FastForward/G3 Career Coach

  • https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/86829
  • Rockbridge County, Virginia, United States
  • ADMIN-STUDENT SERV (Mountain Gateway)
  • Mountain Gateway Community College
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Title: FastForward/G3 Career Coach

Agency: Mountain Gateway Community College

Location: Rockbridge - 163

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: $21.25 to $23.50 an hour

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Additional Detail


Job Description:
Mountain Gateway Community College (MGCC) is a two-year public institution of higher education and one of 23 community colleges in Virginia. The college is supported by the Commonwealth of Virginia; the counties of Alleghany, Bath, Botetourt (northern portion) and Rockbridge; the cities of Buena Vista, Covington, and Lexington; and the town of Clifton Forge.  MGCC provides opportunities for the extension of knowledge, skills and personal enrichment in an environment that maintains high academic standards and respect for each individual. The college strives to keep programs and services financially and geographically accessible for all students.  Credit and non-credit courses are offered to meet life-long learning needs. On-site and distance learning options incorporate up-to-date technologies.

Are you passionate about helping students succeed and empowering individuals to achieve their career goals? We are seeking a dedicated FastForward/G3 Career Coach to join our team and make a meaningful difference in our community!

Why Apply?
- Enjoy flexible working hours that fit your lifestyle.
- Play a vital role in guiding students through workforce training, credentialing, and career placement
- Be part of a dynamic team committed to community development and student success

What You Will Do:
You will assist students interested in or enrolled in noncredit workforce training by providing personalized career and educational planning, helping with program admissions, financial aid, and credential completion. You will identify work-based learning opportunities, support job placement and retention efforts, and connect students to regional supportive services, including one-stop career centers. Your support will extend before, during, and after training to ensure students thrive in their career pathways.

Join Our Team as a FastForward/G3 Career and Credentials Coach!
Work Location: Mountain Gateway Community College Wilson Center, Buena Vista, VA
Schedule: Flexible Hours, 12 PM – 6 PM - Monday through Thursday


Minimum Qualifications:

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

  • Basic knowledge and experience in career assessment, action plan development, job search, resume writing, interview skills, and soft skills training
  • Ability to communicate effectively and build networks with workforce partners and employers
  • Familiarity with workforce development programs (e.g., WIOA, RVHI) and labor market information
  • Knowledge of student resources such as financial aid and supportive services
  • Strong listening, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, especially working with underserved populations
  • Experience with data systems, operations, Microsoft Office, and social media platforms

Additional Considerations:

N/A

 

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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