Full-Time Veteran Affairs Specialist

State-of-Georgi; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlanta Technical College is seeking a Full-Time Veteran Affairs Specialist to support daily office operations, manage intake, and serve as the main advisor for Chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation students at the main campus south of Downtown Atlanta.

You will engage with veterans and military-connected learners, plan events like the Veterans Day program, and collaborate with Financial Aid to track service member funding. This role emphasizes advocacy and program delivery.

Qualifications

• Must possess an Associate’s degree AND 3 years of related work experience.
• Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.
• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years working with military or veteran populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage intake procedures for all military-affiliated students and dependents seeking benefits or center services.
• Represent the Veterans Center at recruitment and outreach events (job fairs, college fairs).
• Plan and facilitate resource events and student activities, including Veterans Day program.
• Deliver New Student Orientation presentations for military-connected learners.
• Advise Chapter 31-Vocational Rehabilitation students and manage their benefit certifications.
• Collaborate with Financial Aid to track support for service members with Service-Cancelable Loans.
• Assist with TA platforms and DoD platforms to assist student funding requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal relations

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Full-Time Veteran Affairs SpecialistAgency:Atlanta Technical CollegeJob Requisition ID:JR0000003347Shift:Day (United States of America)Compensation Details:$48,000 ANNUALLYJob Description:Atlanta Technical College (ATC) is seeking highly qualified applicants for its Full-Time Veteran Affairs Specialist position in the Academic and Student Affairs division. This position is located at Atlanta Tech’s Main campus just south of Downtown Atlanta.Under general supervision of the Director of the Student Services, Full-Time Veteran Affairs Specialist position supports daily office operations, manages the intake process, and serves as the main advisor for Chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation students. This role enhances student engagement, outreach, and administrative support for benefits processing.Duties and responsibilities include, but may not limited to, the following:Manage intake procedures for all military-affiliated students and dependents seeking benefits or center services.Represent the Veterans Center at recruitment and outreach events, including job fairs, college fairs, and community engagements.Plan, organize, and facilitate resource events and student activities, including the annual Veterans Day program and other key initiatives.Support the Coordinator in the delivery of veteran-focused programming and student support services.Develop and deliver New Student Orientation (NSO) presentations specific to military-connected learners.Serve as advisor and main point of contact for Chapter 31-Vocational Rehabilitation students, including processing benefit certifications and managing a dedicated case load.Collaborate with the Office of Financial Aid to ensure proper tracking and support for service members using Service-Cancelable Loans.Assist with managing TA platforms and workflows to streamline the student experience; overseeing the Department of Defense platforms for each service branch to ensure students can successfully request funding; andPerform other duties as assigned.COMPETENCIES:Knowledge of student financial aid processes and proceduresKnowledge of college, state and federal student financial aid programs, regulations and guidelinesKnowledge of relevant federal and state regulationsSkill in the operation of computers and job-related software programsDecision making and problem-solving skillsSkill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the publicOral and written communication skillsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Must possess and demonstrate an Associate’s degree AND Three ( 3 ) years of related work experience** Note: Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basisPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Preference may be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, possess and demonstrate a Bachelor’s degree AND minimum of Two ( 2 ) years working with military or veteran populations, preferably in a higher education setting .*** May be required to work at other locations and other locations within the community***PLEASE UPLOAD A RESUME, TRANSCRIPTS(S) AND CERTIFICATIONS.BACKGROUND SCREENINGS ARE CONDUCTED PRIOR TO SCREENING.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for the next steps in the selection process.*This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. *EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:As set forth in its student catalog, Atlanta Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). For further information regarding these laws (Title VI and IX) contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Atlanta Technical College, Cleveland Dennard Center, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: [e-mail] . To request reasonable accommodations upon enrollment (Section 504/ADA), contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Atlanta Technical College, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: [e-mail] . Faculty and staff with questions about equity or reasonable accommodation should contact Georgina Dumay, Director, Human Resources, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite 180A, Atlanta Technical College 1560 Metropolitan Pkwy. SW, Atlanta Georgia 30310. [e-mail] .Do not send résumés to any of the email addressed above, they will not be opened or reviewed.Minimum Qualifications:Associate s degree *and* Three (3) years of related work experience - -Note: Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.