Program Coordinator of Amherst Center

Central Virginia Community College; Amherst (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Virginia Community College seeks a dynamic Program Coordinator/Director to manage the Amherst Center operations and lead the Amherst County Early College Program. You will coordinate academic programming, student services, and dual enrollment while fostering partnerships with local schools and the community.

Day, evening, and weekend hours may be required. You will work with college administrators, faculty, staff, and families to support student success, expand educational opportunities,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, leadership, or related field.
• Experience coordinating educational programs and student services.
• Ability to collaborate with K-12 and higher education partners.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience planning programs, outreach, and student activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to analyze information, prepare reports, and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the CVCC Amherst Center.
• Coordinate Amherst County Early College Program components.
• Collaborate with school and college partners to deliver courses and support services.
• Direct student services access: admissions, advising, financial aid, accessibility.
• Assist students and families with requirements, pathways, and transfers.
• Monitor progress and address barriers to student success.
• Coordinate orientation, information sessions, and student recognition events.
• Collect and analyze program data; prepare enrollment and outcomes reports.
• Promote CVCC programs to prospective students and communities.
• Assist with budgeting and administrative operations; supervise staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Microsoft 365

Excel

Data analysis

Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Program Coordinator of Amherst Center

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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 Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx , or call DARS at 800- 552-5019.

Job Details

Working Title | Program Coordinator of Amherst Center

Role Title | Community College Prog Coord

Role Code | 89443-SW

FLSA | Nonexempt

Pay Band | UG

Position Number | 292W0104

Agency | Central Virginia Community College

Division | Central Virginia Community College (Div)

Work Location | Amherst - 009

Hiring Range | $32 - $36 per hour

Emergency/Essential Personnel | No

EEO Category | 2-Professionals

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? | No

Work Schedule | Part-time position. Typically Monday- Friday, limited to 29 hours per week. Position reports to Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Services.

Sensitive Position | No

Description

Central Virginia Community College is located in Lynchburg, Virginia, in view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. CVCC is a comprehensive two-year institution of higher education with an enrollment of approximately 5,000 students in occupational/technical programs and university-parallel/college transfer programs.

Central Virginia Community College (CVCC) seeks a dynamic Program Coordinator/Director to oversee the daily operations of the CVCC Amherst Off-site Center and serve as the primary administrator for the Amherst County Early College Program. This position coordinates academic programming, student support services, and dual enrollment initiatives while fostering strong partnerships between CVCC and the Amherst community. The Program Coordinator/Director works collaboratively with college administrators, faculty, staff, school division leaders, counselors, teachers, students, and families to support student success, expand educational opportunities, and ensure the effective operation of the Early College Program. The position serves as a key liaison between the college and local public schools, promoting seamless transitions from high school to post-secondary education. This position may require day, evening, and occasional weekend hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of the CVCC Amherst Center.
• Administer and coordinate the Amherst County Early College Program, including student recruitment, enrollment, retention, and completion activities.
• Collaborate with school administrators, counselors, teachers, and college personnel to ensure effective delivery of college courses and student support services.
• Coordinate student services and facilitate access to admissions, registration, advising, financial aid, accessibility services, and other college resources for Early College.
• Assist students and families in understanding program requirements, academic pathways, transfer opportunities, and college expectations.
• Monitor student academic progress and work collaboratively with school and college personnel to identify and address barriers to student success.
• Coordinate orientation sessions, informational meetings, student recognition events, and other activities that support student engagement and program participation.
• Collect, maintain, and analyze program data and prepare reports related to enrollment, retention, completion, and student outcomes.
• Promote awareness of CVCC programs through targeted outreach and communication with prospective students, families, and school personnel.
• Monitor resources and assist with budget planning and management for center and program activities.
• Provide excellent customer service to students, parents, school personnel, faculty, and community stakeholders.
• Supervise and support staff, instructors, and program personnel as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the college’s mission and strategic goals.

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

• Bachelor’s degree in education, educational leadership, higher education administration, student affairs, business administration, public administration, or a related field.
• Experience coordinating educational programs, student services, dual enrollment initiatives, or academic support programs.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with K-12 and higher education partners.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Experience planning and coordinating educational programs, student activities, or outreach efforts.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and other collaboration tools.
• Ability to analyze information, prepare reports, and maintain accurate records.

Additional Considerations

• Master’s degree in education, educational leadership, higher education administration, student affairs, or a related field.
• Experience in higher education or K-12 administration.
• Experience working with dual enrollment, early college, concurrent enrollment, or K-12/higher education partnerships.
• Experience with student success initiatives, academic program coordination, and educational outreach.
• Experience with data collection, reporting, and program assessment.
• Experience with budgeting and administrative operations.

Operation of a State Vehicle | No

Supervises Employees | Yes

Required Travel | Minimal

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number | WGE_3497P

Recruitment Type | General Public - G

Number of Vacancies | 1

Position End Date (if temporary) |

Job Open Date | 10/05/2026

Job Close Date | 10/19/2026

Open Until Filled |

Agency Website | Click Here for Agency Website

Contact Name | Randall Franklin

Email | [e-mail]

Phone Number | 434-832-7739

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/101900

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

1. Unofficial Transcripts
2. Other Document
3. Alternative Hiring Process Letter