Student Engagement Specialist

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College; Richmond (VA); In loco; USD 24.000 - 34.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College is seeking a part-time Student Engagement Specialist to support a welcoming campus environment and promote student growth and retention. The role coordinates engagement activities, mascot program, communications, and events, with responsibilities spanning scheduling, training, and procurement.

The position emphasizes collaboration with staff, use of technology for operations, and ongoing professional development to enhance student participation and success.

Competenze

• Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional, student-centered customer service to individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills; ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to coordinate student engagement activities and programs, including scheduling, logistics, participant communications, and follow-up.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; experience preparing, editing, and proofreading student communications and promotional materials.
• Proficiency in using computers, Microsoft Office applications, spreadsheets, and digital communication tools.
• Ability to follow procurement procedures, maintain records, and track purchases and program participation.
• Ability to interpret policies, maintain confidentiality, and report safety concerns.
• Demonstrated ability to establish positive working relationships and work independently and with others.

Mansioni

• Coordinate student engagement activities, including scheduling, logistics, and participant communications.
• Support mascot program, office and gym operations, and event planning.
• Prepare student communications and promotional materials; process purchases per procedures; maintain records.
• Collaborate with college staff and utilize technology to support departmental operations.
• Participate in professional development to improve services and participation.

Conoscenze

Student engagement coordination

Customer service

Time management

Communication

Office software

Procurement/purchasing

Record keeping

Team collaboration

Formazione

College coursework in communications/marketing/education

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Spreadsheets

Digital communication tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Student Engagement Specialist

Posting Details

• Working Title | Student Engagement Specialist
• Role Title | Education Support Spec II
• Role Code | 29143-SW
• FLSA | Nonexempt
• Pay Band | 03
• Position Number | 283W1084
• Agency | J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
• Division | J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)
• Work Location | Henrico - 087
• Hiring Range | $20.70/hour
• Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
• EEO Category | N-No EEO-4 Reporting
• Full Time or Part Time | Part 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 | Wage employees are eligible to work 29 hours per week or less not to exceed 1,500 annually. This position is funded at approximately 1,000 hours. Actual work hours will be dependent upon college needs.
• Sensitive Position | No

Job Description

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to ensuring that we hire and retain a highly skilled, diverse, and culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

The Student Engagement Specialist provides exceptional, student-centered customer service and supports a welcoming and inclusive campus environment that promotes student growth, well-being, and belonging. The position coordinates assigned student engagement activities, communications, marketing initiatives, and programs, including the Student Challenge Initiative and the college’s mascot program. Responsibilities include coordinating mascot performer recruitment, training, scheduling, and appearances; supporting office and gym operations; preparing student communications and promotional materials; processing purchases in accordance with established procurement procedures; and maintaining accurate program and purchasing records. The position also assists with planning and implementing student engagement events and activities, collaborates with college staff, utilizes technology to support departmental operations, and participates in professional development and training to enhance services and promote student participation, success, and retention.

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Required Qualifications) Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional, student-centered customer service to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and meet established deadlines. Ability to coordinate student engagement activities and programs, including scheduling, logistics, participant communications, and follow-up. Effective oral and written communication skills, including experience preparing, editing, and proofreading student communications and promotional materials. Proficiency in using computers, Microsoft Office applications, spreadsheets, and digital communication tools. Ability to follow established purchasing and procurement procedures, maintain accurate records, and track purchases, inventory, and program participation. Ability to interpret and apply established policies and procedures, maintain confidentiality, and identify and report safety concerns. Demonstrated ability to establish positive working relationships and work independently and collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and other constituents.

Additional Considerations

College coursework in communications, marketing, education, human services, or a related field is preferred. Relevant experience in customer service, communications, program support, or administrative operations is preferred. Experience working in a college or university environment is also preferred.

Operation of a State Vehicle

No

Supervises Employees

No

Required Travel

As needed betwee college campuses and to college events.

Posting Detail Information

• Posting Number | WGE_3541P
• Recruitment Type | General Public - G
• Number of Vacancies | 1
• Position End Date (if temporary) |
• Job Open Date | 10/30/2026
• Job Close Date | 11/15/2026
• Open Until Filled | Yes
• Agency Website | www.reynolds.edu
• Contact Name |
• Email | [e-mail]
• 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

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/102714

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Alternative Hiring Process Letter

Contact Details

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• [e-mail]