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The Office of Human Resources posts current vacancies for which interested individuals are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please complete the application form below.

All positions are subject to pre-employment background checks. Official transcripts must be submitted prior to the beginning of employment for all positions. For additional information, call 304-710-3272.

Open positions are posted below by position type. Only complete applications will be given full consideration.

Vacant Faculty Positions

Adjunct Faculty

Adjunct faculty teach a variety of in person and online courses here at Mountwest. Adjunct Faculty positions are open on a continuous basis in order to establish a pool of adjuncts to use as needs change. We ask applicants to refresh their applications on a yearly basis. Selections may be made any time a vacancy becomes available. The current rate of pay for Adjunct Faculty (not in a partnered program) is as follows:

  • $600 per credit hour

Salary: Adjunct faculty are paid per course credit hour. Lab Assistants or other positions marked with an (*) are specified for number of hours and hourly rate.

Position Summary:
Instructional Area
Academic Qualifications
Short Job Description
Minimum Years of Experience and or Industry Certifications

Accounting

  • Required: MBA, Masters in Related Field, or BBA with CPA.
  • Ability to teach financial, managerial, taxation, or Quickbooks.
  • Minimum of two years experience working in business, preferably accounting.

Administrative Technology

  • Required: Masters of Business Education, MBA, or Related Field
  • Ability to teach business courses and office administration courses.
  • Minimum of two years of experience working in business.

Alcohol & Drug Counseling

  • Preferred: ADC-S, AADC, or AADC-S credential; Minimum of an associate or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field for those holding the ADC-S credential. 
  • Required: LPC, LGSW, LCSW, LICSW, LMFT or another relevant license if not holding an ADC-S, AADC, or AADC-S credential. 

Art

  • Required: Master’s Degree with 18 graduate hours in visual art
  • Teach courses in art appreciation.
  • College-level teaching experience preferred.

ASL Interpreter

Casual Employee, $25 per hour, up to 20 hours per week.

  • *See Experience Industry Certifications
  • Serve as an interpreter for students at Mountwest Community & Technical College during classes and various interactions with Mountwest faculty and staff.
  • Must be listed on the WV Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearaing Interpreters Registry

Banking and Finance

  • Required: MBA or Masters in Related Field
  • Abililty to teach Management, Marketing, Finance and Economics courses.
  • Minimum of two years of experience working in banking, finance, or related field.

Biological Sciences

  • Required: Master’s Degree with 18 hours in Biology
  • Teach courses in the Biological Sciences area.
  • College-level teaching experience. preferred.

Call Center Mangement

  • Preferred MBA or equivalent, Minimum requirement: BA or BS in Business or Related Field.
  • Ability to teach business courses and call center specific courses.
  • Call Center Specific courses – at least two years of experience working in a call center environment.

Chemistry

  • Required: Master’s Degree with 18 hours in Chemistry.
  • Teach Chemistry courses.
  • College-level teaching experience preferred.

Communication

  • Required: Master’s Degree with 18 graduate hours in communication studies
  • Teach courses in public speaking and or interpersonal communication
  • College-level teaching experience preferred.

Criminal Justice

  • Required BA or BS in Criminal Justice or Related Field
  • Ability to teach a varity of CJ courses.
  • Minimum of three years of exprience as a CLA or CP for applicants with the BA or BS. JD candidates must be in good standing with their state’s Bar Association.

Culinary Arts

  • AAS or Higher in Culinary Arts or concentration in Related Field.
  • Instruct Culinary Arts courses.
  • A minimum of two years’ experience in the culinary industry required, preference will be given to individuals with American Culinary Federation (ACF) accreditations.

