Veterans Programs Specialist — Higher Education Liaison

NC Community Colleges; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Carolina Community College seeks a Full-Time Permanent Specialist for Veterans Programs in Jacksonville, NC, to administer VA educational benefits and assist veteran students with admissions, enrollment, and resources. The role reports to the Director for Veterans Programs and requires daytime hours with some evenings or weekends, and local travel.

The position offers a salary of $2,650.00 per month with standard full-time benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Microsoft Office skills and experience with digital platforms are required.
• Previous work in a community college or higher education setting is preferred.
• Previous military work experience or experience with military-connected individuals is preferred.
• Daytime position with some scheduled evening or weekend work and local travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Administer VA educational benefits and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Maintain accurate records and provide timely reporting to VA offices.
• Guide and assist veteran and military-affiliated students with admissions, enrollment, and benefits.
• Submit verification of enrollment and status changes to appropriate VA offices under the Director for Veterans Programs.
• Serve as a college liaison between veteran students and VA reporting offices.

Skills

Digital platforms

Military experience

Local travel

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Coastal Carolina Community College seeks a Full-Time Permanent Specialist for Veterans Programs in Jacksonville, NC, to administer VA educational benefits and assist veteran students with admissions, enrollment, and resources. The role reports to the Director for Veterans Programs and requires daytime hours with some evenings or weekends, and local travel.

The position offers a salary of $2,650.00 per month with standard full-time benefits.