What are the responsibilities and job description for the Domicile Specialist position at Tidewater Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
Domicile Specialist
Role Title
Education Support Spec II
Role Code
29143-SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
03
Position Number
295W0271
Agency
Tidewater Community College
Division
Tidewater Community College (Div)
Work Location
Virginia Beach - 810
Hiring Range
$16.83 per hour, part time
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
2-Professionals
Full Time or Part Time
Part 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
29 hours per week to be scheduled Monday through Friday between 10:00am and 5:00pm.
Some evening and weekend hours may be required during peak times.
Candidate should be able to work flexible schedules.
Some evening and weekend hours may be required during peak times.
Candidate should be able to work flexible schedules.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads – both students and employers – for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 25,000 students in 2024-25. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,399 graduates in 2024-2025, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 33% enrolled at TCC. TCC’s institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Position Summary:
The Part‑Time Domicile Specialist supports the Office of the College Registrar by reviewing and processing student residency applications to determine eligibility for in‑state tuition. This role ensures that all domicile decisions comply with state regulations and institutional policies. The specialist communicates with students to collect required documentation, explains residency requirements, and maintains accurate records of determinations. This position reports directly to the Domicile Manager.
Functional Responsibilities:
Functional Responsibilities:
- Review student applications and supporting documentation to determine eligibility for in‑state tuition in accordance with state regulations and college policy.
- Communicate with students to request additional documentation when needed and explain residency requirements in clear, accessible language.
- Process domicile determinations, reclassification requests, and appeals following established procedures and timelines
- Maintain accurate records of domicile decisions and ensure documentation meets “clear and convincing evidence” standards required by Virginia law.
- Provide guidance to students, parents, and staff regarding domicile rules, dependent vs. independent status, and one‑year residency requirements.
- Assist with training front‑line staff on domicile procedures and updates to state policy
- Collaborate with Admissions, Financial Aid, and Student Accounts to ensure consistent application of residency determinations.
- Uphold confidentiality and comply with FERPA and institutional policies.
- Support periodic audits or reviews of domicile files to ensure compliance.
- Assist with Domicile outreach communications
- Perform other assigned duties as needed
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
- Knowledge of residency/domicile regulations and ability to learn state policy.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to evaluate documentation objectively.
- Knowledge and ability to interpret, apply and communicate VCCS, FERPA, and college policies and procedures relate to admission, enrollment, and records.
- Excellent communication and customer‑service skills.
- Ability to organize and maintain files.
- Ability to work as a team member in a fast-paced environment
Additional Considerations
- Experience in The Office of the College Registrar
- Experience in Admissions and Enrollment Services
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
N/A
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
WGE_3531P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
10/28/2026
Job Close Date
11/23/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
TCC.EDU
Contact Name
Lizette White
Email
Jobs@tcc.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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