Veteran Services Advisor- VA - Veteran Services

Central Texas College • Killeen, TX

400d • $29,120 - $29,120

About The Position

The Veteran Services Advisor at Central Texas College is responsible for certifying students applying for VA educational benefits, providing guidance and information to students, and ensuring timely documentation for VA certification. This role involves collaboration with various departments and educational institutions to support veterans in their educational pursuits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Four years wage earning clerical experience or certification/successful completion of relevant trade school with at least one year wage earning clerical experience.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of various software programs including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Docs.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience in student services preferred.
• Knowledge of Veteran Educational benefits preferred.
• Knowledge of VA certifying software (VA-Once) and Ellucian's Colleague system is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Certify all students applying for VA educational benefits to the appropriate VA Offices.
• Provide student appointments to obtain necessary information to complete their file.
• Document transactions and upload required documentation timely for VA certification in the students file.
• Verification of student degree plans and educational transcripts.
• Prepare correspondence relative to Veteran Educational Benefits.
• Provide Veteran Educational Benefit information to students visiting the campus and on local high school campuses.
• Verify enrollment to the Veterans Administration as requested by VA.
• Work closely with essential departments on campus and other educational institutions.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full-time position with a competitive hourly rate of $14.00.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED