Military and Veterans Support Services Coordinator (VLD)

State of Georgia; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College seeks a dedicated Military and Veterans Support Services Coordinator to serve Veterans, active-duty personnel, spouses, and dependents transitioning from military life to civilian education. The role requires coordination of resources, advising, and collaboration with local agencies.

Reporting to the Director of Military and Veterans Services, the coordinator will travel among campuses, manage records, partner with agencies, and support recruitment while

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree required and three years of related experience.
• A combination of related education and experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience servicing Veterans, active-duty personnel, spouses, and dependents preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as VA certifying official.
• Administer National Testing Center (CLEP, DANTES, Pearson Vue, etc.).
• Update Banner and Target X as needed.
• Provide academic advising to Veterans and eligible students.
• Respond to inquiries via a multi-line phone system.
• Foster a welcoming environment for students and external/internal customers.
• Maintain accurate student records and supervise VA work-study students.
• Participate in recruitment activities and travel to Wiregrass campuses.
• Collaborate with local agencies related to military and Veterans programs.

Skills

Advising

Veterans services knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

Banner

Target X

Elucian

Enrollment Manager

KMS

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: Military and Veterans Support Services Coordinator (VLD) Agency: Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Job Requisition ID: JR0000007235 Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: $45,500/YR.

Job Description

The Military and Veterans Support Services Coordinator will be responsible for providing services to Veterans, active-duty, reservists, spouses and dependents interested in attending Wiregrass Georgia Technical College. The Military and Veterans Services office will provide resources and appropriate outreach to potential and current students to ensure an easy transition from military life to the civilian sector.

Responsibilities

• VA certifying official
• National Testing Center administrator (CLEP, DANTES, Pearson Vue, etc.)
• Banner and Target X updates
• Advising
• answering a multi-line phone system
• creating a welcoming environment for current students, potential students, external and internal customers
• filing and maintaining accurate student records
• supervising VA work study students
• participation in recruitment activities
• frequent travel to all Wiregrass campuses
• collecting incoming documentation
• partnering with local agencies which relate to military/Veterans
• performs all duties assigned

The Coordinator reports directly to the Director, Military and Veterans Services.

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College seeks to recruit, hire, and retain faculty and staff who display a willingness to support students of underrepresented gender and minority groups, as well as students with disabilities. All employees of the college are required to participate fully in the realization of equity in recruitment, enrollment, retention, graduation, and placement of students enrolled or who seek to become enrolled in programs at the college, with a special emphasis on nontraditional program participants.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform the duties of this position successfully, the incumbent must have the appropriate work experience, hold the appropriate certification and credentials, and be able to perform each key position duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please contact [e-mail] to request accommodations.

Summary of Working Conditions

Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, Regular use of college owned or personal vehicle for performance of duties. Working Conditions: Category III - No foreseen exposure to hazardous chemicals/pathogens. Probability of working beyond the normal shift, but not frequently. Periodic travel within 30 minutes of the assigned campus.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s Degree from an academic institution accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education *and* Three (3) years of related experience. **NOTE: A combination of related experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior military service
• Knowledge of Veterans benefit programs
• private and public resources available for Veterans
• Organization skills and leadership abilities for a diverse group
• Computer knowledge/utilization of Banner, Target X, Elucian, Enrollment Manager, and KMS

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior military service
• Knowledge of Veterans benefit programs
• private and public resources available for Veterans
• Organization skills and leadership abilities for a diverse group
• Computer knowledge/utilization of Banner, Target X, Elucian, Enrollment Manager, and KMS

Salary / Benefits

Salary is $45,500/yr.. This position is full-time and includes standard State of GA benefits such as 13 paid holidays, Paid Parental Support Leave, Maternal Birth Leave, other leave accruals, options for health & other supplemental benefits, and retirement. This position may qualify the successful candidate for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. This position is funded in whole or in part by State/Local/Tuition funds.

Background Investigations

Pursuant to college policy, a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history records check and employment history reference checks will be performed for all candidates offered employment. Other checks such as Motor Vehicle Records may be conducted for any candidate receiving an offer, as well as internal candidates prior to being promoted or transferred into a position with the college.

Other Required Tests

No additional tests are required for this position. Should a candidate be chosen for a 2nd interview, references which support prior work history and employment experience will be contacted. Please note that some employers charge a processing fee to complete employment verifications. If a former employer requires payment to complete employment verification forms, this fee must be paid by the candidate. For positions requiring official transcripts, the candidate will be responsible for ordering and payment for these transcripts. Wiregrass is responsible for payments for criminal history searches, MVR searches, credit checks, and other items listed in the required tests portion above.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

As set forth in its student catalog, Wiregrass Georgia Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Any violation or questions may be directed to: Shalonda Sanders, Title IX Coordinator (all campuses), Vice President for Human Resources and Operations, Valdosta Campus, Brooks Hall, Room Rm. 548, [phone] or [e-mail]; OR Katrina Royal, Student ADA Section 504 Coordinator (all campuses), Dean for Student Engagement, Valdosta Campus, Berrien Hall, Room 100, [phone] ext. 1236 or [e-mail] *student ADA student disability claims only. Telephone numbers are accessible to persons who are deaf or hard of hearing through the Georgia Relay by dialing 711 or 1-800-255-0056 from a TTY/TDD.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree from an academic institution accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education*and* Three (3) years of related experience.--Note: An equivalent combination of education and job specific experience that provided the knowledge, experience and competencies required to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted on a year-over-year basis.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The 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.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.