"HOSA State Advisor"

Job Description

This position is independently responsible for the development and implementation of Virginia HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) student organization activities working in collaboration with local school divisions to enhance and support instructional programs in Career and Technical Education. Other duties include: accounting services for all student and contract funds; professional development activities for local school personnel; provide any additional services as identified by the Virginia Department of Education.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in health and medical sciences or a related career and technical education field OR a bachelor’s degree in health and medical sciences or a related career technical education field with experience equivalent to a master’s degree. The incumbent is required to have been a professional/advisory level member of a career and technical education co-curricular student organization for at least three years. Working experience with HOSA or a related career and technical education student organization. Proficient in database and spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel, Quicken), website maintenance and content management systems, and skilled in leveraging financial and budgeting tools to support program planning and resource allocation. Comprehensive organizational abilities, exhibit excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, and be able to work independently and set priorities. Considerable knowledge of coordinating and administering student organization activities, including meetings, conferences, and other co-curricular programs, and the monitoring of the overall management of the organization, including planning, and execution of new and existing programs.

Preferred Qualifications

An endorsement by the appropriate board of the Department of Health Professions.

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

$65,000 - $75,000

Hours per week

40

Review Date

September 17, 2025

Additional Information

This is a hybrid position with location to be determined based on where the successful candidate resides. The successful candidate will be required to have a driver's license check with an acceptable and safe driving record. 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 centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 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. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Jeremy Johnson at jejohns1@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event. Advertised: August 26, 2025 Applications close: