Virginia Western Community College is accepting applications for an Education Support Specialist III (Onboarding Specialist) to work in Student Services.
As a critical position in the Recruitment Department, this role engages in outreach activities. Recruiters engage with students in the local high schools, adult learners, and the community at large. Recruiters advise prospective students and their supporters about the academic and career opportunities available through Virginia Western’s degree, certificate, and Workforce credential programs. Recruiters also advise students on available financial assistance and scholarship opportunities available to support enrollment. This includes the Community College Access Program (CCAP), federal and state financial aid, and grant funding. This position serves as a direct support to CCAP candidates and school counselors by communicating the program purpose, requirements and application process. This position will assist the Recruitment Coordinator with scheduling and executing on-campus, off-campus and online events, such as open houses, information sessions, and student orientations. This position will serve high school students, adults, and all other non-traditional learners through relevant recruitment efforts and experiences. Recruiters will also participate in enrollment campaigns to engage special populations including prospective, current, and former students.

This position utilizes various technology platforms such as the online application for admission, the student information system, the online scholarship application platform, online orientation system, and Navigate.