Workforce Training Specialist

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Virginia Community College seeks a Workforce Training Specialist to provide administrative, logistical, and outreach support for its Workforce Solutions Office. The role divides time between office tasks, classroom/event coverage, and entry-level outreach to area employers.

The successful candidate will assist in drafting proposals, coordinating registrations, and supporting customized training portfolios while collaborating with the Workforce Training Coordinator.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from a regionally accredited institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in an administrative, customer-service, or sales/marketing support capacity.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Forms) and proficiency with, or strong aptitude for, artificial intelligence and data/dashboard tracking tools.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally and persuasively with the public and business contacts.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and project-management skills; ability to manage multiple diverse and complex projects concurrently.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse community and meet the needs of diverse student/adult/business populations.
• Availability for occasional evening/weekend hours and occasional overnight travel to support classes and events.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support to the Workforce Training Coordinator, including scheduling, registration assistance, custom training and instructor agreements, surveys, and records/dashboard tracking of outputs and outcomes; maintain electronic program files.
• Assist with building and refinement of the college’s business/employer database and industry clusters, and support continuous improvement initiatives in processes, systems, and technology use, as directed by the Coordinator.
• Provide on-site and off-site logistical and participant support for open-enrollment classes, assessments, special projects, and employer-site trainings, including during nontraditional (evening/weekend) hours and occasional overnight travel within and outside the region.
• Conduct entry-level outreach to area employers to introduce customized training and business services (credit, noncredit, distance learning, and referrals to other college departments and services); maintain employer contact records.
• Assist in drafting training proposals, quotes, outlines, and supportive documents under the direction and review of the Workforce Training Coordinator.
• Assist with development, editing, and distribution of marketing/outreach materials and promotional campaigns, and support special projects and departmental initiatives as assigned.
• Participate in relevant college committees as assigned.

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Administrative/customer-service experience

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Forms); AI/data dashboards

Professional communication with public/business contacts

Organizational/time-management/project-management

Diversity/suitable for diverse populations

Evening/weekend hours and travel availability

Job description

Working Title Workforce Training Specialist Role Title Prog Admin Specialist I Role Code 19211-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 04 Position Number 29201006 Agency Central Virginia Community College Division Central Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Lynchburg - 680 Hiring Range $47,500 to $54,000 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 6-Administrative Support Full Time or Part Time Full 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? No Work Schedule

Typically, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with periodic evening and weekend hours and occasional overnight travel (within and outside the region) required to support program administration and operations, classes, employer-site activities, and special college events.

This is a non-exempt position; overtime is compensated in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Sensitive Position No Job 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. The Workforce Solutions Office, part of the Professional & Career Studies Division, addresses the business and healthcare educational needs of employers, job seekers, and the community to enhance economic prosperity and quality of life throughout the Greater Lynchburg Region.

The Workforce Solutions Office at Central Virginia Community College seeks a motivated, service-oriented professional to serve as Workforce Training Specialist. This entry-level position provides administrative, operational, event, and business-development support to the Workforce Training Coordinator as the department’s customized and corporate training portfolio grows. The successful candidate will divide time between administrative/logistical support, classroom and event coverage, and entry-level outreach to area employers.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support to the Workforce Training Coordinator, including scheduling, registration assistance, custom training and instructor agreements, surveys, and records/dashboard tracking of outputs and outcomes; maintain electronic program files.
• Assist with building and refinement of the college’s business/employer database and industry clusters, and support continuous improvement initiatives in processes, systems, and technology use, as directed by the Coordinator.
• Provide on-site and off-site logistical and participant support for open-enrollment classes, assessments, special projects, and employer-site trainings, including during nontraditional (evening/weekend) hours and occasional overnight travel within and outside the region.
• Conduct entry-level outreach to area employers to introduce customized training and business services (credit, noncredit, distance learning, and referrals to other college departments and services); maintain employer contact records.
• Assist in drafting training proposals, quotes, outlines, and supportive documents under the direction and review of the Workforce Training Coordinator.
• Assist with development, editing, and distribution of marketing/outreach materials and promotional campaigns, and support special projects and departmental initiatives as assigned.
• Participate in relevant college committees as assigned.

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

• Associate degree from a regionally accredited institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in an administrative, customer-service, or sales/marketing support capacity.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Forms) and proficiency with, or strong aptitude for, artificial intelligence and data/dashboard tracking tools.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally and persuasively with the public and business contacts.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and project-management skills; ability to manage multiple diverse and complex projects concurrently.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse community and meet the needs of diverse student/adult/business populations.
• Availability for occasional evening/weekend hours and occasional overnight travel to support classes and events.

Additional Considerations

• Prior experience supporting workforce development, continuing education, or corporate training programs.
• Demonstrated interest or coursework in business development, marketing, or program administration.
• Experience with CRM or contact-tracking systems and strong proficiency in technology.

Operation of a State Vehicle

No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

Occasional

Posting Number

CLS_4804P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

1 Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

10/13/2026

Job Close Date

11/02/2026

Open Until Filled

Agency Website

https://centralvirginia.edu/

Contact Name

Angela Lollie

Email

[e-mail]

Phone Number

434-832-6578

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

Additional Information

This position offers a defined path for growth as the department’s business services and corporate/customized training activity expands. As independent outreach, proposal development, and account management responsibilities increase, the position may be considered for advancement to Program Administration Specialist II (Pay Band 05), based on demonstrated performance and department need.

Telework Option

Limited – on-site presence required for classroom, events, and employer-facing support; telework subject to business needs and supervisor approval.

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/102087