MVSC Assistant Director

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Nebraska; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ample paid time off

Comprehensive insurance options

Employee & dependent scholarship program

Generous retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking an Assistant Director to lead VA certification and reporting efforts. This role includes supervising the Veteran Benefits Specialist and overseeing student development programs catering to military-connected individuals.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and have at least two years’ experience working with military students. Strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities are essential for this position. The university offers comprehensive benefits, including ample paid time off and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience working with military connected individuals.
• Expertise in student academic success strategies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Lead VA certification and reporting efforts.
• Supervise the Veteran Benefits Specialist.
• Facilitate student academic and career development programs.

Skills

Student support strategies

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Word processing software

Database management systems

Student management systems

Job description

Position Overview

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Assistant Director leads all efforts with VA certification and reporting, tuition assistance education, and military & veteran student transition efforts. The candidate supervises the Veteran Benefits Specialist, oversees the NCTA MOU and is responsible for initiating and supervising the VA‑funded work‑study students. Additional duties include supervising and coordinating the Military and Veteran Success Center (MVSC) student academic and career development programs, supervising student academic mentors, facilitating students’ self‑exploration, career identification, and applications for internships and careers, and overseeing MVSC’s participation in university and community job fairs and hiring events for military‑connected students. The Assistant Director actively collaborates with faculty and staff to support and advocate for military‑connected students, maintains and develops relationships with outside veteran agencies, assists the Executive Director with university and off‑campus liaison efforts, and participates in yearly program assessment and development to enhance recruitment, retention, and graduation rates for military‑connected students. Additional duties include performing administrative tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education
• Generous retirement plans with university match

Equity Statement

As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, psychology, or related liberal arts field and two (2) years’ experience working with military connected individuals.
• Expertise in strategies and best practices for supporting students’ academic success.
• Proficiency with word processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation and student management/course management systems essential.
• Ability to effectively problem‑solve, think critically, and communicate effectively with college students and staff in situations of shared responsibility and confidentiality.
• Must be able to work independently and within a team environment.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to supervise, mentor, and evaluate regular staff, graduate, and undergraduate student staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in higher education administration, college student personnel, counseling, education, sociology or related.
• Three (3) years’ post‑graduation experience in academic coaching, academic advising, or student support services.
• VA Certifying Official