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Advocacy Coordinator
Job Description
When was the last time you changed the world?
In Virginia Tech's Division of Student Affairs, that's exactly what we're doing every day-guiding, nurturing, and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and world-changers of today and tomorrow.
We're currently searching for an Advocacy Coordinator to join our Dean of Students and CARES Program team in Blacksburg, VA, to help us in our mission. So, if you're an energetic and committed leader, please keep reading.
HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ROLE:
1) You'll be joining the Dean of Students team in the CARES program (Campus Advocacy, Resources, and Education for Survivors), a department committed to providing support and advocacy services to students, faculty, and staff.
2) You'll be reporting to an Assistant Dean for CARES, in a Regular twelve-month, 100% administrative professional appointment.
3) You'll serve as a confidential resource to students, faculty, and staff who have been impacted by interpersonal violence such as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, harassment, and many other forms of violence.
4) You'll provide advocacy and support services to students, faculty, and staff, and assist with CARES Program outreach and educational efforts.
5) You'll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division.
6) You'll be offered a base compensation package between $55,000-$60,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and so much more!
HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:
1) THE UNIVERSITY: Virginia tech as an employer, is committed to developing well-rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at-large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance, Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life.
2) THE DIVISION: For our students and ourselves, the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity, integrity, civility, and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our aspirations for student learning.
3) THE TEAM: The CARES program strives to help heal members of the Virginia Tech student community of allies, survivors, victims, and others affected by sexual violence and harm through trauma-informed supportive healing programming, including education, arts, mind/body, community building activities. We create a space that is inclusive regardless of identity; everyone is accepted and celebrated.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, student affairs, or related field, or bachelor's degree with significant related professional experience.
- Demonstrated experience in providing counseling or advocacy services to college-age adults.
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of different student populations
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to make public presentations and facilitate training workshops.
- Demonstrated experience in providing direct services to survivors of sexual assault, domestic and/or relationship violence, stalking and other forms of interpersonal violence.
- Experience providing counseling, advocacy, or support services in a higher education setting.
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
$55,000 - $60,000
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with some evening and occasional weekend work
Hours per week
40
Review Date
03/09/2026
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, contact the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education at 540-231-2010 or Virginia Tech, 220 Gilbert Street, Suite 5200, Blacksburg, VA 24061.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Kayla Howell at khowell22@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
