Veteran Transition and Support Senior Coordinator

cu; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 550 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Colorado Denver is hiring a Veteran Transition and Support Senior Coordinator to lead the VMSS program, create new initiatives, and partner with campus services to support veteran and military-connected students.

You will coordinate internships, mentorships, and Boots to Suits activities, while building external partnerships and resources for student success in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, communication, social science, business, public administration, or related field.
• Two years of professional level experience in higher education.
• Combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may substitute for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate VMSS program activities, events, and programs.
• Serve as a resource for military‑connected students seeking education and career transition services.
• Coordinate internship and career portions of the program with internal programs.
• Coordinate mentorship, including roster maintenance, matching, introducing, and monitoring.
• Serve as a point person on Boots to Suits issues and liaison to local businesses and veteran organizations.
• Assist in Boots to Suits courses and coordinate services with University Departments.
• Monitor Boots to Suits participants as they matriculate through the program.
• Oversee creation of Boots to Suits promotional materials and social media.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Customer service

Equity awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, communication, social science, business, public administration, or related field

Job description

Position Details

University of Colorado | Denver

Official Title: Student Services Senior Professional

Working Title: Veteran Transition and Support Senior Coordinator

FTE: Full-time 1.0 (100%) FTE | Hybrid

Salary Range: $55,322 - $61,146

Position #00709287 – Requisition #41031

About the University of Colorado Denver

Millions of moments start at CU Denver, a place where innovation, research, and learning meet in the heart of a global city. We’re the state’s premier public urban research university with more than 100 in-demand, top-ranked bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. We partner with diverse learners—at any stage of their life and career—for transformative educational experiences. Across seven schools and colleges, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges and produce impactful creative work. As part of the state’s largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $665 million. To learn more about how CU Denver helps learners meet their moment, visit ucdenver.edu.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Director of the Office of Veteran & Military Student Services (VMSS), this position will include developing a comprehensive faculty and staff training, developing peer support programs, developing internal and external communication materials, developing, and maintaining participant tracking, developing programming and workshops in coordination with other University services (ex. Career Center, Experiential Learning) to provide job readiness and transition skills. This position will create new programming and support and oversee existing programming and support for veterans and military-connected students and will work with campus partners in creating and implementing these programs. This position will create and maintain program information materials, such as brochures, flyers, and newsletters. This position will perform outreach to existing and potential students to provide information and resources. This position will perform outreach to build and maintain strategic community partnerships.

Veteran Transition & Support Senior Coordinator

What you will do:

• Coordinate all VMSS program activities, events, and programs.
• Serve as a resource for all military‑connected students seeking education and career transition services.
• Coordinate internship and career portions of the program with appropriate internal programs.
• Coordinate the mentorship aspect of the program, including, but not limited to, maintaining the roster of students and professional mentors, matching them according to major (student) and career/field (mentor), introducing/connecting the student and mentor as well as monitoring the mentorship process.
• Under the direction of the Director, this position will serve as a point person on Boots to Suits related issues and serve as a community liaison to local businesses/corporations, veteran organizations, and community resources.
• This position will assist and be present in all Boots to Suits courses.
• Coordinate services with other University Departments, specifically the CU Denver Experiential Learning and Career Centers, and others as needed.
• Monitor Boots to Suits student program participants as they matriculate through the program.
• Oversee the creation and continuation of all Boots to Suits promotional materials, social media information and program website.
• Maintain and foster new relationships internal and external relationships with various veteran serving organizations to further develop resources for CU Denver students.
• Develop and maintain a roster of CU Denver Veteran Alumni and contact them for potential future mentorship opportunities.
• Perform outreach in both the CU Denver student veteran population as well as the local business community to generate more student and business interest and participation.
• Develop and administer staff and facility training programs.
• Oversee peer‑to‑peer mentor development and programing.
• Serve as advisor/liaison for student veteran affiliated campus organizations.
• All other duties or unforeseen responsibilities regarding the program as needed.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• A bachelor’s degree in education, communication, social science, business, public administration, business administration, higher education, counseling, liberal arts, finance, accounting, human services, student affairs, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Two (2) years of professional level experience working in higher education.
• Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

• Veteran of the United States Armed Forces.
• Master’s degree in progress or completed.
• One year or more experience working with Veterans in a higher education setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Demonstrate a commitment to providing outstanding customer service skills.
• Demonstrate an understanding of access and engagement with a commitment to developing equitable practices.

Conditions of Employment

• Occasional work during the evening and/or weekends may be required.
• This position follows a hybrid work structure where in-person is for three to four days and remote for one to two days based on the needs of the office. There will be occasional periods when in person work will be required five days a week based on the needs of the office.
• Working from the office is required when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.

Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements

• This position may be performed on site, and will require the ability to sit for extended periods, stand and walk occasionally, reach with hands and arms, use hands to manipulate a keyboard and mouse, and have good near vision for computer work; often requiring minimal lifting, but may involve bending or reaching to retrieve items from shelves or drawers.
• This position may be performed in a hybrid or remote environment, requiring the ability to work effectively in a remote setting. This includes maintaining a dedicated workspace free of excessive noise or distractions, reliable internet connectivity, and the ability to participate in virtual meetings for extended periods. Employees must be able to independently manage time, remain stationary for prolonged computer-based work, and transport necessary equipment (such as a laptop and peripherals) between their remote work location and the office as needed.
• Moves equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail].

Employment Sponsorship

Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $55,322 - $61,146.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by September 23rd, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Questions should be directed to Leona Lopez, [e-mail]

Background Check Policy

The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.