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Associate - Entry-Level

Virginia State Corporation Commission
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Entry-Level Full-Time Positions at the SCC

Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $49,900 - $55,000

Starting Salary Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience

The State Corporation Commission (SCC) is seeking upcoming college graduates interested in pursuing a rewarding public-service career! The SCC offers entry-level opportunities such as Associate Analysts, Auditors, Examiners, Investigators, and more. These positions offer on the job training as well as professional development opportunities including job-related certifications and designations. The SCC also offers career advancement and a flexible hybrid telework schedule (generally 2 days in the office, 3 days of telework each week).

This is a general ad highlighting potential entry-level roles at the SCC. When submitting your resume and unofficial transcript, your application materials are entered into a general applicant pool. Should a role become available that matches your program of study/experience a member of our HR team will reach out.

The SCC posts specific positions on Handshake and our SCC Career Center site as they become available and qualified candidates are also encouraged to apply directly to positions of interest. https://careercenter.scc.virginia.gov. To be considered for a position posted on the SCC Career Center website, candidates must apply directly on the website to that position to be considered. 

We actively seek graduates with degrees in the below academic programs:  

  • Accounting 
  • Business 
  • Computer Science 
  • Cyber Security 
  • Economics 
  • Engineering 
  • Finance 
  • Math/Statistics 
  • Information Systems 
  • Law 
  • Criminal Justice & Homeland Security  
  • Other degree programs focused in:
    • Energy
    • Insurance  
    • Banking  
    • Investments  

SCC Overview:

Located in downtown Richmond, Virginia, the SCC is a state agency with regulatory authority over many business and economic interests in Virginia. More information about the SCC may be found on our website: www.scc.virginia.gov. 

The SCC offers rewarding, impactful work; flexible telework options and work-life balance; and professional development opportunities. The SCC fosters a high-performing workforce with a commitment to diversity and inclusion, collaboration, and alignment with the SCC’s mission and strategic goals. Core benefits provided to SCC employees include competitive health and life insurance programs, pre-tax spending accounts, leave programs, and paid holidays. Employees participate in a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. The state also funds a short and long-term disability program.

Division staff members will provide on-the-job training to entry level employees entering the Assistant/Associate roles. A variety of professional development and training opportunities are offered to early career professionals and there are established career ladder in place for most positions. These positions offer remote work options. Some positions will eventually include some limited travel both in and out-of-state. (Note: Due to COVID-19 the SCC has temporarily suspended travel for some sections)

The SCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Military veterans and national service alumni are encouraged to apply. The SCC uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization and does not provide sponsorship. If requested, the SCC will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of accommodation in order to provide access to the application and interview process. A background investigation is conducted on the selected candidate as a condition of employment. 

These positions will be classified in the SCC Salary Structure as a Grade P-7 and will be non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Anticipated graduation dates between May 2023 - May 2024
  • A bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited college or university in an academic program listed above
  • Proficiency with general office software applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and concisely
  • The ability to work effectively as a team member and to establish and maintain effective working relationships within the SCC, divisions and with outside constituents
  • Strong judgment and decision-making skills, organizational skills, dependability, and the ability to multi-task are also important                 

How to Apply                                                     

Qualified candidates may submit a resume and unofficial transcript via Handshake for our general applicant pool for potential available positions. The SCC posts specific positions on Handshake and our SCC Career Center site as they become available and qualified candidates are also encouraged to apply directly to positions of interest. https://careercenter.scc.virginia.gov. To be considered for a position posted on the SCC Career Center website, candidates must apply directly on the website to that position to be considered.