Human Resources
Welcome to Human Resources at PVCC
What we do: The PVCC HR team works to recruit and support the development and retention of a highly skilled and engaged workforce and strives to remove or reduce obstacles hindering employee success.
How we do it: We ensure the fair and consistent administration of policies, compensation, and benefits plans, offer a safe and confidential place for resolving workplace concerns, and provide guidance, tools, and resources to support recruitment, onboarding, and recognition programs.
Why we do it: Our employees are critical to PVCC's success. When employees feel valued and supported, they are more likely to be motivated, engaged, and committed to their work, ultimately leading to better outcomes for both the organization and the students they serve.
The HR team supports PVCC's Strategic Goals by fostering an exemplary work environment, and a culture of belonging that empowers learning, workplace satisfaction, and opportunities for career success.
We work to cultivate a talent pool that is reflective of our student population and the communities we serve and ensure that college policies, procedures, practices and processes support employee wellbeing, productivity, and institutional efficiencies.
For more information, see Strategic Goals 3 and 4: Community Impact
If you need assistance with an HR matter, please contact a member of our team.
Left to right: LaMara Hester, HR Benefits Specialist, Ashleigh Toms, Payroll & HRIS Specialist, Jaime Avant, HR Talent Management Specialist, Kim Van Savage, Associate Vice President of Human Resources, Ryan Emison, Federal Work-study Coordinator, Nuelle Johnson, Human Resources Coordinator
Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Organizational Charts(Updated 4/24/26)
Careers at PVCC
We value and support the diversity of our students, faculty, and staff. We seek to promote an understanding and appreciation of differences by creating an inclusive environment embracing individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and aspirations. Piedmont Virginia Community College is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core value.
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. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Human Resources Director, 501 College Dr., Main Building, Room M132, Charlottesville, VA 22902; 434.961.6567.
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs, please contact us at 434-961-6567 or email Human Resources.
Virginia Values Veterans (V3): We are a "Virginia Values Veterans" (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29 (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we ask you to respond accordingly on your state application.
Employment Verifications: PVCC Human Resources does not perform employment verifications over the phone. The request and a signed release can be emailed to Human Resources. You will receive a reply within two business days.
Contact Human Resources for questions regarding careers at PVCC.
New Employees
New hire orientation is held twice per year, in January and August. Be on the lookout for an invitation.
New Employee Welcome Presentation January 2026
DHRM Classified Employee Handbook
Faculty Development and Evaluation Plan
Classified Performance Evaluation Process
Contact Human Resources for questions regarding new employment.
Employee Benefits
Designation of Beneficiary - VRS
Designation of Beneficiary - MissionSquare
Designation of Beneficiary - TIAA
PVCC Tuition Waiver (Opportunity Knocks)
These are continuous learning credit courses offered at PVCC to employees at no cost (tuition waiver). The courses may be job-related or just for learning. Employees may not register until the first week of classes unless they are in a degree-granting program.
- New and current full-time employees, hourly employees with three months of service, and adjunct faculty with one semester of service are eligible to apply for Opportunity Knocks.
- Adjunct faculty are eligible to apply for a tuition waiver for courses taken in any semester in which they have an active teaching assignment.
- Student workers whose primary status with PVCC is as a student are not eligible for Opportunity Knocks.
- Employees may take up to six credit hours per semester.
- Employees should complete the Opportunity Knocks Request Form and submit it to their immediate supervisor, who will obtain approvals from appropriate President’s Staff members.
- Human Resources will notify employees when the approval has been received. Employees may then register for the course(s) during the first week of class.
Educational Assistance
This is financial support to employees for approved educational courses at other accredited colleges or universities for the acquisition of job-related degrees, professional certifications, or licenses. Requests must be submitted by July 1 for Fall semester, December 1 for Spring semester and May 1 for Summer semester.
- Full-time classified staff and teaching, professional, and administrative faculty are eligible.
- New employees have a one-year waiting period for financial educational assistance. Repayment to the College must be made if the employee leaves employment within one year of completing the course(s).
- Employees should submit the PVCC Educational Assistance Request form each semester to their immediate supervisor, who will obtain approvals from appropriate President’s Staff members.
- Financial assistance is limited to six credit hours per semester.
- The College will pay for the actual cost up to a maximum of $500/credit hour for graduate courses and $250/credit hour for undergraduate courses, not to exceed $5,250 per year (fall/spring/summer semesters combined).
- Books, supplies, travel or other related costs are not covered.
- Employees pay for courses up-front and, after submitting a grade report showing satisfactory completion of the course and a tuition receipt to Human Resources, will be reimbursed at the end of the semester.
- Satisfactory completion requires a grade of “C” or higher for undergraduate courses and “B” or higher for graduate courses.
Additional information can be found by viewing the complete Educational Assistance Policy.
Classified Staff Development
Full-time Classified Staff may request funding for professional development activities. This would include but is not limited to training that is necessary to maintain a job required certification. Employees should complete the Classified Staff Development Request & Approval Form and submit it to their immediate supervisor, who will obtain approvals from appropriate President’s Staff members.
Contact Human Resources for questions about employee benefits.
Employee Perks & Discounts
Including but not limited to: Fitness Center, Tennis Courts, Basketball Courts, Soccer/Football Field, Disc Golf, Pickle Ball, Walking Trails, Meditation Room, Dickinson Theater, Jessup Library, Community Garden, All-Family Picnic, and Staff Appreciation Picnic.
Payroll Services
To access your paystubs or tax information, visit Cardinal. Email Human Resources if you need assistance signing in.
Leave Programs
Classified Staff Leave Policies
Virginia Sick and Disability Program
Faculty Sick Leave Policy with Optional Retirement Plan