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Rappahannock Community College (RCC), founded in 1970, provides high-quality educational and training opportunities throughout a 12-county service region an hour east of Richmond on the beautiful western shore of the Chesapeake Bay with access to fresh local seafood and water activities. RCC delivers accessible and affordable educational opportunities, including for-credit transfer and career technical programs, robust distance education coursework, quality dual enrollment courses, and award-winning workforce training and credentialing programs. RCC’s annualized enrollment of 3,900 credit students in 2025-2026 and almost 890 workforce and community development students are supported by almost 140 full-time employees and over 200 part-time/adjunct employees across two main campuses and five satellite sites.
ROLE
Are you someone who wants to help students achieve their educational and professional dreams? RCC seeks applicants for our High School Navigator position. This is a full-time, classified, restricted staff position, with an excellent benefits package. Continuation of the position is contingent upon funding. The salary range will be $50,000 – $55,000, commensurate with experience.
Reporting to the Coordinator of Dual Enrollment, the High School Navigator will promote college and career readiness by arranging campus visits to RCC, promoting RCC’s programs and career pathways, and informing students about careers in the region. This position will serve Rappahannock and Northumberland High Schools.
The primary goal of the Navigator is to promote secondary school completion, post-secondary attainment, and success in post-secondary education. The Navigator will work to increase the percentage of high school students who participate in dual enrollment programs and then successfully transition to college education or workforce training. This position will target high school students who most need career planning services and will help students in recognizing community college opportunities and ensuring a seamless transition to postsecondary certificates and degrees in addition to apprenticeships and workforce training. The incumbent will provide access to academic advising, financial aid, scholarship information and wrap-around services for students while they are in high school, and as they transition to college. The successful candidate must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, and travel to and from campuses and employer partners in our service region for outreach services and follow up services. A valid driver’s license is required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
* Demonstrated passion for learning, and a willingness to meet students where they are regardless of their level of readiness for college-level work
* Willingness to engage in program improvement
* Demonstrated ability to engage with peers and colleagues in supporting efforts to improve student success
* Demonstrated ability to collaborate with others
* Strong interpersonal skills to help engage, provide support to and motivate students
* Demonstrated excellent oral and written communications skills
* Demonstrated commitment to student success
* Ability to work independently and follow-through on assigned tasks
* Demonstrated ability to multi-task and excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
* Strong computer skills, including proficiency in internet usage, and Microsoft Office Suite
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Knowledge and understanding of academic and workforce programs
* Knowledge of barriers to educational success
* Basic understanding of credit and non-credit program coordination processes, policies, rules and regulations
* Understanding and use of current educational practices in career counseling
* Experience working with racially, ethnically, economically and age-varied individuals
LOCATION
Work Location: Richmond County - 159
WORK SCHEDULE
Candidate must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, and travel to and from campuses and employer partners in our service region for outreach services and follow up services.
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.
REQUIRED TRAVEL
Travel to and from campuses and employer partners in our service region.
POSTING DETAIL INFORMATION
Posting Number: CLS_4825P
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Number of Vacancies: 1
Job Open Date: 10/23/2026
Job Close Date: 11/06/2026
Open Until Filled
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
A FULLY completed VCCS employment application, resume and cover letter describing qualifications are required. Resumes will not substitute for a completed state application. Applications will only be accepted online through the VCCS application system and must be received on or before November 6, 2026.
Rappahannock Community College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment and education opportunity. No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law. Lack of English skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation. For more information about the employment application process, contact jobs@rappahannock.edu.
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.
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.
INTRODUCTION
Rappahannock Community College (RCC), founded in 1970, provides high-quality educational and training opportunities throughout a 12-county service region an hour east of Richmond on the beautiful western shore of the Chesapeake Bay with access to fresh local seafood and water activities. RCC delivers accessible and affordable educational opportunities, including for-credit transfer and career technical programs, robust distance education coursework, quality dual enrollment courses, and award-winning workforce training and credentialing programs. RCC’s annualized enrollment of 3,900 credit students in 2025-2026 and almost 890 workforce and community development students are supported by almost 140 full-time employees and over 200 part-time/adjunct employees across two main campuses and five satellite sites.
ROLE
Are you someone who wants to help students achieve their educational and professional dreams? RCC seeks applicants for our High School Navigator position. This is a full-time, classified, restricted staff position, with an excellent benefits package. Continuation of the position is contingent upon funding. The salary range will be $50,000 – $55,000, commensurate with experience.
Reporting to the Coordinator of Dual Enrollment, the High School Navigator will promote college and career readiness by arranging campus visits to RCC, promoting RCC’s programs and career pathways, and informing students about careers in the region. This position will serve Rappahannock and Northumberland High Schools.
