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships that support program success and student achievement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredit college/university.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively.
• Strong organizational, project management, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.

Additional Considerations

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredit college/university.
• Experience supporting grant-funded programs or initiatives.
• Experience with data tracking, documentation, student records, program reporting, or related administrative functions.
• Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional campus teams and community partners

RICHARD BLAND COLLEGE IS AN AA/EEO EMPLOYER – Richard Bland College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. In keeping with this policy, the College does not discriminate and makes no distinction in the admission of students, nor in any other of its official activities, based on race, color, national origin (ancestry), religion (creed), age, military service or veteran status, marital status, parental status, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, family medical history or genetic information, disability, any other status protected by law, or any other non-merit based factors. The college also prohibits sexual misconduct including sexual violence or harassment. All standards and policies governing college employment and student employment, recruitment, admissions, financial aid, and support programs are applied accordingly.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities act (ADA), RBC will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS: Final candidates are subject to a background investigation. The investigation may include: local agency checks; criminal record check; driving record; employment verification; verification of education; and other checks requested by the hiring authority related to the position.

LAYOFF POLICY: If you are a classified employee and have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must attach a copy of the card with your application prior to the job posting closing date.

ANNUAL FIRE AND SECURITY NOTIFICATION: The Annual Fire and Security Report(s) include campus security information, campus fire statistics, safety procedures, and provides statistics for criminal and disciplinary offenses. The report(s) are provided annually in compliance with the Clery Act and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA). Richard Bland College Annual Safety and Security report and the Annual Fire Safety report is available at: https://www.rbc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-Annual-Campus-Security-and-Fire-Safety-Report61.pdf . A hard copy of the Annual Security and Fire Safety reports and/or a copy of the Criminal Incident and Fire Incident Logs are maintained at the Department of Campus Safety & Police and will be provided upon request.

IN COMPLIANCE WITH EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY LAWS: Employees or prospective employees who believe they have witnessed or experienced discriminatory conditions or discriminatory acts related to RBC employment practices or inaccessible conditions should present their concerns to:

Chief Business Officer

Richard Bland College

Physical Address: Pecan Hall, Second Floor, 11301 Johnson Road, South Prince George, VA 23805

Telephone: [phone], extension 8603

Email: [e-mail]

IN COMPLIANCE WITH TITLE IX: Employees, prospective employees, student workers, or prospective student workers who believe they have witnessed or experienced discriminatory conditions or discriminatory acts related to RBC employment practices or insecure conditions that are inclusive of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, sexual harassment should present their concerns to either of the following:

Title IX Coordinator

Richard Bland College

Physical Address: Academic Innovation Center, 11301 Johnson Road, South Prince George, VA 23805

[e-mail] | 804-862-6100

Or,

Department of Education

Office of Civil Rights

400 Maryland Avenue, S.W.

Washington, DC 20202-1100

www.ed.gov

Contact Information

Name: Richard Bland College - Office of Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.