Military Outreach Coordinator

Military Outreach Coordinator

Office of the Registrar

The Office of the Registrar, Registration & Compliance [Military Outreach Center], the primary responsibility of the Military Outreach Coordinator position is to assist in the overall development and enhancement of university military/veteran friendly policies and procedures for veterans, active-duty service members, dependents, and survivors. The person will coordinate the day-to-day operations of the main Military Outreach Center as well as 5 other campus locations. The coordinator will assist in the transition process of veterans to an academic setting while connecting them with appropriate departments and resources on each of the campuses. The Military Outreach Coordinator will have demonstrated leadership, management skills, and communication skills, both written and oral. He/she will have a working knowledge of the educational, social, and physical challenges facing active military, veterans, and their families. The coordinator will be able to analyze and determine special personal needs (such as posttraumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, substance abuse, etc.), as well as family needs, to support appropriate referral.

WHAT MAKES THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits including:
• Paid Leave Time
• Comprehensive Health, dental, and vision insurance Coverage
• 403(b) and Pension plans
• And that's not all; visit our benefits page at http://www.gsu.edu/hr/benefits/index.html
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with a variety of partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
• Would you be interested in attending an award-winning research university for free? Our Tuition Assistance Program lets employees take classes for free. At Georgia State University we emphasize work-life balance. With excellent benefits, competitive pay and an exciting location, Georgia State University could be the place for you.

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Coordinate services of the main Military Outreach Center on a day-to-day basis and coordinate activities at 5 other campuses, performing administrative duties as required with the military student advocates. Assist the military student advocates with escalated issues. Analyze and determine special personal needs (such as post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, substance abuse, etc.), as well as family needs, to support appropriate referrals for military learners.
• Work with military students and veterans to identify appropriate academic and cocurricular needs. Work on implementation of initiatives with the Director and other campus offices. Coordinate and participate in "special projects" college-wide on various campuses.
• Responsible for coordinating and enabling VA Work-Study workers on all perimeter campuses in the performance of their roles and functions, as directed by the Military Outreach Center Director.
• In addition to other duties as assigned, this role may be required to be cross trained to assist in other student service roles for military learners and veterans as back-up for a department as well as to supplement resources needed during certain times of the year.
• Assist in the monitoring of the MOC departmental budget, MOC Foundation budget, MOC Scholarship fund and Grant budget(s); perform other administrative functions as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Hiring Qualifications:

A bachelor’s and two years of related experience or a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

• Preference will be given to military veteran candidates with experience in a higher education setting.
• Must have a working knowledge of the educational, social, and physical challenges facing active military learners.
• Must have a working knowledge of integrated student record data systems, such as Banner
• Must have a collaborative, energetic and resourceful work style.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task; pay attention to detail; and exhibit excellent customer service skills.
• Self-starter and quick learner with a continual desire and capability to learn.
• Proficient understanding of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience in an enrollment services environment or unit (i.e., academic records, admissions, financial aid, registrar, student accounts).

Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications in relation to the Minimum Hiring Standards. Candidates earlier in their careers are typically offered salaries closer to the minimum of the hiring range, while those with more advanced or relevant experience may be considered for compensation at or above the hiring range.