Coordinator, VETS Center

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holiday pay

Tuition reduction

Job summary

The University of Arizona is seeking a Programs Coordinator for Veterans Education & Transition Services (VETS). The role will supervise VA Work Study students, oversee VETS social media, and coordinate unit activities and external communications.

Responsibilities include event planning, policy evaluation, and collaboration with partners to expand program impact. A strong focus on organization and adherence to university procedures is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Experience with program management and coordinating events is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all planning and logistics for VETS events, including budgets and vendor relations.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to expand program reach and impact.
• Evaluate policies to identify biases and barriers and improve processes.
• Supervise and train VA Work Study students and manage time sheets and contracts.
• Maintain unit lists, directories, and calendars; assist with reporting and compliance.

Skills

Knowledge of University systems

Knowledge of VA Benefits

Effective communication

Organization & detail orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

This position is responsible for the development and implementation of Veterans Education & Transition Services (VETS) program. This includes supervising and training the VA Work Study program students, oversight of VETS social media platforms and accounts, and all other coordination functions of the unit to include correspondence with internal and external agencies. The position reports to the Director of VETS.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Coordinationof VETS (Veterans Education & Transition Services) Center Program

• Participate inall planning and logistics for VETS events including managing budgets andworking with vendors.
• Collaboratewith internal and external partners to expand program reach and impact.
• Evaluatepolicies and practices to identify and address potential biases and barriers.

ProgramManagement

• Maintain unitlistservs, phone contacts, directories, shared drives, mailboxes, officesupplies and equipment, student position postings etc.
• Assist theDirector with annual SSF funding and reporting.
• Serve as a Purchase Card holder ensuring proper P-Card usage and reporting, including collecting/uploading receipts, making departmental orders.
• Manage department calendar.

VA Work StudyProgram Site Supervisor

• Serve assupervisor for approximately 30 VA Work Study students including managingcontracts and time sheets for work studies.
• Responsible fornew hire training and directing daily tasks.
• Serve as SiteSupervisor for Department of Veterans Affairs Work Study Program within VETS.
• Submitcontracts and hours sheets for all work studies.
• Mitigate payissues, if they arise.

Knowledge,Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge ofUniversity systems and processes.
• Knowledge ofuniversity policies and procedures to include UA Foundation.
• Knowledge ofVeterans benefits and VA.
• Ability to communicateeffectively with various groups.
• Ability in giving direction and monitoring progress of delegation.
• Highlyorganized and detail oriented.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor'sdegree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional levelexperience required.
• Minimum of 3years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education andwork experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Program management experience.
• Experience with Microsoft office, marketing, budgeting and planning of larger scale events.
• Experience working with military connected students and agencies.
• Experience with the Department of Veterans Affairs: specifically, policies and procedures for work site supervisor and VA Benefits.

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Student Services

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$47,356 - $59,195

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

6

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator .

Career Stream and Level

PC2

Job Family

Student Services Admin

Job Function

Student Services

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

10/5/2026

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

[e-mail]

Open Date

9/4/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [e-mail].