Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod

Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod

Veterans Services Coordinator - Enrollment and Retention

University of Wisconsin Whitewater

No sponsorship$48k-$55kDetected 21 days ago
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About the role

  • This position reports to the Director of Veteran, Military and Adult Student Services.
  • Certification & Benefit Administration Serve as the institution's designated School Certifying Official (SCO) for federal and state veteran educational benefit programs.
  • Certify student enrollments, tuition, fees, and academic program information through VA, Department of Defense, and State of Wisconsin systems.

Responsibilities

  • Student Support & Veteran Programming
  • Support the development of a welcoming and supportive environment for veteran and military affiliated students.
  • Manage the VA Work-Study Program, including student eligibility verification, hiring documentation, timesheet review, work assignments, and communication with the Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • Collaborate with various campus offices to connect and serve students and dependents as recruitment and orientation events.
  • Support both Whitewater and Rock County campuses with physical representation and connection to students.
  • Provide support with student programming, campus and community events related to veteran and military affiliated students.
  • Contributes to the development, execution, and review of programs and services designed to meet unit objectives
  • Provides students connections to campus resources, advising, and community building opportunities to foster student success and sense of belonging
  • Collaborate with campus and community resources when serving students.
  • Maintain accurate, audit ready records in accordance with VA and state regulatory requirements.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Experience handling confidential information with professional discretion.
  • Experience working with student information systems, Microsoft Office applications, and web-based systems.

Nice to have

  • Experience with business process analysis.
  • Experience with PeopleSoft software.
  • Strong knowledge of general office policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • A strong commitment to excellence in public service and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative and culturally diverse environment.
  • Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills
  • Only complete application packages will be considered.
  • Cover letter/letter of interest

Compensation

  • Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within the range of $ 48,000 - $55,000 commensurate with the candidate's education, related experience, and qualifications.

Benefits

  • Certification & Benefit Administration
  • Serve as the institution's designated School Certifying Official (SCO) for federal and state veteran educational benefit programs.
  • Provide guidance to veterans, military affiliated students, spouses, and dependents regarding educational benefits eligibility, certification procedures, and required documentation.
  • Assist students in understanding the appropriate use of federal, tuition assistance, and state educational benefits.
  • Manage timely reporting for Federal and State Military Tuition Assistance programs.
  • Develop, document, and maintain operational procedures, certification timelines, and internal controls related to veteran educational benefits processing.
  • Ensure institutional readiness and consistency in veteran educational benefit certification operations and to ensure continued compliance.
  • Manages benefit eligibility, benefit advising, and accurate delivery of benefits for military connected individuals
  • Serves as a unit liaison to internal and external stakeholder groups, providing information and education on military connected students
  • UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package.
  • If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or hr@uww.edu.
  • It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System.
  • Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education.

Company info

  • The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus Universities of Wisconsin ( https://www.wisconsin.edu ).

Visa & Work Authorization

  • University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position.
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