| Job Summary/Basic Function: |
Reports to the Director of Counseling and Testing and is responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:
- Assist in the certification of enrollment for veteran and military-affiliated students eligible fof VA educational benefits.
- Review and verify student eligibility for various VA educational benefit programs.
- Provide guidance and academic advising to students regarding available educational benefits, application procedures, and college degree program requirements.
- Develop and implement the College’s continuity plan for military PLA awards.
- Support the SCO in maintaining compliance with VA regulations, institutional policies and accreditations standards related to educational benefits.
- Ensure accurate and timely submission of enrollment certifications and other required documentation to the VA and other relevant agencies.
- Stay updated on changes to VA policies and procedures affecting educational benefits and certification requirements.
- Maintain detailed and accurate records of veteran and military-affiliated students’ enrollment, certification status, and VA benefits usage.
- Generate and assist in auditing enrollment and certification data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
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| Physical Demands: |
Able to traverse campus, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, bending, vision, hearing, and talking.
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| Minimum Qualifications: |
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge of VA educational benefits programs, policies and regulations preferred.
- Experience working in higher education settings, particularly in roles related to student services or verterans affairs, is highly desirable.
- Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse student populations, staff, and external stakeholders.
- Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Office suite and student information systems.
- Commitment to providing exceptional services and support to veteran and military-affiliated students.
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| Desirable Qualifications: |
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| Posting Date: |
06/11/2024 |
| Closing Date: |
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| Open Until Filled: |
Yes |
| First Pool Date: |
06/21/2024 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
1. Applicants must include a minimum of three (3) professional references in the reference section of the application.
2. An official transcript documenting the advertised minimum education requirement, is required upon hire. If your college/university is not from a US awarding institution, you must have your education credentials evaluated by a company that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Please refer to the NACES website for further information (www.naces.org ).
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