Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is one of the largest of Virginia’s 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 College’s mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality. It envisions a success story for every student.
Brightpoint 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 internal applications for the Director of Advising and Onboarding position. As a key leader within the Student Success team, this role provides strategic vision and leadership for academic advising, retention, and transfer pathways.
Student Learning and Development
Working in collaboration with institutional partners, the Director will foster a culture of student learning and development and work to streamline the path from onboarding to graduation. The incumbent will design programs and services that empower new, current, and prospective students to:
- Explore & Define: Actively investigate educational and career goals that align with their personal values and aspirations.
- Build Capacity: Develop the critical thinking skills, academic perspectives, and self-advocacy needed to navigate higher education successfully.
- Achieve Mastery: Progress toward the meaningful attainment of degrees and certificates through a clear understanding of their own educational journey.
Strategic Leadership & Collaboration
The Director will bridge the gap between academic intent and student outcomes by clarifying pathways and proactively removing systemic obstacles to success. As a collaborative leader, the incumbent will build strong partnerships across college departments and external entities to ensure a seamless, educational onboarding environment. By connecting learners with vital institutional, local, state, and federal resources, the Director ensures every student has the structural support and social capital needed to thrive.
