Veterans Center Program Coordinator

Central Washington University • Ellensburg, WA

374d • $41,724 - $55,584

About The Position

The Veterans Center Program Coordinator at Central Washington University plays a crucial role in supporting veteran students by coordinating operations within the Veterans Center, assisting with VA Education Benefits, and connecting students to campus and community resources. This position involves extensive interaction with students, staff, and the public, focusing on enhancing the educational experience for veterans and promoting mental health awareness within the community.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Experience working with veterans or in a higher education setting.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with VA Education Benefits and regulations.
• Knowledge of mental health resources for veterans.
• Familiarity with program coordination and event planning.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and organize procedural operations within the Veterans Center.
• Assist students with navigating their VA Education Benefits.
• Connect students to other campus or community resources.
• Coordinate programming for veteran students and the greater campus community regarding veteran mental health.
• Serve as an additional School Certifying Official (SCO) and assist with the certifying process quarter-to-quarter.
• Review files of newly reported enrollment to VA and move documents to the permanent student file.
• Evaluate compliance with programs and courses in which veterans are enrolled.
• Provide information on various GI Bills to prospective and currently enrolled student veterans and their family members.
• Counsel veterans and family members concerning VA regulations and requirements for receiving VA benefit payments.
• Advise students regarding the effective utilization of Federal assistance available.
• Assist with obtaining required documentation from students and maintain accurate electronic files.
• Maintain digital files to ensure programs are consistent with audit practices and records retention standards.
• Monitor current student data and deactivate students upon discontinuation of enrollment, graduation, or academic withdrawal.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Retirement and optional savings plans
• Tuition assistance for employees and dependents
• Discounts across town
• Employee assistance program for counseling
• Wellness incentive program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees