Veteran Success Coach: Retention & Funding Guidance

WSU Tech; Texas; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

WSU Tech is seeking a Veteran Success Coach to support military-affiliated students as they navigate their educational journey. This role focuses on improving retention, persistence, and program completion by guiding funding options, helping with enrollment requirements, and connecting students with resources.

The department is Military and Veterans Services. Pay is $23.01/hr; position is grant-funded with a delayed start. Bachelor’s degree preferred and high school diploma required.

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 for enrollment documentation and deadlines.
• Utilize student information systems (Navigate, Banner) to support recruitment, advising, and retention.
• Monitor student progress and assist with retention, persistence, and completion initiatives.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support student success.
• Assist with questions about financial aid eligibility and funding.
• Maintain accurate records and protect confidential student information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

MS Office

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Independence

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Tools

Navigate

Banner

Job description

WSU Tech is seeking a Veteran Success Coach to support military-affiliated students as they navigate their educational journey. This role focuses on improving retention, persistence, and program completion by guiding funding options, helping with enrollment requirements, and connecting students with resources.

The department is Military and Veterans Services. Pay is $23.01/hr; position is grant-funded with a delayed start. Bachelor’s degree preferred and high school diploma required.