SNAP 50/50 Program Specialist

Posting Summary

Working Title

SNAP 50/50 Program Specialist

Role Title

Education Support Spec III

Role Code

29144-SW

FLSA

Nonexempt

Pay Band

04

Position Number

297W0070

Agency

Germanna Community College

Division

Germanna Community College (Div)

Work Location

Fredericksburg - 630

Hiring Range

$25.29-$31.62 per hour, state benefits do not apply

Emergency/Essential Personnel

No

EEO Category

E-Paraprofessional

Full Time or Part Time

Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm (some evenings and weekends will likely be required)
Or as scheduled

Sensitive Position

No

Job Description

Germanna Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System. As a comprehensive community college, Germanna provides quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities for the residents of the City of Fredericksburg and the counties of Caroline, Culpeper, King George, Madison, Orange, Spotsylvania and Stafford.

Germanna is currently looking for someone to support the college's strategic plan goal to rectify achievement gaps among student populations by providing academic and personal support that promotes success and a sense of belonging. The Single Stop platform was implemented as a part of the Germanna Cares Program, dedicated to the reduction and elimination of life basic needs barriers which often derail students from persisting and completing educational goals. The Germanna Cares Program and Single Stop support the VCCS strategic goal to "provide all students with a culture of care that responds to the needs of our student population and supports and inspires their educational and career success."

The position will support Single Stop and SNAP 50/50 initiatives by assisting with the development and implementation of a Marketing and Communication Plan, collaborating with other college departments to identify and connect with students, and conduct case management follow-up with Single Stop participants. The Support Specialist will conduct Single Stop intake appointments, offering times during weekends/evenings to extend access to support.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify and connect students to resources
• Ability to provide accurate information to students regarding campus and community resources and services
• Ability to plan, implement, and maintain procedures and processes that support students with basic life needs challenges
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to deliver presentations and communicate effectively with individuals and groups
• Ability to learn and apply Germanna Community College policies and procedures
• Proficiency in office productivity software, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Strong multitasking, time management, and organizational skills

Additional Considerations

• Experience with social services resources, benefits eligibility criteria preferred
• Bilingual fluency in English/Spanish preferred

Operation of a State Vehicle

No

Supervises Employees

Yes

Required Travel

Travel between campuses may be required

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

WGE_2975P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

01/23/2026

Job Close Date

02/13/2026

Open Until Filled

Agency Website

Contact Name

Catra Godwin

Email

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:

Additional Information

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.