Veteran and Military Affairs Program Coordinator

University of Colorado System; Allenspark (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

EcoPass for RTD rides

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Colorado Boulder’s Office of Veteran and Military Affairs is seeking applications for a VMA Program Coordinator. This role serves as a University Certifying Official, ensuring accurate VA benefit administration and compliance with Department of Education/VA rules while supporting student veterans and dependents.

The position collaborates with CU Boulder offices to facilitate smooth transitions for veterans, maintains enrollment data, and aids in audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• As a University Certifying Official, ensure accurate release of information and compliance with VA, state, and university rules.
• Assist the VMA staff and support enrollment data submission to the VA for tuition and fee payments.
• Monitor student progress, report retention and graduation rates, and assist during VA financial audits.
• Maintain CU Boulder course catalog compliance with VA regulations and update data in CMS and VMA website.
• Collaborate with CU Boulder offices, colleges, and schools to support student veterans and dependents.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

CU-SIS

VA Enrollment Manager

OnBase Workflow

CU Data

Job description

Job Summary

The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs, (VMA) at the University of Colorado, Boulder is seeking applications fora VMA Program Coordinator! This position isresponsible for assisting VMA fulltime staff and serves as aUniversity Certifying Official. This role ensures the accuraterelease of information by having thorough knowledge of the VeteransAdministration, the State of Colorado, and University rules,regulations, and procedures for program compliance. Perhaps mostimportantly, this position provides friendly, efficient, and timelysupport to student veterans and veteran dependent students. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with allapplicable federal, state, and local laws governingnondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating aworkplace where all individuals are treated with respect anddignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.

Who We Are

The Divisionof Student Life consists of 36 departments that provide studentsupport and services dedicated to helping students becomesuccessful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CUBoulder. Veteran and Military Affairs assists with pay, programs, policy,information and support for prospective and current studentveterans and veteran dependents. Staff understand that veterans andmilitary members living, working and receiving their education atCU Boulder are a valued and vital component of our campuscommunity. They also recognize their special circumstances and theneed for a successful transition into our campus environment, andsupport throughout their academic journey.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Fiscal Responsibility, Quality Improvement and StudentSupport:

• As a University Certifying Official, this position will use resources provided by the Department of Education, Department of Defense, and Department of Veterans Affairs.
• Ensure adherence to the Department of Veterans Affairs and Colorado State Approval Agency regulations to support students who receive VA educational benefits.
• Assist the VMA Educational Benefits Program Manager in verifying and submitting enrollment data to the VA for tuition and fee payments to CU Boulder.
• Monitor student academic success progress, report retention and graduation rates and assist during VA financial audits.
• Ensure that the CU Boulder academic course catalog is in full compliance with VA regulations.
• Interact with new students, prospective students, and parents both in the office and via phone and email inquiries to VMA.

Data Management:

• Perform life cycle support on the VMA Bundle 30 Enrollment Certification Manager workflow system, including updates to maintain compatibility with VA administrative and IT requirements.
• Assist with maintaining accurate data on student veterans and veteran dependents.
• Assist with maintenance and updates, using the University's Content Management System, to apply on the VMA website, as information and processes change.

• Help establish and maintain processes for accurately identifying and reporting students under academic probation or suspension according to VA regulations.
• Assist with creating and maintaining an early warning system to identify and contact student veterans and veteran dependents who might be struggling academically.
• Collaborate with other CU Boulder Offices, colleges, and schools to support current and prospective student veterans and veteran dependents.

Professional Development and other duties as assigned:

• Participate in training seminars, conferences, committee meetings, and other meetings for professional development.
• Continually learn new laws and program guidelines.

What We Can Offer

• The annual salary range for this position is $47,900 -$53,900.
• Onboarding assistance is available within Student Life divisionguidelines.
• Our outstanding benefits include:
  • Paid days off: 22 vacation days, 15 sick leave days, and 11holidays per year.
  • Access to medical, vision, dental and life insurance.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • A 10% employer contribution retirement plan.
  • EcoPass for free RTD rides.
  • Opportunity for career growth within the division of studentlife and the CU Boulder campus!

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder , we arecommitted to supporting the holistic health and well-being of ouremployees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical,dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuitionassistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for localtransit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulderoffers an inspiring academic community and access to world-classoutdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's BestLarge Employers , ranking #4 among large employers in Coloradoand #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks andprograms through the CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be collaborative. Be supportive. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited 4-year institution of higher education, or equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.

What You Will Need

• A strong dedication to customer service.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of the organization.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Strong understanding of the Microsoft Office suite and AdobeAcrobat.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal directsupervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of CU-SIS (Campus Solutions), VA Enrollment Manager(EM), CU Data and OnBase Workflow / imaging systems.

Please apply by November 16, 2026 for consideration.