Veteran Services Associate (VSA)

Position Summary :

The Veteran Services Associate enhances and supports the veteran student experience at the Campus. The position serves as one the campus' school certifying officials, processing enrollment certifications, notices of change of enrollment, and periodic verification of pursuit training.

Example of Job Duties :

Under the direction of the Campus Dean of Students & Faculty, the Veteran Services Associate accountable for providing academic advising and retention strategies for veteran students in various academic areas.

through these essential functions :

• Guide veteran students to appropriate resources concerning college admission application processes, available educational benefits for veterans and dependents, and applying for educational benefits online.
• Review and evaluate academic and military transcripts, verify credit transfer, and provide curriculum checks to ensure degree track, and graduation requirements are aligned,
• Coordinate with appropriate college departments for testing, academic advising, campus life and student support services and other college departments for the success and retention of veteran students,
• Coach College staff on veteran educational policy and procedure and distributes timely updates,
• Serve as liaison between Capital Community College and Veteran community partners,
• Maintain institutional and veteran data for reporting to administration, community partners, and appropriate reporting agencies, and
• Represent Capital Community College at various community veteran and military functions / events as appropriate.

This posting includes qualifications, experience and skills but is not limited to the full specifications stated in the job description.

Incumbents must possess proven ability to effectively work with a culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and student.

They are expected to have excellent oral and written communication skills along with strong Information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.).

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties.

Incumbents are required to have demonstrated advanced knowledge and abilities in the following :

• One (1) or more years' experience in student services, advisement, or other higher education related field.
• Experience with Veteran Services.

Substitutions Allowed :

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and by providing appropriate references.

Exceptions to the degree requirements may be made for compelling reasons.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience using Banner student system.
• Special consideration given to military veterans.
• One (1) year community college experience.
• An understanding of the mission of the community college is essential.
• Demonstrated involvement in support of diversity, demonstrated ability to respond to and work with multiple constituencies, and demonstrated computer literacy.

Salary : $37.48 hourly.

$37.48 hourly.