PT Student Engagement and Retention Specialist

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• Working Title:
  
  PT Student Engagement and Retention Specialist
• Role
  
  Title:
  
  Education Support Spec III
• Role Code: 29144-SW
• FLSA:
  Nonexempt
• Pay Band: 04
• Position Number: 294W0144
• Agency:
  Southwest Virginia Community College
• Division:
  Southwest Virginia Community College (Div)
• Work Location:
  
  Tazewell - 185
• Hiring Range: $21.99 - $23 per hour
• Emergency/Essential Personnel:
  No
• EEO Category: 6-Administrative Support
• 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:
  
  Up to 29 hours per week. Hours may include day, evenings, and weekends.
• Sensitive Position:
  No

Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career‑training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, Southwest offers associate’s degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four‑year university.

Southwest also has associate’s degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.

The Student Engagement and Retention Specialist is a part‑time position dedicated to increasing student success, sense of belonging, and persistence through proactive outreach, early intervention, and student engagement initiatives. This role supports student retention efforts by identifying and assisting at‑risk students while also leading key engagement activities that foster connection to the institution, including the annual Back‑to‑School Bash, Welcome Tents, and End‑of‑Year Student Celebration.

Back‑to‑School Bash Planning and Implementation Coordinate and lead planning efforts for the annual Back‑to‑School Bash. Collaborate with campus departments, student organizations, and community partners to develop event programming. Coordinate logistics including vendor communication, promotional activities, event schedules, and student participation. Assess event participation and student feedback to improve future engagement opportunities.

Welcome Tent Coordination Organize and staff Welcome Tents during the first week of each semester. Provide new and returning students with information regarding campus resources, services, and upcoming events. Serve as a visible and approachable point of contact to answer student questions and facilitate connections with support services. Coordinate volunteers and campus partners participating in Welcome Tent activities.

End‑of‑Year Student Celebration Plan and coordinate the annual End‑of‑Year Student Celebration recognizing student involvement, achievements, and persistence. Work collaboratively with Student Affairs and campus departments to develop event programming and recognition opportunities. Promote student participation and collect event assessment data to…