What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Director, Student Support Services position at Patrick & Henry Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
Project Director, Student Support Services
Role Title
Coordinator
Role Code
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
Position Number
285GA051
Agency
Patrick & Henry Community College
Agency/Division
Patrick & Henry Community College (Div)
Work Location
Martinsville - 690
Hiring Range
$75,000-$85,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel
Yes
EEO Category
A-Official or Administrator
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm schedule, but some evening or weekend hours may be required based on needs. Work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends as needed.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Patrick & Henry Community College is a comprehensive two-year institution committed to student success, lifelong learning, initiating an atmosphere of care via our caring campus model, and enrichment of the quality of life in the region it serves. Serving Martinsville, Henry County, Patrick County, and the southern portion of Franklin County, P&HCC is a comprehensive open-door institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree. Patrick & Henry offers 29 associate degree programs, 12 certificate programs and 38 career studies certificate programs. The college also delivers a variety of nontraditional programs such as customized workforce development training, industry-recognized certifications, developmental and transitional programs, and courses for personal enrichment.
Organizational Objective
P&HCC staff members work with a student population that reflects the population of Virginia. This work stands to ensure the economic mobility of all people in our service region. Knowledge and understanding of specific needs of all students and a commitment to helping each attain educational success are critical responsibilities of our institution. P&HCC continuously strives to provide students and staff with a positive environment that is welcoming and encourages connectivity through intentional behaviors that influence our campus culture and eliminates barriers to student success. Caring Campus is a collective effort to make students and employees feel welcome and connected to our college by instilling uplifting behaviors such as wearing name tags, warmly connecting students to necessary personnel, and openly engaging with students.
Purpose of Position:
TRIO Student Support Services (SSS), is a federally funded TRIO program, designed to increase the success rates of students, enhance the transfer rate of students, and foster an institutional climate supportive of success for low income and first generation college students as well as individuals with disabilities. This program serves 230 students at Patrick & Henry Community College. The Student Support Services (SSS) Director is a grant-funded position responsible for the oversight and direction of the SSS program, in accordance with the federal guidelines and regulations determined by the U.S. Department of Education. This role is responsible for developing, coordinating, and evaluating services that support the success, retention, and graduation of students from various backgrounds. The Director fosters a culture of student success through program development, collaborative partnerships, budget management, and strategic leadership. As a grant-funded position, it is contingent on availability of grant funds.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Organizational Objective
P&HCC staff members work with a student population that reflects the population of Virginia. This work stands to ensure the economic mobility of all people in our service region. Knowledge and understanding of specific needs of all students and a commitment to helping each attain educational success are critical responsibilities of our institution. P&HCC continuously strives to provide students and staff with a positive environment that is welcoming and encourages connectivity through intentional behaviors that influence our campus culture and eliminates barriers to student success. Caring Campus is a collective effort to make students and employees feel welcome and connected to our college by instilling uplifting behaviors such as wearing name tags, warmly connecting students to necessary personnel, and openly engaging with students.
Purpose of Position:
TRIO Student Support Services (SSS), is a federally funded TRIO program, designed to increase the success rates of students, enhance the transfer rate of students, and foster an institutional climate supportive of success for low income and first generation college students as well as individuals with disabilities. This program serves 230 students at Patrick & Henry Community College. The Student Support Services (SSS) Director is a grant-funded position responsible for the oversight and direction of the SSS program, in accordance with the federal guidelines and regulations determined by the U.S. Department of Education. This role is responsible for developing, coordinating, and evaluating services that support the success, retention, and graduation of students from various backgrounds. The Director fosters a culture of student success through program development, collaborative partnerships, budget management, and strategic leadership. As a grant-funded position, it is contingent on availability of grant funds.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provides administrative leadership, direction, and day-to-day coordination for all aspects of the TRIO Student Support Services program and ensures compliance with federal regulations, grant requirements and P&HCC policies and procedures.
- Hire, train, and supervise all project personnel and provide ongoing and annual evaluation of program staff.
- Develops, implements, and assesses programs and services to support first-generation, low-income, and students with disabilities.
- Develop, implement, monitor and revise the program budget in accordance with federal, state and college guidelines.
- Demonstrates fiscal responsibility by planning and accounting for all program expenditures, and preparing all federal proposals, narratives and fiscal reports.
- Establish, monitor and evaluate Student Support Services program goals and objectives and guide efforts of all staff in achieving goals and objectives.
- Ensures program compliance with federal regulations and institutional policies.
- Corresponds in a timely manner with the designated Program Officer through the U.S. Department of Education.
- Prepares and ensures accuracy and submits annual performance reports (APR) and other required data to the U.S. Department of Education and the college.
- Reviews and evaluates program documentation, maintains accurate records, and ensures confidentiality.
- Maintain student caseload of SSS program participants offering academic advising, developing.
- Prepares and ensures accuracy and submits annual performance reports (APR) and other required data to the U.S. Department of Education and the college.
- Reviews and evaluates program documentation, maintains accurate records, and ensures confidentiality.
- Maintain student caseload of SSS program participants offering academic advising, developing individualized student development plans, and monitor academic progress.
- Uses data to guide programmatic adjustments and improvements.
- Coordinates assessment plans and updates program outcomes regularly.
- Collaborates with community and campus partners including, but not limited to, Academic Advising, Admissions, Accessibility Services, Financial Aid, and Career Services.
- Attend state, regional and national conferences and training regarding Student Support Services programs.
- Coordinates grant writing activities and supports additional funding efforts.
- Serves as a visible leader and resource for institutional initiatives related to student access, persistence, and success.
- Stays informed of national best practices, emerging trends, and policy changes affecting TRIO Student Support Services.
- Other job-related duties 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
- Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, sociology, or related area.
- Demonstrated organizational, leadership and supervision skills.
- Prior experience in supervisory position(s)
- Previous grant experience in program administration and fiscal management; in preparing reports and analyzing data.
- Prior experience in academic advising, counseling, or case management of disadvantaged populations with a focus on retention and success in higher education.
- Prior experience in student services, design of programs, or related area.
- Knowledge of career development, academic advising, and student development models.
Additional Considerations
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
Yes
Required Travel
None.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
FAC_1742P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
10/02/2025
Job Close Date
11/02/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
Contact Name
Kierra Stockton
Email
kstockton@patrickhenry.edu
Phone Number
(276) 656-0203
Special Instructions to Applicants
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.
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000
