Military & Veteran Student Success Architect

Jobtailor; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Academic Advisor to support military and veteran students. The role focuses on enrollment strategies, degree planning, and coordinating TA/GI Bill benefits, with on-site duties at Fallon NAS and campus outreach.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s in Education or Counseling and 3+ years in student services, advising, or program development, plus strong data-analysis skills and collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• : Must have a Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling or related field
• : Three years of related professional experience in student services, academic counseling/advising and/or program development
• : Substitution rules may apply for education/experience
• : Minimum of an Associate’s Degree is required when substituting education and experience
• : Knowledge of TA, GI Bill Benefits, and National Guard
• : Knowledge of program planning/development and evaluation
• : Knowledge of data analysis and assessment methods
• : Knowledge of NSHE system policies and practices
• : Familiarity with WNC’s service area and demographics
• : Proficiency with spreadsheets and databases
• : Proficiency with various technology platforms
• : Cultural competence and diversity awareness
• : Strong communication, project management, and confidentiality
• : Resume and three references required
• : Work eligibility in the United States without visa sponsorship
• : Criminal background check may be required
• : Official transcript may be required for credential verification

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for military- and veteran-related inquiries and academic advising.
• Advise active-duty service members, veterans, dependents, civilian employees, and general population students on degree, transfer, career, and credit-for-prior-learning pathways.
• Provide on-site advising at Fallon Naval Air Station
• Lead program evaluation and develop annual reports, performance metrics, and continuous improvement strategies
• Oversee Military and Veteran One-Stops in Carson and Fallon, including staffing, budgets, and VA work-study contracts
• Develop onboarding tools including checklists, orientations, and resource guides
• Track and support Tuition Assistance students
• Represent the college at veteran-focused events and outreach activities

Skills

Academic Advising

Program Development

Data Analysis

Enrollment Strategies

Performance Metrics

Tuition Assistance Knowledge

Veteran Benefits Knowledge

Database Management

Spreadsheets Proficiency

Report Writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or Counseling

Associate’s Degree (substitution requirement)

Tools

MyCAA Systems

Technology Platforms

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Academic Advisor to support military and veteran students. The role focuses on enrollment strategies, degree planning, and coordinating TA/GI Bill benefits, with on-site duties at Fallon NAS and campus outreach.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s in Education or Counseling and 3+ years in student services, advising, or program development, plus strong data-analysis skills and collaborative mindset.