Associate Director, Scholar Support

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech in Blacksburg seeks an Associate Director to provide programmatic and individualized support to undergraduate scholarship recipients within the Virginia Tech Advantage program. The role focuses on guiding students toward timely graduation and aligns with broader student success goals.

The Associate Director will supervise two graduate assistants, coordinate onboarding and development, and partner with University Scholarships and Financial Aid to offer a holistic student experience

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Extensive experience working with undergraduate students from a broad range of backgrounds.
• Experience in community development and program management with knowledge of student success and college access.
• Ability to plan and implement educational programs in a higher education setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with students, staff, and faculty.
• Advanced computer skills involving databases, spreadsheets, word processing, and web-based communications.

Responsibilities

• Provide programmatic and individualized support to undergraduate scholarship recipients within the Virginia Tech Advantage program.
• Supervise two graduate assistants handling onboarding, training, and ongoing development.
• Collaborate with University Scholarships and Financial Aid to deliver a holistic student experience.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Program management

Student development theory

Data/tech skills

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Databases

Spreadsheets

Banner

EAB

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Scholar Support, the Associate Director provides programmatic and individualized support to undergraduate students who are recipients of university scholarships, with specific responsibilities within the Virginia Tech Advantage scholarship program. The shared goal of the program is to guide scholarship recipients to participate fully in the opportunities afforded in the Virginia Tech undergraduate experience while progressing to a timely graduation.

The Associate Director serves as a supervisor for two graduate assistants who provide direct services to students in the Virginia Tech Advantage program. This includes onboarding, training, and continued professional development in the role of supporting students in the Virginia Tech Advantage program. The Associate Director alongside the Director will cultivate a strong working relationship with University Scholarships and Financial Aid (USFA) to provide a holistic experience to students in Virginia Tech Advantage.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Extensive experience working with undergraduate students from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.
• Experience in community development and program management with a demonstrated knowledge and understanding of student success and college access issues.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement educational and informational programs in a higher education setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills in order to communicate and collaborate effectively with a broad range of constituencies including students, staff, and faculty.
• Have a working knowledge of student development theory, student success best practices, and tailored programming for students. Advanced computer skills involving databases, spreadsheets, word processing, web based interactive communications, social media and/or other applications utilizing software applicable to function.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding complex organizational structures, including student success.
• Experience in building professional partnerships with university departments, student groups, and community partners.
• Prior experience working with financial aid, banner, and other student progress monitoring software such as EAB
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• Familiarity with available campus and community resources and help students navigate these resources.

Pay Band

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Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

68,000

Hours per week

40

Review Date

August 17th, 2026

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands‑on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem‑solvers. A comprehensive land‑grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact (Jamiece Hollimion) at ([e-mail]) during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.