What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time High School Career & College Navigator-Surry County, Sussex Central & Charles City County High Schools position at Brightpoint Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
Part-time High School Career & College Navigator-Surry County, Sussex Central & Charles City County High Schools
Role Title
Education Support Spec II
Role Code
29143-SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
03
Position Number
290W0615
Agency
Brightpoint Community College
Division
Brightpoint Community College (Div)
Work Location
Chesterfield - 041
Hiring Range
$26.99 Hourly
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
5-Paraprofessionals
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
Must be able to work a somewhat flexible schedule that includes some evenings and weekends; up to 29 hours per week including summer months.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is one of the largest of Virginia’s 23 community colleges. The college is located within the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. It serves students and the community at its two campuses, in Chester and Midlothian; online; and in locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community College’s mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality. It envisions a success story for every student.
Brightpoint Community College invites applications for a part-time High School Career and College Navigator (High School Navigator) position serving Charles City, Sussex Central, and Surry County high schools. The High School Navigator works with students (regardless of their intention to attend Brightpoint) individually and in small groups to determine career interests using tools such as O*Net and Virginia Wizard; they assist students with college applications, completion of FAFSA forms, writing resumes, and other college and career steps. They also present career related presentations in classrooms and at school events. For students choosing to attend Brightpoint, the High School Navigator acts as their Brightpoint New Student Navigator and helps the student with all application, admissions, and financial aid steps, including advising students about college major and helping with first semester course registration. Additional responsibilities may include organizing related school activities, organizing and attending college programs and workshops, and representing Brightpoint Community College at local community events and school related functions.
Work Schedule & Location:
- During the School Year: Navigators work 15-20 hours per week, split across three assigned high schools on a consistent weekly schedule. Specifically: 1) Minimum of 5 hours per day, 1 day per week at each high school, 2) Total of 3 days per week spent in-person at a school site, 3) All school-based hours occur between 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4) Some evening and weekend hours are required.
- During the Summer: Navigators work an average of 15 hours per week, with a portion of those hours spent on the Brightpoint campus.
- Required Events (School Year & Summer): Navigators must attend at least one evening Brightpoint Open House in late March and three evening New Student Orientations in July and August.
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
Excellent interpersonal, communication, time management, and organizational skills required. Ability to use technology to support department goals and objectives. Must be able to work at your assigned high schools within Brightpoint’s service region, at both of Brightpoint’s campuses, and virtually from home. Occasional travel within the college’s service region may be needed. Must be able to work some evenings and weekends. Must be able to work with high school students, parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators. Successful completion and passing of a criminal background check will be required.
Additional Considerations
Knowledge of database management and career coaching/college admissions best practices.
Prior experience with secondary school counseling, career planning, or higher education counseling/recruiting.
Prior experience with secondary school counseling, career planning, or higher education counseling/recruiting.
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Occasional travel within the college’s service region and between campuses may be needed.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
WGE_3453P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
Multiple
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
09/14/2026
Job Close Date
12/31/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Agency Website
Contact Name
Cassandra Davidson
Email
cdavidson@brightpoint.edu
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:
Additional Information
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.
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