Veterans Affairs Coordinator

Rogers State University
Claremore, OK Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2024
Posted on 5/15/2023
Accepting applications

About this position

Veterans Affairs Coordinator
POSITION SUMMARY:
Serve as the main contact for military veteran students and dependents utilizing educational benefits. Convert prospective students from application to enrollment through the management of recruitment and admission procedures.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
  • Serve as the primary Financial Aid, Admissions, and Registrar contact for students who are military veterans or dependents of veterans receiving educational benefits; includes accurately reporting and updating veteran students’ credit hours and other required information to Veterans Affairs, maintaining meticulous records, ensuring compliance with University, OSRHE, state, and federal regulations, attending approved veterans training and conferences, and supervising VA work study students.
  • Review and maintain degree plans for veterans and dependents of veterans receiving educational benefits.
  • Prepare school bulletin and other required paperwork for annual SAA review, or when bulletin is updated.
  • Prepare paperwork for annual school audit by VA or their designate.
  • Assist students with completing FAFSA and other Department of Education documents necessary for them to receive the awards they have chosen of those they are eligible to receive.
  • Advise students of their rights and responsibilities for all federal student aid.
  • Manage a continuous case load of prospective students, transitioning them from application to enrollment at RSU.
  • Ensure a smooth transition for students moving through various admissions stages to registration and matriculation.
  • Build relationships between student applicants and the University.
  • Maintain communication with student applicants through face-to-face interaction and Financial Aid and Admissions communication plans.
  • Disseminate accurate information to student applicants in a timely manner.
  • Collaborate with recruitment and retention teams to develop and carry out recruitment, enrollment, and retention activities.
  • Perform all functions related to the admission of students in accordance with University and OSRHE guidelines.
  • Perform any other duties as directed by the Registrar, the Vice President for Administration and Finance, or the President.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Must be organized and detail-oriented.
Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, as well as strong oral and written communication skills.
Must be able and willing to work independently as needed, but employ a team mindset and positive attitude.
Strong personal computer skills and the ability to learn new technology are required.
Must be enthusiastic, professional, and a good ambassador for the University at all times.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree required.
One to three years of professional work experience in related fields preferred.
Experience specifically in higher education, financial aid, university admissions, and School Certifying Official duties preferred.
REPORTS TO:
Registrar
SUPERVISION GIVEN TO:
Student employees
POSITION:
Regular Full-Time/Benefits Eligible/Exempt
HOURS:
Monday-Friday, 0800-1700
Evenings and weekends as necessary
About us

EEO STATEMENT:

This institution in compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services.

Rogers State University is a regional four-year university serving northeastern Oklahoma and the Tulsa metropolitan area.

RSU is recognized for:
  • high-quality academic programs
  • a nurturing scholastic atmosphere
  • distance learning options
  • a high-technology learning environment
RSU offers a variety of master’s, bachelor’s and associate degrees to assist students in achieving their academic goals. As well as a vibrant campus life with student organizations to foster development inside and outside of the classroom.
The university operates three full-service campuses in Claremore, Bartlesville, and Pryor. In addition, RSU provides innovative distance learning options for students through RSU Online, RSU Public Television, and other delivery methods.

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