Education Support Specialist
Job in
Norfolk, Virginia, 23510, USA
Listed on 2026-06-11
Listing for:
Old Dominion University
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-11
Job specializations:
-
Education / Teaching
Education Administration, School Counselor, Educational Sales
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Posting Details
Working Title
Education Support Specialist
Position Number
01202A
Department
PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT
Location
Norfolk, VA
Type of Position
Classified
Type of Job
Full Time
EEO Category
F Administrative Support (Clerical & Sales)
Job Description
The position's main objective is to support engagement with undergraduate students to facilitate their success in the Department of Psychology. This position is responsible for responding to student requests and advising students in need of department, college, and university resources. Supports academic advising for Psychology majors. Manages data, communications, and/or marketing resources in support of the Department's undergraduate students and educational programs.
This position will monitor and report the success of these efforts.
Type of Recruitment
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Strong knowledge of effective customer service and problem resolution techniques.
Working knowledge of PC-related software Microsoft Office products and social media platforms.
Some technical skills to learn and use enterprise systems needed.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated time management and organizational skills.
Good interpersonal skills and ease in relating to people from varying educational, cultural, and social backgrounds.
Ability to provide a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse community for the student services office.
Ability to build a rapport with students; building trust, flexibility; and an empathetic, non-judgmental, and ethical approach with a diverse group of students.
Ability to evaluate a situation, pose solutions, and assist others in making decisions.
Ability to work independently, and ability to exercise judgment proactively to anticipate needs and problems associated with student advisement.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, make workflow decisions.
Demonstrated ability to produce documents using PC-based software such as Microsoft Office Suite to include the ability to enter and manipulate data and produce reports in spreadsheet software.
Demonstrated ability to creatively manage web site content and establish a social media presence for the undergraduate program.
Special licenses, registration or certification
None
Education or training
None
Level and type of experience
Some experience in providing support to students at the college level (i.e., student advising, financial aid, student affairs, etc.) Some experience in the educational process of enrollment, supporting and engaging with students representing a diverse population.
Basic experience in using professional electronic media (i.e., Instagram, Linked In, etc.) and enterprise software (Banner, Office 365 productivity tools such as, One Drive, SharePoint, People Admin).
Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)
N/A
Conditions of Employment
This is a fully on-site position requiring daily on-campus presence Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to ensure consistent and reliable support for students, faculty advisors, and departmental operations.
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Salary range between $ - $40,000 - $45,000
Posting Detail Information
Job
Requisition Number
S03288
Job Open To
General Public
Open Date
05/08/2026
Close Date
06/26/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
Please upload a resume, cover letter and professional references. In the "Other Documents" field, please upload a copy of your undergraduate transcripts.
Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
College Home Page
https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./sci
Department Home Page
https:///advising
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran…
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