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Director of Military and Veterans Services (Reg FT)

Position Title: Director of Military and Veterans Services (Reg FT)

Department: Military and Veterans Services

Campus: Allegheny Campus

Additional Information: This position will remain open until filled. However, in order to ensure consideration for an interview, please submit your completed application, cover letter and resume by no later than August 16, 2024. The College cannot guarantee that application materials received after this date will be considered or reviewed.

Benefits: CCAC offers an exceptional benefits package. Highlights include an excellent health plan with very low out-of-pocket expense network option, generous time off and holiday pay, a 403b retirement plan with up to 10% employer match or other options through the State's retirement defined benefit pension system, free employee parking, public service (student) loan forgiveness eligible employer, and employer paid benefits including group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.

Remote Work Option: Fully In-Person

Work hours: Monday - Friday 8:30AM - 4:30PM, evenings and weekend hours as needed.

Salary Grade: 15

Job Category: Administrator

Employment Type: Regular Full-Time

Job Slot: 6106

Job Open Date: August 2, 2024

Job Close Date: Open untiled filled

General Summary: Reporting to the Dean of Students- Student Engagement, lead military and veteran services operations across the college. Develop, implement and manage program initiatives toward enrollment and quality service to all military veterans, active duty and dependents attending CCAC. Serve as the college's primary School Certifying Official (SCO) to certify and track student enrollments and eligibility in the Veterans Administration system (VA Enrollment Manager). Ensure that CCAC is in compliance with all governmental regulation concerning veterans and their educational benefits. Engage regularly with veterans organizations and other constituencies throughout the City, County, and Commonwealth. Represent the college well and often in community events involving the military and veterans

Requirements: Master's degree and a minimum of three years in the management, organizational development and leadership of people in a service-related organization. Knowledge of and/or experience in student development is preferred. Ability to understand the needs and expectations of active duty military students, veterans and their families. Ability to work effectively with local, state and federal governmental organizations as well as military-related NGOs. Experience in certifying veterans strongly preferred. Veteran status strongly preferred. Demonstrated ability to be a visionary leader with proven ability to influence and take initiative to ensure a successful and supportive multi-campus program. Must be able to work independently and exercise judgement and discretion as appropriate. Must have excellent oral and written skills and be proficient in Microsoft computer software.

Duties:

• Direct the operations of the Military and Veteran Services (MVS) Centers college-wide. • Develop, implement and manage strategies and marketing for program. • Prepare, maintain, and update departmental procedures and policies for compliance, operations, and staff activities. • Act as the primary School Certifying Official (SCO) for all certifications through VA Enrollment Manager. • Develop and maintain relationships with the Student Development offices within the college and the community to support the needs of the veteran student population. • Manage MVS staff and provide structured timelines and prioritization for projects, duties, and reports. Responsible for staffing and training of MVS staff; ensure proper communication, staffing and compliance with policies and procedures. Work with staff to maximize opportunities for veterans. • Develop grant proposals in t e pursuit of supplemental funding. • Support veteran student organizations. • Conduct customized information sessions for veterans that address availability of resources for the veteran population; coordinate with veteran administration topics and subjects that are pertinent to Veteran students (e.g.Post 911 GI Bill). • Serve as the primary point of contact for veteran students enrolling at the college in order to provide general support regarding housing and food assistance as well as other Human Service services. • Conduct ongoing analysis regarding veteran data relating to program services. • Collaborate with college staff, such as financial aid, supportive services, advising, counseling, tutoring, and student life in the coordination of veteran services. • Maintain accurate records to show progress of each veteran or eligible person. • Track, schedule and ensure Veteran funds are posted to students' accounts. • Maintain and stay current on knowledge for processing completion of certifications paperwork. • Input data to notify VA of any changes that impact the payment (decrease/cessation) of benefits. • Attend annual local VA conferences for updates on program and regulation changes. • Attend recruitment and outreach events for veterans. • Oversee and maintain confidential files and paperwork related to financial aid, enrollment, applications, counseling services, or student information. • Coordinate and publicize activities and events for veteran students on campus; Oversee and develop materials for promoting admission, enrollment, financial aid, and recruitment. • Serve as a liaison for veteran students as they navigate through the admissions, financial aid, registration, and credit evaluation process. • Maintain academic program lists for VA and other agencies to ensure all eligible programs are available to provide financial assistance to our students. • Prepare both internal and external reports, including to assist with evaluation and review of various programs. • Perform other duties as required or assigned. Clearances: Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and in order to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Background Check. The College has provided instructions on how to obtain these clearances and are available https://ccac.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=13&c=ccac.

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