The Military College of South Carolina

Veteran Services Administrative Coordinator

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Work type: Full Time Temp (more than 28 hours, benefits eligible)
Location: Charleston
Categories: Academic Affairs
Salary: 15/HR

The Veteran Student Success Center (VSSC) is accepting applications for a full-time hourly temporary, Veteran Services Administrative Coordinator. Under general supervision of the Associate Director, this position will perform a variety of administrative functions as assigned.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Counsels veterans and military-connected students on the services and resources available to them across campus and surrounding community.  
  • Provides administrative support services, including but not limited to, filing and purging records, processing incoming and outgoing mail, managing the front office. 
  • Provide assistance to prospective students and parents with general inquiries about Veteran education benefits via phone, email, or in person. 
  • Assist with reporting of student enrollment information at the beginning of each term and reviewing schedule adjustments throughout the semester. 
  • Assist with organization of veteran/student-related files, while maintaining maximum confidentiality by adhering to FERPA regulations. 
  • Responsible for the daily management of the student lounge including supply ordering and stocking.  
  • Ability to interact in an effective and appropriate manner with diverse populations. 
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned. 

SKILLS 

  • The ability to learn and follow complex procedures and detailed policies is required. 
  • Knowledge of and the ability to use computerized management information systems (databases) are required. 
  • Considerable data entry work is required.  The position requires extended periods of time at a computer station and extensive utilization of information displayed on a computer monitor. 
  • High-level problem-solving skills and ability to provide exceptional customer service.  
  • Commitment to student development and success.  

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Associate's degree or a minimum of two (2) years equivalent work experience related to higher education and/or student services. 
  • Understanding of the needs of first time and non-traditional students. 
  • Excellent attention to detail. 
  • Must be skilled in Microsoft Office, filing system and proper documentation of records.  
  • Must be adaptable to performing under moderate to heavy levels of stress imposed by frequent deadlines, peak workloads and student/public contact. 

PREFERRED

  • Knowledge of VA educational benefits. 
  • Experience working with military service members.

 

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