Student Success Coordinator, Upward Bound Program

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Virginia Community College Upward Bound Program is seeking an Education Support Specialist to provide a structure for students to succeed in high school, choose a career path, and enroll in college.

The role includes coordinating weekly meetings, recruiting participants, guiding FAFSA completion, and arranging college/career activities, with occasional evenings or weekends and some travel to multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling, education, or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and overnight travel.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to multiple sites using a personal or college owned vehicle.
• Willingness to transport students in college owned or rental vehicles on educational and cultural field trips.
• Excellent written communication skills, as demonstrated in applicant’s materials.
• Knowledge of college access and financial aid processes (e.g., FAFSA, scholarships).

Responsibilities

• Lead weekly Upward Bound meetings in target schools.
• Assist with completing grant objectives under USDOE Upward Bound grants.
• Recruitment and intake of program participants.
• Coordinate educational activities: course sequencing, FAFSA completion, tutoring, mentoring, and college/career planning.
• Plan and run events like Senior Seminar, Financial Aid Seminar, and SAT Prep Day.
• Support ASPIRE Summer Discovery Program or other summer courses.
• Assist with college and scholarship applications and essays.
• Maintain student records in FERPA-compliant systems.
• Contribute to APR and program reporting.
• Coordinate student activities, field trips, and college visits.
• Transport participants using college vehicles when required.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Flexible schedule

Valid driver’s license

Excellent written communication

Travel to multiple sites

Student transportation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in counseling, education, or related field

Job description

Southwest Virginia Community College Upward Bound Program is seeking an Education Support Specialist to provide a structure for students to succeed in high school, choose a career path, and enroll in college.

The role includes coordinating weekly meetings, recruiting participants, guiding FAFSA completion, and arranging college/career activities, with occasional evenings or weekends and some travel to multiple sites.