Student Activities Coordinator (00203)

Posting Summary Working Title:
Student Activities Coordinator (00203)

Role Title:
Education Support Spec III

Role Code:
29144-SW

FLSA:
Exempt

Pay Band:
04

Position Number:
29000203

Agency:
Brightpoint Community College

Division:
Brightpoint Community College (Div)

Work Location:
Chesterfield - 041

Hiring Range:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Emergency/Essential Personnel:
No

EEO Category:
2-Professionals

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:
Monday Friday, 8:00am 5:00pm, as needed

Sensitive Position:
No

Job Description: Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is one of the largest of Virginias 23 community colleges. The college is located within the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. It serves students and the community at its two campuses, in Chester and Midlothian; online; and in locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community Colleges mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality. It envisions a success story for every student.

Brightpoint Community College offers a robust benefits package , including:

• State of Virginia employee benefits
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Virginia Retirement System ( VRS ) participation
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays
• Remote work flexibility , depending on role and departmental needs
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuous learning programs
• Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs

Brightpoint Community College invites applications for a Student Activities Coordinator who will plan, develop, and manage a comprehensive student activities program that promotes student engagement, community development, educational programming, and student leadership. This position enhances the student experience and supports student success by coordinating events, advising student organizations, and fostering meaningful opportunities for involvement across the Colleges service region.

Key responsibilities include:

• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate a diverse range of student activities, events, and programs that support student engagement and success
• Develop and maintain an annual student activities calendar and implement targeted marketing strategies to promote participation
• Manage event logistics including scheduling, staffing, budgeting, and compliance with institutional policies and risk management procedures
• Supervise student activities staff, including student workers and part time staff, through hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management
• Advise and support student clubs, organizations, and the Student Government Association to promote leadership development and ensure compliance with college policies
• Assist in the development and oversight of program budgets and maintain accurate records related to programming, participation, and assessment
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to deliver co-curricular programming and support college wide initiatives.

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:
Required:

• Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Experience planning, coordinating, and implementing events, programs, or student activities
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate complex activities
• Ability to work with a diverse student population and foster student engagement and leadership development
• Ability to work at both campuses and travel within the Colleges service region
• Successful completion and passing of a background check.

Additional Considerations:

• Experience working in higher education, student activities, or student affairs
• Experience advising student organizations, student government, or leadership programs

Operation of a State Vehicle:
No

Supervises Employees:
Yes

Required Travel:
As required

Posting Detail Information Posting Number:
CLS_4426P

Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

Number of Vacancies:
1

Position End Date (if temporary):

Job Open Date:
04/30/2026

Job Close Date:
06/30/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

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Special Instructions to Applicants:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealths 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: or call DARS at ..., or DBVI at ...

Additional Information:
Position is open until filled. Application review will begin May 18, 2026.

All full-time classified employees new to the Commonwealth of Virginia will serve a 12-month probationary period.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer:

The selected candidates 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 Commonwealths Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:

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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