GEAR UP Virginia Regional Manager (00099)

Title: GEAR UP Virginia Regional Manager (00099)

State Role Title:Education Support Spec III

Hiring Range: $54000 - $66000

Pay Band: 4

Agency: State Council of Higher Educ

Location:State Council of Higher Educ

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) invites applications for the position of GEAR UP Virginia Regional Manager. This position supports the implementation of the U.S. Department of Educations Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) grant which serves more than 8000 students in 20 high schools across 12 school divisions.

Regional Managers serve as the primary liaison between the GEAR UP Virginia central office and their assigned partner school divisions. They provide guidance training and technical assistance to help schools plan and implement activities that prepare students for postsecondary education and career success. Regional Managers also help cultivate a local college-going culture by supporting schools in developing strategies that increase access and readiness for students and families. Each manager travels regularly within
their assigned divisions to provide on-site support and monitor progress.

This position is ideal for someone who cares deeply about students and families understands the barriers that affect postsecondary access and wants to help school divisions strengthen systems that promote student preparation and success. Regional Managers work independently to coordinate and oversee GEAR UP implementation ensuring that local activities are responsive to student needs compliant with programrequirements and aligned with statewide goals.

In addition to supporting their assigned divisions each Regional Manager leads one specialty area such as supporting students with disabilities family engagement or summer programming. They collaborate with colleagues to strengthen statewide coordination and contribute to ongoing efforts to improve college readiness and postsecondary outcomes for all students.

Core responsibilities include:
Build and maintain strong relationships with school and division leaders serving as their primary point of contact for all aspects of GEAR UP Virginia.
Support schools in developing and implementing annual Implementation Plans that align with grant objectives and performance measures.
Serve as a local resource on college access by sharing strategies materials and professional development that help schools strengthen their college-going culture.
Provide ideas and guidance to help schools expand postsecondary opportunities for students and families.
Monitor and support student-focused programming such as mentoring tutoring college visits summer experiences and family engagement activities.
Track school progress toward project objectives monitor student outcomes and review expenditures to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.
Lead one statewide specialty area (such as family engagement support for students with disabilities or financial aid) and contribute to broader college access initiatives across Virginia.
Represent GEAR UP Virginia at regional and statewide meetings trainings and events and share effective practices with other partners.

The Regional Manager reports to the GEAR UP Virginia Project Director and works full-time MondayFriday with flexibility for telework and alternate schedules. Frequent day travel (2-3 days/week) and occasional overnight travel (8 - 12 nights/year) are required. This position is a full-time restricted classified position which is grant funded through 2028 and contingent upon funding.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of college admissions recruitment outreach and financial aid processes and familiarity with strategies that improve graduation and postsecondary enrollment rates.
Understanding of Virginias public education system including graduation requirements Standards of Learning (SOLs) standardized assessments career and technical education (CTE) pathways dual enrollment and advanced placement.
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with educators students and families.
Ability to plan and manage work independently set priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail and sound judgment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to prepare clear reports correspondence and presentations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook and comfort learning new technologies and data systems.
Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups and stakeholders.

Additional Considerations

Knowledge of federal grant program operations and related regulations.
Experience supporting college access or readiness initiatives in a K12 or higher education
setting.
Familiarity with data collection and evaluation processes for program improvement.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Special Requirements
Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
Frequent day travel and occasional overnight travel.

Benefits:
In addition to rewarding work experience SCHEV offers excellent health and life insurance benefits pre-tax spending accounts state-funded short and long-term disability paid holidays vacation tuition assistance free wellness programs and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching.
State Health Benefits
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Holidays
Paid and Unpaid Leave
Group Life Insurance
Optional Life Insurance
Long-term Care Insurance
Employee Wellness Program Opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Education Assistance
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Telework and Alternate Work Schedules

Application Requirements:
The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia does not accept See Resume as a response to any
question on the application. The information on the application is the primary source used for screening the
position. Failure to complete any section of the application may disqualify the applicant from further
consideration. Applications should include a complete work history including periods of unemployment if
applicable.
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Complete the State application (See Resume is NOT an acceptable response to any question on the
application.)
Submit a Cover Letter describing how you meet the qualifications and why you are a good match for
the position.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on theclosing date through the Commonwealth of Virginias New Recruitment Management System. PageUpprovides confirmation of receipt when your application is submitted successfully. Please refer to YourApplication in your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. You will beprovided with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Pleaserefer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Mailed emailed faxed or hand-delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision tointerview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronicapplication and/or resume.

Minorities Individuals with disabilities Veterans AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other National ServiceAlumni are encouraged to apply.

State employees who have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid InteragencyPlacement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) must submit the cardBEFORE the closing date for this position. The card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxedto . Please include your name and the position number on the fax cover sheet.

Contact Information:
Name: Rebeccah Lystash
Email:

The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia is dedicated to recruiting supporting and
maintaining a competent and diverse workforce.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact Information

Name: Rebeccah Lystash

Phone: contact via email

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.