Veteran's Success Coach

WSU Tech; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

WSU Tech seeks a Veteran Success Coach to support military-affiliated students as they navigate their educational journey in Wichita, Kansas. The role focuses on improving retention, persistence, and program completion by guiding funding options, enrollment steps, and connecting students with resources.

The position, within the Military and Veterans Services department, offers a grant-funded role with a delayed start.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise military-affiliated students on funding options and financial aid requirements.
• Conduct outreach to prospective and returning students to assist with enrollment documentation and deadlines.
• Utilize student information systems (Navigate and Banner) to support recruitment, advising, and retention.
• Monitor student progress and assist with initiatives to improve retention, persistence, and completion.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators to support student success.
• Assist students and families with questions about financial aid eligibility and funding.
• Maintain accurate records and protect confidential student information.

Skills

Communication

Organization

MS Office

Critical thinking

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

WSU Tech is seeking a Veteran Success Coach to support military-affiliated students as they navigate their educational journey. This position focuses on improving student retention, persistence, and program completion by providing guidance on military-affiliated funding, assisting with enrollment requirements, and connecting students with resources to help them succeed.

Department: Military and Veterans Services
Pay: $23.01/hr
Position Type: Grant-Funded *has a delayed start*

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Advise military-affiliated students on available funding options and financial aid requirements.
• Conduct outreach to prospective and returning students to assist with enrollment documentation and deadlines.
• Utilize student information systems, including Navigate and Banner, to support student recruitment, advising, and retention.
• Monitor student progress and assist with initiatives to improve retention, persistence, and completion.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators to support student success.
• Assist students and families with questions or concerns related to financial aid eligibility and funding.
• Maintain accurate records and protect confidential student information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic computer systems.
• Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with students, employees, and the public.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality.

https://wsutech.edu/whyhere/

WSU Tech is committed to inclusive and equitable practices to create an environment and culture where students and employees thrive. We acknowledge that through valuing diverse identities, experiences, talents, and gifts, we excel by fulfilling our mission to create a talent pipeline, establish workforce equity, and improve economic prosperity for our community. WSU Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.