Deckhand Basic Instructor

  • Casual Employee, $35.00 per hour, 37.5 hours per week, 1 week per semester.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Teach basic deckhand skills, teach shipboard safety, teach shipboard fire fighting, and instruct in general shipboard routines.
  • At least one year working on a towboat deck. Certified to teach: First Aid CPR AED

Engineering Design

  • Minimum, A.A.S. in Engineering Design, prefer Bachelor or Master degree
  • Instruct in the use of multiple Autodesk Programs: AutoCAD, Inventor, 3ds Max, Mudbox, & Recap Photo.  Be able to reverse-engineer objects using measurements, scanners or photos and apply reverse engineering principles for use with 3D Printers. Teach students how to create or scan 3D files of objects, and manipulate those files to correct deficiencies, and apply various textures, colors, and patterns, using Inventor and 3ds Max. Able to create ultra \u2013realistic structures and walk-throughs.
  • With B.S. or M.S.: Two years\u2019 experience.
    With A.A.S.: three years\u2019 experience

Engineering Design -Lab Assistant

  • Casual Employee, $10.00 per hour, up to 20 hours per week.
  • A.A.S.
  • Instruct in the use of multiple Autodesk Programs* and the application of reverse engineering principles for use with 3D printers. Maintain plastic, ceramic and stereolithographic printers. Fire ceramic objects in electric kiln. Ceramic mold production. Pour metal castings. Understand higher math applications.
  • Two years of experience.

English

  • Required: Master’s Degree with 18 hours in English.
  • Teach introductory English courses.
  • College-level teaching experience preferred.

Exercise Physiology

 Salary: Master’s degree – $2,300 (4 credit hours @ $575/credit hour)

Bachelor’s degree – $1,860 (4 credit hours @ $465/credit hour)

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science is required. Master’s Degree in Exercise Science is preferred.

Duties: Teach AH 217, Personal Fitness Training, during the Fall 2024 semester beginning August 25, 2024.

Geography

  • Required: Master’s Degree with 18 graduate hours in Geography.
  • Teach courses in geography.
  • College-level teaching experience preferred.

Graphic Design

  • BFA in Graphic Design or BA in Public Relations, Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Art Education or\u00a0 related field.
  • Teach courses in Adobe Creative Suite applications, typography, logo design, infographics, illustration, and designing for print and digital media.
  • At least three years of professional experience in graphic design. Fluent in using the Apple operating system. Digital literacy a must. Teaching training mentoring experience a plus. Multimedia content development a plus. Basic programming knowledge HTML and CSS a plus.

Health Information Technology

  • Bachelors
  • RHIT or RHIA

History

  • Required: Master’s Degree with 18 graduate hours in History
  • Teach courses in American history, world history, and or West Virginia history.
  • College-level teaching experience preferred.

Hospitality Management – Hotel Lodging

  • AAS or higher in Hotel Lodging or Hospitality Management
  • Instruct Hospitality Management or Hotel Lodging courses.
  • A minimum of two years’ hotel experience preferred.

IT 101

  • AAS Degree with appropriate certifications.
  • Instruct students in the classroom.
  • One or more years of related experience.

IT 120

  • Required: Associate Degree in IT or related field. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
  • Teach class on how to install, upgrade and troubleshoot Operating Systems and utilize network fundamentals.
  • At least 3 years of professional experience in IT. Fluent in using the Microsoft Operating System. Linux Unix Operating System a plus. Teaching training mentoring experience a plus.

IT 245 – Storage Technology

  • A.A.S. Required
  • Teaching the IT 245 – Storage Technology course.
  • Candidates with industry certifications will be given preference.

IT 255 – Virtualization Technologies

  • A.A.S. Required
  • Teaching the multiple virtualization configurations available through Microsoft and WMWare.
  • Virtualization experience required.

IT 270 – A+ Class

  • A.A.S. Required
  • Teaching the IT 270 – A+ Class
  • Candidates with industry certifications will be given preference.

Information Technology: Animation and Game Developer Option

  • Required: Associate Degree in Animation and Game Development or related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Teach courses using multiple programming languages and development tools such as Actionscript, C++, C#, Unreal UDK, Xcode and more.
  • At least 1-2 years of experience in animation or programming. Fluent in using applications such as Microsoft Visual Studio and Adobe CS. Teaching training mentoring a plus.

Management

  • Required: MBA or Masters in Related Field.
  • Ability to teach Management, Marketing, Finance, and Economics courses.
  • Minimum of two years of experience working in business.

Massage Therapy

  • LMT, MD, Bachelor’s, DC
  • Teaching Massage Therapy courses.
  • Three to five years of experience in the field.

Mathematics

  • Required: Master’s Degree with 18 hours in Mathematics.
  • Teach courses such as: Quantitative Reasoning, Statistics, Occupational Mathematics and Algebra.
  • College-level teaching experience preferred.

