Director of Business Engagement and Career Services
Apply NowCompany: Northern VA Community College
Location: Richmond, VA 23223
Description:
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title
Director of Business Engagement and Career Services
Role Title
12 month - Administrative - In
Role Code
01123-FP
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
00
Position Number
280FA017
Agency
Northern VA Community College
Agency/Division
NV280-VP Workforce Development
Work Location
Fairfax County - 059
Hiring Range
Hiring range is $100,000 to $125,000. Starting salary is commensurate as based on experience, education and other appropriately related qualifications within the specified hiring range.
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
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-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Work schedule is Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with occasional
weekends.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
General Description: The Director of Business Engagement and Career Services engages local businesses in Northern Virginia to build and enhance regional talent pipelines that meet sector hiring and development needs while increasing career awareness and career opportunities. Increase career awareness and job opportunities for NOVA students. The Director establishes and maintains on-going relationships with various college departments, college leadership and regional employers. The Director collaborates with national and regional partners to position Northern Virginia as the global leader in talent development. This position reports directly to the Vice President of Strategy, Research and Workforce Innovation.
Duties and Tasks:
Employees must reside in DC, Maryland or Virginia.
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
KSAs:
Required Qualifications:
Additional Considerations
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
Yes
Required Travel
n/a
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
FAC_1611P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
04/09/2025
Job Close Date
05/09/2025
Open Until Filled
Agency Website
www.nvcc.edu
Contact Name
Email
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.
At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA.
NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.
We strive to ensure our employees have the tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA's mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu.
The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA's Annual Security Reports.
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.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/84107
Posting Summary
Working Title
Director of Business Engagement and Career Services
Role Title
12 month - Administrative - In
Role Code
01123-FP
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
00
Position Number
280FA017
Agency
Northern VA Community College
Agency/Division
NV280-VP Workforce Development
Work Location
Fairfax County - 059
Hiring Range
Hiring range is $100,000 to $125,000. Starting salary is commensurate as based on experience, education and other appropriately related qualifications within the specified hiring range.
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
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-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Work schedule is Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with occasional
weekends.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
General Description: The Director of Business Engagement and Career Services engages local businesses in Northern Virginia to build and enhance regional talent pipelines that meet sector hiring and development needs while increasing career awareness and career opportunities. Increase career awareness and job opportunities for NOVA students. The Director establishes and maintains on-going relationships with various college departments, college leadership and regional employers. The Director collaborates with national and regional partners to position Northern Virginia as the global leader in talent development. This position reports directly to the Vice President of Strategy, Research and Workforce Innovation.
Duties and Tasks:
- Oversee college-wide career services and employer engagement opportunities that will lead to job and internships postings.
- Oversee the Business Engagement Center, NOVA's central point of access for employers and other community partners.
- Develop and execute the college's career services strategy while dramatically enhancing the college's employer partnerships for credit and non-credit students.
- Serve as the point person for the division's effort to build a first of its kind talent guarantee to assist employers searching for and growing local talent in high demand areas.
- Collaborate with college-wide and community-wide partners.
- Develop and deliver results/metrics, which are critical to the success of this role.
- Supervise a team of professionals.
- Make regular requests from employees for updates and input on college decisions and share feedback with supervisors for inclusion in the NOVA Brief.
Employees must reside in DC, Maryland or Virginia.
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
KSAs:
- Knowledge of how employers source and hire talent
- Knowledge of college career services and student career advising modes
- Skilled in forming effective partnerships and collaborations across diverse stakeholders
- Skilled in interpersonal communication and conflict resolution
- Skilled in management, budgeting, and operational procedures as well as able to lead the effective use of information technology for administrative and instructional purposes
- Ability to synthesize complex information and present to varied audiences
- Ability to analyze and make sound, informed, and well-considered recommendations on complex issues
- Ability to plan and manage multiple budgets
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a diverse workforce
- Ability to maintain confidentiality on individual student and personnel matters
- Ability to maintain and meet deadlines and deliver high quality work product when managing multiple projects
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and build consensus to achieve institutional goals
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree awarded by a regionally accredited college or university.
- Significant administrative experience with progressive responsibilities in a community college and/or university setting.
- Experience in career services or student development within a higher education environment.
- Proven ability to develop and manage external partnerships, including employers, donors, and government agencies.
- Strong analytical skills, with experience using data and evidence to inform decision-making.
- Commitment to the community college mission and its role in workforce and economic development.
- Demonstrated dedication to ensuring access and positive outcomes for all students.
Additional Considerations
- Experience in designing and implementing career development strategies to support diverse student populations.
- Ability to lead and inspire teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and student-centered service.
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
Yes
Required Travel
n/a
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
FAC_1611P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
04/09/2025
Job Close Date
05/09/2025
Open Until Filled
Agency Website
www.nvcc.edu
Contact Name
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.
At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA.
NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.
We strive to ensure our employees have the tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA's mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu.
The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA's Annual Security Reports.
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.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/84107