Veterans Benefits Coordinator – Remote Options

University of California-Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); Hybrid; USD 782,000 - 1,073,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work up to 2 days/week

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley is hiring a Veterans Benefits Coordinator in the Office of the Registrar. The role ensures eligible veterans and dependents access federal and state benefits and maintains compliance with UC and campus policies.

The position covers school certification, liaison duties, student support, and ongoing training. It requires a Bachelor's degree and strong knowledge of VA regulations, with hybrid remote options up to 2 days per week.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of VA regulations, DoD, and California rules governing veterans' benefits.
• Strong communication and customer service skills for diverse constituents.
• Ability to interpret policies, manage deadlines, and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Serve as VA School Certifying Official for veterans' education benefits and certify eligibility.
• Liaise with VA, UC Berkeley units, and the UC system to ensure timely benefits processing.
• Advise students, families, and staff about benefits, deadlines, and eligibility requirements.
• Lead trainings on VA benefits for colleagues and stakeholders.
• Support other Student Services functions and assist with policy analysis and reporting.

Skills

VA regulations

Communication skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Databases knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Databases (student records)

Job description

University of California, Berkeley is hiring a Veterans Benefits Coordinator in the Office of the Registrar. The role ensures eligible veterans and dependents access federal and state benefits and maintains compliance with UC and campus policies.

The position covers school certification, liaison duties, student support, and ongoing training. It requires a Bachelor's degree and strong knowledge of VA regulations, with hybrid remote options up to 2 days per week.