The Department of Computer Science Office of Undergraduate Programs at Virginia Tech seeks a Student Support and Program Coordinator. Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, this position will develop, facilitate, and manage initiatives, programs, and services related to current and prospective student engagement, support, success, and recruitment related to broadening participation in computer science.

This position will lead and develop the strategy, facilitation and reporting of student support efforts related to:

· a comprehensive student success program for students minoring in one of CS’ minor programs including academic advising, professional development, career exploration, and exploration learning.

· engagement and outreach efforts for current students including new student welcome events, commencement receptions, student study breaks, socials, workshops, research talks, mentoring programs, student transition information sessions, etc.

· prospective student engagement including information sessions, open houses, showcases, regional events, national conferences, college fairs, tabling events, etc.

· coordination of CS student organizations and CS Student Ambassadors including leadership opportunities, training, and community-building.

· support efforts related to student onboarding, transition, career preparation, retention and graduation.

The major areas of responsibility for this role include Student Support and Academic Advising (40%); Student Engagement and Targeted Outreach (40%); Data Request and Analysis (10%); Professional Development (5%); Administration and General Undergraduate Program Support (5%).

This position is primarily student-facing and will be housed at the Blacksburg campus of Virginia Tech with opportunities for hybrid work. This position will require periodic on-campus night and weekend work when participating in open houses and other student events.