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Assistant Director, AdviseVA

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
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remote work
United States, Virginia, Charlottesville
1215 Lee Street (Show on map)
Nov 18, 2025
AdviseVA (formerly the Virginia College Advising Corps) places near-peer pathways advisers at over 70 partner high schools across the Commonwealth. Working alongside the school's staff and faculty, advisers inform students and their families about various postsecondary opportunities, including higher education, employment, and military enlistment. Advisers support students one-on-one with each step toward their desired path after high school-from exploring careers to assisting with applications. Learn more about AdviseVA here: https://adviseva.virginia.edu/ AdviseVA considers a variety of perspectives and life experiences to be a key part of our excellence. We seek applicants whose work experience, teaching, research, community involvement, or public service has prepared them to meaningfully contribute and thrive in an environment that values respect and collaboration. Position Summary The assistant director is responsible for supervising and developing a cohort of near-peer pathways advisers, as well as fostering and maintaining strong relationships with partner school divisions. Supervision will include working with advisers and site partners to set yearly goals, develop specific plans, and ensure student-centered deliverables. With advisers and site partners, frequent communication via virtual meetings, site visits, and written electronic formats is paramount. As a team, assistant directors lead and implement key functional areas critical to the AdviseVA model. This position will focus on enhancing the adviser and site experience across various facets, including management of regular communications, synthesis and delivery of timely resources, and coordination of recognition and appreciation efforts. AdviseVA is a learning organization and utilizes data as a tool to measure impact and to create actionable program changes and refinements. We have a culture that values and seeks new information towards continuous improvement. In collaboration with the director, the assistant director will establish and implement AdviseVA policies, develop innovative programs, initiatives, and communication efforts, and set direction and priorities for each program year. Responsibilities The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following competencies and attributes: Passion for postsecondary access and the AdviseVA mission Knowledge and experience working with youth from underserved backgrounds on postsecondary access and attainment topics Demonstrated ability to manage projects with moving pieces and multiple stakeholders, to meet final project deadlines, and to independently execute with excellence Outstanding organizational and prioritizing skills; attention to detail; analytical and abstract reasoning skills Motivation to develop a vision for enhancing the adviser and site experience Flexibility and adaptability Mature, proactive, diplomatic problem-solving and collaboration skills Exceptional communication (written and oral), interpersonal, and presentation skills Unquestionable personal code of ethics, integrity, and ability to build trust Demonstrated comfort working independently with remote partners and teammates Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirement. Experience: At least five years of experience. Physical Demands This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs. Salary Range The anticipated hiring range is $60,000-$65,000, commensurate with education and experience. Position Type & Work Location This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits. This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and is eligible for a hybrid schedule with occasional travel required to Northern Virginia and Northern Neck to support high school sites that will be under the Assistant Directors supervision as needed, in accordance with UVA's remote work guidelines. About UVA and the Community To learn more about UVA and in the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA. Application Timeline Application review will begin after November 24, 2025. Additional Requirements Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future. How to Apply Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0078172. Complete an application with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration. Internal applicants: Apply through your Workday profile by searching "Find Jobs." Reference Check Process Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required. Contact For questions about the application process, please contact Jon Freeman, jf2sw@virginia.edu. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.