The primary goal of the Navigator is to promote secondary school completion, post-secondary attainment, and success in post-secondary education. The Navigator will work to increase the percentage of high school students who participate in dual enrollment programs and then successfully transition to college education or workforce training. This position will target high school students who most need career planning services and will help students in recognizing community college opportunities and ensuring a seamless transition to postsecondary certificates and degrees in addition to apprenticeships and workforce training. The incumbent will provide access to academic advising, financial aid, scholarship information and wrap-around services for students while they are in high school, and as they transition to college. The successful candidate must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, and travel to and from campuses and employer partners in our service region for outreach services and follow up services. A valid driver’s license is required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
* Demonstrated passion for learning, and a willingness to meet students where they are regardless of their level of readiness for college-level work
* Willingness to engage in program improvement
* Demonstrated ability to engage with peers and colleagues in supporting efforts to improve student success
* Demonstrated ability to collaborate with others
* Strong interpersonal skills to help engage, provide support to and motivate students
* Demonstrated excellent oral and written communications skills
* Demonstrated commitment to student success
* Ability to work independently and follow-through on assigned tasks
* Demonstrated ability to multi-task and excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
* Strong computer skills, including proficiency in internet usage, and Microsoft Office Suite
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Knowledge and understanding of academic and workforce programs
* Knowledge of barriers to educational success
* Basic understanding of credit and non-credit program coordination processes, policies, rules and regulations
* Understanding and use of current educational practices in career counseling
* Experience working with racially, ethnically, economically and age-varied individuals
LOCATION
Work Location: Richmond County - 159
WORK SCHEDULE
Candidate must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, and travel to and from campuses and employer partners in our service region for outreach services and follow up services.
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.
REQUIRED TRAVEL
Travel to and from campuses and employer partners in our service region.
POSTING DETAIL INFORMATION
Posting Number: CLS_4825P
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Number of Vacancies: 1
Job Open Date: 10/23/2026
Job Close Date: 11/06/2026
Open Until Filled
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
A FULLY completed VCCS employment application, resume and cover letter describing qualifications are required. Resumes will not substitute for a completed state application. Applications will only be accepted online through the VCCS application system and must be received on or before November 6, 2026.
Rappahannock Community College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment and education opportunity. No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law. Lack of English skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation. For more information about the employment application process, contact jobs@rappahannock.edu.
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.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in High School Principal
Translate your credentials before applying
PERM requires your foreign degrees to meet U.S. equivalency standards. Get a certified evaluation from a NACES-member agency before outreach so school districts can confirm your qualifications match the EB-2 advanced-degree or EB-3 professional requirements without delays.
Target districts with existing E-Verify enrollment
Public school districts enrolled in E-Verify are already set up for employment authorization verification, which smooths the sponsorship conversation. Ask human resources departments about E-Verify status during early screening calls to avoid pursuing employers who lack the compliance infrastructure for PERM.
Search verified green card sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter High School Principal roles by employers with green card sponsorship history. This cuts the research phase significantly and surfaces districts that have filed PERM labor certifications before, signaling a real institutional process rather than a first-time effort.
Document your administrative scope for PERM job descriptions
PERM job descriptions must reflect your actual duties, not a generic listing. Log specific responsibilities, such as budget authority, staff evaluation cycles, and curriculum oversight, so your employer's attorney can draft a defensible job description that withstands DOL audit scrutiny.
Understand the PERM recruitment window before accepting offers
PERM requires employers to complete a mandatory recruitment period, typically 30 to 180 days, before filing with DOL. Confirm your prospective district understands this timeline so your start date and green card filing are sequenced correctly and the process does not stall after you resign from a current position.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify your prevailing wage tier
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and role. Run the OFLC Wage Search for the High School Principal SOC code before negotiating your offer so you know the minimum wage that PERM requires and can flag any gap early.
Green Card High School Principal: Frequently Asked Questions
Do High School Principal roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most High School Principal positions qualify under EB-3 as professional roles requiring a bachelor's degree, though candidates holding a master's degree in education administration, which many states require for licensure, often qualify for EB-2 as advanced-degree professionals. The sponsoring employer's attorney will determine the correct category based on the specific job requirements and your credentials.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for school administrators?
PERM sponsorship leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status that requires renewal. Unlike H-1B visa, there is no annual lottery for EB-3 principal roles, and most nationalities do not face significant priority date backlogs at that level. The tradeoff is a longer upfront process: PERM labor certification alone can take six months to over a year before the I-140 petition is even filed.
Which types of employers sponsor High School Principals for green cards?
Public school districts, charter school networks, and private K-12 institutions are the primary sponsors. Districts in rural or underserved areas with persistent administrator shortages are often more willing to sponsor because domestic recruitment has not filled the role. International schools accredited by U.S. bodies also sponsor, particularly for candidates with multilingual instructional leadership backgrounds.
How can I find High School Principal jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter principal roles by employers with documented PERM filing history, which removes the guesswork of approaching districts that have never sponsored before. This is especially useful for education roles where sponsorship willingness varies significantly between districts even within the same state.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers after PERM is filed?
If you change employers before your I-140 is approved, the PERM labor certification is generally abandoned and the process restarts with the new employer. If your I-140 is already approved and you have been in the EB preference queue for 180 days or more, portability rules under AC21 may allow you to transfer the priority date to a new employer in a same or similar occupation, protecting your place in line.