Medical Assisting

  • Clinical experience such as patient care, RN, LPN, MA – license or certification
  • Teaching medical assisting courses.
  • Two years of experience in the specified field.

Medical Assisting – Lab Technology

  • Certification in Lab Technology, lab experience.
  • Teaching Lab Technology courses.
  • Two years of experience in the specified field.

Medical Coding

  • Certified Coder through AHIMA
  • Teach medical coding courses.
  • CCS, Two years experience in the specified field.

Paralegal

  • Required BA in Legal Studies or Related Field, or Juris Doctorate. Also prefer that the BA candidates have CLA or CP certification.
  • Ability to teach a variety of law and or paralegal courses.
  • Minimum of three years of experience as a CLA or CP for applicants with the BA. JD candidates must be in good standing with their State’s Bar Association.

Paramedic Lab Assistant

  • Casual Employee, $10.00 per hour, 1-2 hours per week, hours vary.
  • AAS Preferred
  • Assist Program Director and Lead Instructor in the EMS Education
  • Department for instruction of laboratory skills related to the EMS Education curriculum.
  • The national Registry of EMT’s Certified Paramedic. ACLS, ITLS or PHTLS, PaLS or PEPP certified required (instructor level preferred).

Pharmacy Technology

  • AAS in Pharmacy Technology and nationally certified or Pharmacy degree.
  • Teaching courses in the Pharmacy Technology program.
  • Two years of clinical experience.

Physics

  • Required: Master’s Degree with 18 hours in Physics
  • Teach courses in Physics.
  • College-level teaching experience preferred.

PTA 120

  • AAS in PTA, licensed as PTA in the state of West Virginia.
  • Teaching PTA 120, Patient Care Skills.
  • Five years of clinical experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant.

Physical Therapy Assistant

  • AAS in PTA, licensed as PTA in the state of West Virginia.
  • Teaching courses in the Physical Therapy Assistant program.
  • Five years of clinical experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant.

Physical Therapy Lab Supervisor

  • Casual Employee, $10.00 per hour, hours vary per week.
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Supervision of PTA lab during open lab hours.
  • Enrolled in or completed a post-secondary degree in a health related field of study.

Political Science

  • Required: Master’s Degree with 18 hours in political science.
  • Teach courses in political science.
  • College-level teaching experience preferred.

Psychology

  • Required: Master’s Degree with 18 graduate hours in Psychology.
  • Teach courses in psychology.
  • College-level teaching experience preferred.

Religion

  • Required: Master’s Degree with 18 graduate hours in
  • Religious Studies.
  • Teach courses in religious studies.
  • College-level teaching experience preferred.

Sociology

  • Required: Master’s Degree with 18 graduate hours in Sociology.
  • Teach courses in sociology.
  • College-level teaching experience preferred.

Spanish

  • Required: Master’s Degree with 18 graduate hours in Spanish.
  • Teach introductory courses in Spanish.
  • College-level teaching experience preferred.

Theatre

  • Required: Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Theatre
  • Teach courses in theatre appreciation.
  • College-level teaching experience preferred.

Transportation

  • MBA or Master’s in Related Field
  • Ability to teach online courses related to transportation, logistics and supply chain management.
  • Minimum of three years of experience working in the transportation industry. Training experience, industry licensures certifications, and online teaching experience preferred.

Veterinary Technology

  • AAS
  • Teaching courses in the Veterinary Technology program.
  • RVT and three years of clinical experience.

Veterinary Technology – Lab Assistant

  • Casual employee. $10.00 per hour, up to 20 hours per week.
  • AAS
  • Assist Program Director and Faculty in the Veterinary Technology program with instruction of laboratory skills related to the Veterinary Technology program.
  • RVT and three years of experience.
Instructor - Construction Management

Full-time, 12 month, benefits-eligible, grant-funded, exempt, faculty term position. The position is expected to last the duration of the grant.

 

Salary: $50,000/year, non-negotiable.

 

Summary: Serve as the primary instructor of Construction Management and Apprenticeship Readiness programs at Mountwest. This individual is a Construction Industry expert who will provide instruction, coordinate on-the-job training between industry and students, recruit students, perform course and program assessments, maintain records, and manage day to day operations of the programs.

 

Minimum Qualifications:  3-5 years of experience in the construction field is preferred. MVR CHECK is required –The employee in this position is a potential operator of vehicles owned by Mountwest and may be responsible for driving any other motor vehicles on behalf of the College. Strong organizational, leadership and management skills.  Excellent oral and written communication skills.  Ability to both manage and lead. Experience leading a team and teaching experience preferred. Travel may be required for this position.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:   

  • Develop written syllabi/course outlines and course materials.
  • Must have flexible schedule and ability to teach evening courses.
  • Work with industry to create program and course curriculum and assessment for the construction management program.
  • Teach construction management and related program courses.
  • Ensure the safety of students in potentially hazardous training environments.
  • Work effectively in a team-based environment.
  • Facilitate optimal learning through integration of technology and utilization of appropriate delivery methods.
  • Assess student learning based on course and program outcomes.
  • Create an inclusive, effective learning environment that addresses barriers and provides reasonable accommodations.
  • Provide regular curriculum and course improvement.
  • Participate in subject or program leadership teams and college-wide committees.
  • Maintain reports and accurate records related to the program; present reports as requested.
  • Serve as a partner in the community related to the construction management program and industry.
  • Seek opportunities for continuous professional development.
  • Participate in college outreach and recruitment activities.
  • Collaborate with the marketing department on the development of marketing materials and webpage updates for the program.
  • Advocate for and represent the construction management program at regional, state, and national events on behalf of the College.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

Licensure/Certification Required: Requires possession of a current/valid driver’s license. CPR/First Aid certifications. Must be able to pass a background check.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

  • Organizational, planning, and time management skills; verbal and written communication skills; analytical skills and abilities; computer technology skills and abilities; problem solving and decision-making skills; ability to plan and set goals and follow through to completion; ability to work without direct supervision; and maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and relate successfully with staff, faculty, students, industry, and people of differing social, or educational backgrounds.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a program and lead/train.
  • Proven skill in interacting with the public.
  • Ability to work independently.

 

Physical/Work Demands:  

  • The position regularly requires sitting, standing, walking, speaking, and hearing.
  • The position frequently requires using hands and arms to handle tools, equipment, materials, and controls and to reach.
  • The position requires the ability to access assigned instructional, laboratory, and work areas using stairs and/or ladders and may require working at elevated heights.
  • The position may occasionally require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
  • The position may require occasional lifting and/or moving of materials, equipment, or supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • The position requires sufficient visual ability to safely perform instructional and construction-related duties, which may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Work may be performed indoors and outdoors and may involve exposure to varying temperatures, weather, dust, noise, and other environmental conditions associated with construction activities.
  • The noise level may vary from moderate to high depending on the instructional or work environment.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

 

Application Deadline:  The review of applications will begin immediately, with the position open until filled.

 

To apply, complete the online job application at mctc.edu/job-postings. At the end of the job application, you are required to upload copies of your resume, transcripts/certifications, and a list of three professional references.

 

Only complete applications will be given full consideration.  For additional information, please call 304-710-3272.

 

All positions are subject to pre-employment background checks. Official transcripts must be submitted prior to the beginning of employment for all positions.

 

Sponsorships are not available at this time.

 

Mountwest Community & Technical College is an EEO Organization.

If you need assistance with this job posting, please contact us.

Vacant Staff Positions

Professional Development & Workbased Learning Specialist

FLSA Status:    Exempt

Job Status:     Non-Classified, Full-time, Benefits eligible

Salary: $50,000-$60,000/year

Funding:  3-year grant funded position

 

Summary:  The Director of Professional Development & Workplace Training will lead, coordinate, and manage professional development initiatives for Mountwest staff while also designing and delivering customized training programs for external business and industry partners. The goals of the position are to continue expanding employee support, retention, effectiveness, leadership capacity, and development initiatives, while also benefiting the community through providing training opportunities needed by business and industry partners.

 

Finalists will be required to facilitate a brief training demonstration and participate in a simulated client needs assessment as part of the interview process.

