Admin Nursing Department

Overview

Mountain Gateway Community College (MGCC) is a two-year public institution of higher education and one of 23 community colleges in Virginia. The college is supported by the Commonwealth of Virginia; the counties of Alleghany, Bath, Botetourt (northern portion) and Rockbridge; the cities of Buena Vista, Covington, and Lexington; and the town of Clifton Forge. MGCC provides opportunities for the extension of knowledge, skills and personal enrichment in an environment that maintains high academic standards and respect for each individual.

The college strives to keep programs and services financially and geographically accessible for all students. Credit and non-credit courses are offered to meet life-long learning needs. On-site and distance learning options incorporate up-to-date technologies.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to provide vital support to the Nursing Program Head, faculty, and students. This role serves as the central hub for our Associate and Practical Nursing programs, ensuring compliance with clinical requirements, managing student records, and assisting with key department events.

• Program & Faculty Support:
  Provide clerical assistance to nursing faculty, manage departmental work orders, and update program handbooks and website content.
• Student Admissions & Onboarding:
  Act as the first point of contact for prospective students; coordinate Nursing Orientation and facilitate access to clinical facilities.
• Records & Compliance:
  Maintain meticulous student files, including tracking medical immunizations (PPD, vaccines), CPR certifications, and clinical requirements.
• Administrative Operations:
  Prepare adjunct faculty contracts, process pay authorizations, and manage clinical agency contracts.
• Event Coordination:
  Assist in the planning and execution of the Nursing Pinning Ceremony and support preparations for accreditation site visits.

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.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage complex spreadsheets.
• High level of discretion and commitment to maintaining student confidentiality.
• Professional communication skills for interacting with students, faculty, and the public.
• Proficiency in digital document management and basic website update

Prior experience working in a higher education environment is a significant plus. Familiarity with nursing or healthcare administration is also beneficial.

Operation of a State Vehicle:
No

Supervises Employees:
No

Required Travel: no

Posting Number
Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date 01/20/2026
Job Close Date 01/26/2026
Open Until Filled

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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:
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Background Check Statement:
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). The Commonwealth may require the Statement of Economic Interest. For more information: /

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 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.

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