Student Navigator
Company: New River Community and Technical College
Location: Lewisburg
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: $40,000 Make a
Difference in Students Lives New River Community and Technical
College is seeking a dedicated Student Navigator to support
students on their path to academic success. This role is ideal for
a student-centered professional who is passionate about access,
equity, and helping diverse learnersespecially first-generation and
high-risk studentsovercome barriers and thrive. Reporting to the
Director of Student Services, the Student Navigator plays a key
role in student retention, re-entry, and completion by providing
personalized guidance, coordinating support services, and
implementing innovative student success initiatives. What Youll Do
Student Guidance & Advocacy Provide individualized academic and
career guidance to students, with a focus on first-generation,
high-risk, and underserved populations. Work one-on-one with
students to resolve financial aid appeals and support re-entry and
retention in academic programs. Advocate for student needs and
ensure access to appropriate resources, services, and
accommodations. Academic Support & Case Management Respond to
faculty referrals through the early alert system and proactively
follow up with students to address academic challenges. Ensure new
students complete all required application materials and onboarding
requirements. Collaborate with Accessibility Services to support
students with disabilities and promote inclusive learning
environments. Program Development & Student Engagement Research
best practices and help design, implement, and assess initiatives
that support student success. Coordinate and support key student
services, including: Career Services (resume workshops, mock
interviews, career fairs, and Handshake platform expertise)
Tutoring Services New Student Orientation (in-person and online)
Student Activities and Organizations, including SGA and Phi Theta
Kappa (PTK) Professional Growth Complete required compliance
training in a timely manner. Participate in ongoing professional
development through LinkedIn Learning and professional
organizations. What Were Looking For Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, or a related
field. Two (2) years of experience in student counseling or
academic advising. Valid Drivers License. Skills & Abilities Strong
interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to
build trust, problem-solve, and manage complex student cases.
Knowledge of student success strategies, advising frameworks, and
higher education environments. Experience working with diverse
populations, including first-generation students and students with
disabilities. Strong organizational skills with the ability to
manage multiple initiatives. Comfort using data and assessment
tools to evaluate and improve programs. Collaborative mindset with
the ability to work across departments and lead student-focused
initiatives. Adaptability and innovation in response to evolving
student needs. Why Join Us? Youll be part of a mission-driven
institution where your work directly impacts student success and
community growth. This role offers meaningful engagement,
professional development opportunities, and the chance to shape
programs that help students reach their goals.
Keywords: New River Community and Technical College, Blacksburg , Student Navigator, Education / Teaching , Lewisburg, Virginia
