Department: Division of Enrollment Management
Classification: Education Support Spec 2
Job Category: Classified Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Location: Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible
Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship
Pay Band: 03
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
Motor Vehicle Records Check: Yes
Works with Minors check: Yes
Important Eligibility Requirement
Employees in this position are required to operate university vehicles in accordance with George Mason University Vehicle Use Policy 1411. Applicants must possess and maintain an active, valid driver’s license that satisfies university requirements. Final candidates are subject to a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) review, and successful completion of the review is a condition of employment.
Minor or major driving violations may affect eligibility for employment. Applicants with prior driving infractions need to review the Eligibility & MVR Review Information ( English / Spanish ) before applying.
About the Department:
The Division for Enrollment Management, as part of the Office of the Provost at George Mason University, supports student recruitment, retention, and success. We develop and implement strategic enrollment management plans, create and facilitate processes, and inform policies that guide students through their academic journey from recruitment to post-matriculation. Driven by a commitment to transparent, data-informed decision-making, the Division advances institutional enrollment goals through collaboration, innovation and a student-centered approach.
The Office of Admissions facilitates the recruitment and enrollment of freshmen, transfer, graduate, and non-degree students in alignment with the University's strategic plan, ensuring a diverse and successful student body that contributes to the institution's excellence and global impact.
About the Position:
The Veteran and Dependent Benefits Coordinator serves as a primary point of contact and advocate for military-connected students, actively recruiting prospective freshman, transfer, and graduate students while helping them and their families understand and apply VA benefits. Provides personalized support throughout the student lifecycle by assisting with admissions, orientation, enrollment, and the successful utilization of education benefits, while collaborating with campus partners to resolve issues and promote student success. Responsibilities also include conducting presentations and outreach activities, developing community partnerships, supporting military- and veteran-focused events, maintaining communication and case documentation through Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system and phone systems, managing social media engagement, overseeing aspects of the VA Work-Study Program, maintaining School Certifying Official training requirements, and contributing to the daily operations of the Office of Military Services.
Responsibilities:
Classification: Education Support Spec 2
Job Category: Classified Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Location: Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible
Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship
Pay Band: 03
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
Motor Vehicle Records Check: Yes
Works with Minors check: Yes
Important Eligibility Requirement
Employees in this position are required to operate university vehicles in accordance with George Mason University Vehicle Use Policy 1411. Applicants must possess and maintain an active, valid driver’s license that satisfies university requirements. Final candidates are subject to a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) review, and successful completion of the review is a condition of employment.
Minor or major driving violations may affect eligibility for employment. Applicants with prior driving infractions need to review the Eligibility & MVR Review Information ( English / Spanish ) before applying.
About the Department:
The Division for Enrollment Management, as part of the Office of the Provost at George Mason University, supports student recruitment, retention, and success. We develop and implement strategic enrollment management plans, create and facilitate processes, and inform policies that guide students through their academic journey from recruitment to post-matriculation. Driven by a commitment to transparent, data-informed decision-making, the Division advances institutional enrollment goals through collaboration, innovation and a student-centered approach.
The Office of Admissions facilitates the recruitment and enrollment of freshmen, transfer, graduate, and non-degree students in alignment with the University's strategic plan, ensuring a diverse and successful student body that contributes to the institution's excellence and global impact.
About the Position:
The Veteran and Dependent Benefits Coordinator serves as a primary point of contact and advocate for military-connected students, actively recruiting prospective freshman, transfer, and graduate students while helping them and their families understand and apply VA benefits. Provides personalized support throughout the student lifecycle by assisting with admissions, orientation, enrollment, and the successful utilization of education benefits, while collaborating with campus partners to resolve issues and promote student success. Responsibilities also include conducting presentations and outreach activities, developing community partnerships, supporting military- and veteran-focused events, maintaining communication and case documentation through Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system and phone systems, managing social media engagement, overseeing aspects of the VA Work-Study Program, maintaining School Certifying Official training requirements, and contributing to the daily operations of the Office of Military Services.
Responsibilities:
- Actively recruits military-connected freshman, transfer, and graduate students;
- Meets with prospective students and their families about state and federal education benefits related to military service including tuition assistance, Department of Veteran Affairs Programs, and other programs assisting military and veteran families;