 

General Duties and Responsibilities:

Internal Professional Development Leadership:

  • Lead, coordinate, and manage professional development initiatives internally, including tracking participation and training feedback forms
  • Collaborate with the Director of CETL and other college staff who provide training opportunities
  • Create and manage badging for earned skills
  • Lead the Staff Caring Campus and Professional Development Committee, and assess staff training needs
  • Build internal mentorship, coaching, and leadership cohort programs
  • Budget, track, and monitor professional development activities timely and accurately
  • Utilizing a shared governance model, create and execute college-wide training plans
  • Support supervisors in developing training plans, as needed, in collaboration with the VP of HR and Advancement
  • Assist with employee retention events and initiatives on campus in collaboration with the VP of HR and Advancement
  • Other related duties as assigned

External Business & Industry Training:

  • Design and deliver customized fee-based training programs for external businesses using revenue generating strategies, ensuring return on investment (for instance, customer service training, skill development, budget management, professionalism, project management, etc)
  • Solicit local businesses and industries to identify training opportunities
  • Develop community relationships for the purpose of providing training and development initiatives
  • Identify local workforce gaps in which Mountwest can assist with through business partnership meetings
  • Explore certification-based offerings for workforce upskilling, badging, and micro-credentialing.
  • Other related duties as assigned

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, organizational development, human resources, education, training and development, leadership, or a related field
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in professional development, workforce training, organizational development, or a related field
  • Experience in business development or client relationship management
  • Demonstrated experience designing, delivering, and evaluating professional development or workforce training programs
  • Demonstrated leadership experience, including supervising employees, leading teams, or managing cross-functional initiatives
  • Experience assessing organizational training needs and developing strategic training plans
  • Experience managing projects, budgets, and multiple priorities.
  • Excellent presentation, facilitation, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage audiences of varying sizes.
  • Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, organizational development, leadership development, and employee engagement
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn institutional software systems.
  • Ability to travel locally as needed.

 

Licensure/Certification Required:  Requires possession of a current/valid driver’s license.

 

Physical/Work Demands:  Incumbent works in a standard office environment and uses office equipment (e.g. computers, copies, fax machines, etc.), occasionally standing, walking, lifting or stooping.  May be required to lift lightweight objects. Local travel is required for the position, with use of a personal vehicle being required. This is an in-person job, with no opportunity for fully remote work.

 

Application Deadline: Open until filled, 

 

How to Apply: To apply, submit letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three professional references, and copies of college transcripts via our official application portal.

 

Only complete applications will be given full consideration.  For additional information, please call 304-710-3434. All positions are subject to pre-employment background checks. Official transcripts must be submitted prior to the beginning of employment for all positions.

 

Sponsorship is not available at this time.

 

Mountwest Community & Technical College is an EEO Employer

 

If you need additional assistance with this job posting, please contact us.

 

Career Navigator

Department: Division of Student Services
Reports To: Director of Advising and Retention

Salary:  $43,000 *This position is grant funded through June 2031.

Classification: Non-Classified, Exempt, Benefits Eligible, Full-Time

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Advising and Retention in the Division of Student Services, the Career Navigator supports student enrollment, success, and workforce preparation by coordinating the Learn and Earn program, developing and delivering career readiness trainings and workshops, connecting students with internships, employment, and work-based learning opportunities, and building strong partnerships with employers and community organizations. The position helps attract and engage students by promoting career pathways and workforce opportunities, works collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, employers, and community partners to strengthen career connections, and supports students in developing the professional skills and experiences needed to become career ready, persist through completion, and successfully transition from college into the workforce.

Key Responsibilities:

Career Exploration & Preparation

  • Provide individualized career exploration and planning support, including skills assessments, program exploration, and tools such as the WOWI assessment.
  • Help students identify career interests, academic pathways, internships, and employment opportunities aligned with their goals.
  • Organize career readiness trainings, workshops, and other opportunities that build durable skills and prepare students for employment and advancement.
  • Provide guidance and support to ensure students are prepared for Learn and Earn, internships, employment, and other career opportunities.
  • Support students in identifying barriers to educational and career success and connect them with appropriate campus resources.
Learn & Earn & Employer Partnerships
  • Manage the student Learn and Earn program, including opportunity matching, site coordination, student support, and follow-through.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for Learn and Earn employers and develop new employer partnerships and opportunities.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with employers and program coordinators to create marketable career pathways and employment opportunities for graduates.
  • Coordinate internship and experiential learning opportunities that connect classroom learning with workforce experience.

