Veteran Benefits Certifier & Compliance Liaison

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Reno (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous retirement plan

No state income tax

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a Veteran Benefits Certifying Official to administer and certify veterans’ education benefits in accordance with VA regulations and institutional policies. This role will serve as the primary liaison between the university, student veterans and dependents, and external agencies to ensure accurate certification and timely payments.

The VBCO will provide high-quality customer service to military-affiliated students, ensuring regulatory compliance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years related experience, or Master’s with 1+ year.
• Experience in higher education administration, academic advising, student services, registrar, financial aid, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Administer and certify veterans’ education benefits.
• Ensure compliance with VA regulations and institutional policies.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the institution, student veterans, dependents, and external agencies.
• Ensure accurate certification and timely payments.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree + 2 yrs

Master’s Degree + 1 yr

Job description

The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a Veteran Benefits Certifying Official to administer and certify veterans’ education benefits in accordance with VA regulations and institutional policies. This role will serve as the primary liaison between the university, student veterans and dependents, and external agencies to ensure accurate certification and timely payments.

The VBCO will provide high-quality customer service to military-affiliated students, ensuring regulatory compliance and