 

  • Collaborate with faculty, staff, and community partners to identify opportunities to strengthen career-connected learning and employment outcomes.
Student Success, Retention & Pathways
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive tracking and support system to promote student engagement, retention, persistence, and academic success.
  • Collaborate with Student Services staff to identify and support retention efforts, particularly for special populations.
  • Identify areas contributing to student melt and develop strategies to improve student engagement and persistence.
  • Coordinate transfer support services and pathways to four-year institutions, including student tracking, transfer guidance, and individualized assistance.
  • Collect, enter, and analyze data to monitor student participation, outcomes, retention, and career/transfer success.
  • Serve as an active team member within the Division of Student Services.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in education, student services, business, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience in higher education preferred.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
  • Ability to manage detailed records, interpret policies, and maintain confidentiality.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, student information systems/databases, and other technology.
  • Travel will be required.  Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

How to Apply: To apply, please complete the application form at mctc.edu/job-postings. The form will require you to submit a copy of your resume, unofficial transcripts, and a list of 3 professional references in addition to completing the form. Applications will be accepted until October 23, 2026 at 11:59pm.

All positions are subject to pre-employment background checks. Official transcripts must be submitted prior to the beginning of employment for all positions. For additional information, call 304-710-3272.

Only complete applications will be given full consideration.

If you need assistance with this job posting, please contact us at the phone number above or at hr@mctc.edu.

 

Student Experience Advocate

Department: Division of Student Services
Reports To: Director of Advising and Retention

Salary:  $40,000 *This position is grant funded through June 2030.

Classification: Classified, Non-Exempt, Benefits Eligible, Full-Time

 

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Advising and Retention in the Division of Student Services, the Student Experience Advocate serves as the welcoming, front-line point of contact for students and visitors. The position provides exceptional customer service, responds to general student questions, and assists students with Admissions, FAFSA and Financial Aid, Advising, Accessibility, Wellness, and other Student Services needs. The Student Experience Advocate serves as an initial point of contact and provides effective triage by identifying student needs, providing basic assistance, and connecting students with the appropriate office, staff member, or campus resource. Through these efforts, the position helps remove barriers and supports student enrollment, engagement, persistence, retention, and completion.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the first point of contact for students visiting Student Services.
  • Answer the main college phone line and direct calls, questions, and students to the appropriate office or staff member.
  • Assist students with FAFSA completion and basic financial aid questions as needed.
  • Assist prospective students with admissions application completion and general enrollment questions.
  • Check students in for appointments with Advising, Financial Aid, Admissions, Registrar, Care Center, and other Student Services areas.
  • Provide general information about campus programs, services, resources, and processes.
  • Help students navigate Student Services and make appropriate referrals or warm handoffs when additional assistance is needed.
  • Provide general assistance with forms, paperwork, and other routine student needs.
  • Provide student success workshops and informational sessions as needed on topics such as navigating college, financial aid, enrollment processes, and available student resources.
  • Support outreach and follow-up efforts designed to remove barriers and help students remain engaged and enrolled.
  • Manage and develop Student Services work study student employees.
  • Assist with initiatives focused on student persistence, retention, and completion.
  • Provide a welcoming, accessible, and student-centered experience that helps students feel connected to the College and confident in navigating their educational journey.
  • Serve as an active member of the Student Services team.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

 

Qualifications

  • Associate degree in education, student services, business, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience in higher education preferred.
  • Supervisory experience preferred.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
  • Ability to manage detailed records, interpret policies, and maintain confidentiality.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, student information systems/databases, and other technology.
  • Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation.

 

How to Apply: To apply, please complete the application form at mctc.edu/job-postings. The form will require you to submit a copy of your resume, unofficial transcripts, and a list of 3 professional references in addition to completing the form. Applications will be accepted until October 9, 2026 at 11:59pm for first priority, with the job remaining open until filled.

All positions are subject to pre-employment background checks. Official transcripts must be submitted prior to the beginning of employment for all positions. For additional information, call 304-710-3272.

 

Only complete applications will be given full consideration.

 

If you need assistance with this job posting, please contact us at the phone number above or at hr@mctc.edu.

Student Services Specialist

Department: Division of Student Services
Reports To: Director of Admissions & Recruiting

Salary:  $44,000 *This position is grant funded through June 2031.

Classification: Non-Classified, Exempt, Benefits Eligible, Full-Time

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Admissions and Recruiting in the Division of Student Services, the Student Services Specialist supports students throughout the admissions and enrollment process, from initial recruitment and application through the first day of class. The position participates in recruitment activities, assists students with admissions requirements and application completion, provides support with FAFSA and financial aid-related questions, and responds to general advising and enrollment questions. The Specialist works proactively with prospective and newly admitted students to identify and address barriers, provide timely follow-up, connect students with appropriate campus resources, and ensure they complete the necessary steps to enroll and begin classes successfully. Through personalized support and collaboration across Student Services, the position contributes to enrollment, student engagement, persistence, retention, and completion.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a welcoming, student-centered point of contact for Student Services.
  • Assist prospective students with completing admissions applications and provide a general overview of Mountwest programs, services, and enrollment options.
  • Assist students with FAFSA completion, financial aid questions, and understanding next steps in the financial aid process.
  • Provide assistance with general forms, paperwork, documentation, and other routine Student Services needs.
  • Serve as a liaison between Student Services and programs specifically housed at off campus locations.
  • Support enrollment and student success efforts associated with short-term training, workforce programs, and other non-traditional educational opportunities.
  • Connect students with appropriate offices and staff when needs require specialized assistance, including Admissions, Financial Aid, Advising, Accessibility & Wellness, and other Student Services areas.
  • Participate in targeted recruitment events, outreach activities, information sessions, and other enrollment initiatives.
  • Assist with follow-up and student outreach designed to reduce barriers, encourage enrollment, and support student persistence and retention.
  • Develop and maintain partnerships to recruit special populations such as individuals affected by foster care, housing, kinship care, etc.
  • Maintain a strong customer-service focus and help ensure students receive a consistent and positive experience when interacting with Mountwest.
  • Serve as an active member of the Student Services team.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in education, student services, business, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience in higher education preferred.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
  • Ability to manage detailed records, interpret policies, and maintain confidentiality.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, student information systems/databases, and other technology.
  • Travel will be required.  Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.

 

How to Apply: To apply, please complete the application form at mctc.edu/job-postings. The form will require you to submit a copy of your resume, unofficial transcripts, and a list of 3 professional references in addition to completing the form. Applications will be accepted until October 23, 2026 at 11:59pm.

 

All positions are subject to pre-employment background checks. Official transcripts must be submitted prior to the beginning of employment for all positions. For additional information, call 304-710-3272.

 

Only complete applications will be given full consideration.

 

If you need assistance with this job posting, please contact us at the phone number above or at hr@mctc.edu.

Vacant Student Positions

Student Ambassador

Job Title:

Mountwest Student Ambassador 

Job Status:  Part-time

Reports To:  Director of Admissions

Pay: $13 per hour

Length:                                    

Applications are accepted as needed.

Job Description: Student Ambassadors undertake a range of responsibilities to represent Mountwest CTC effectively, including but not limited to:

  • Stay updated on all college application and admission requirements, as well as academic and workforce programs.
  • Guide prospective students and their families through various communication channels such as phone, email, and campus visits.
  • Follow up with applicants regarding admissions-related tasks and activities.
  • Assist in organizing open house events and new student orientation sessions.
  • Conduct campus tours for prospective students and their families.
  • Help collect and report data related to admissions.
  • Ensure applicant files are complete and notify them of any missing documents.
  • Help with campus events.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements: To qualify for the Student Ambassador Program, candidates must meet the following criteria:

  • Enrollment in at least six credit hours
  • Good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Exceptional customer service skills and a positive demeanor.
  • Willingness to undergo training and work collaboratively.
  • Comfortable with public speaking and interacting with diverse audiences.
  • Be knowledgeable of institutional academic program offerings.
  • Availability: 20 hours per week, including some evenings

Application Deadline:  Open until filled.

Job Application Form

Students: External Learn n Earn Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mountwest Community & Technical College and the Community and Technical College System of West Virginia are equal opportunity employer. Should you need additional assistance with job postings, please contact jobs@mctc.edu or 304-710-3272.

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