Veteran Specialist

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About This Role

Responsible for serving as College certifying official for the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA). Provides guidance to student veterans and family members of student veterans related to admissions, registration, verification and certification of VA benefits. Meets with student veterans and family members of veterans to review documents and provide appropriate referrals to College and community resources.

What a day of a Veteran Specialist looks like:

• Processes VA certifications for all Title 38 programs in accordance with VA rules and regulations.
• Receives and processes time sensitive documents required by the College and the VA.
• Stays current with all VA and State Approving Agency (SAA) policies and guidelines.
• Evaluates and ensures procedures are compliant with federal state, local institutional laws and regulations.
• Assists with outreach and program development for student veterans.
• Serves as editor of monthly Military and Veteran services newsletter.
• Provides guidance to student veterans regarding programs and services of the College.
• Monitors students' schedules revisions for timely reporting to VA. Evaluates and monitors Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) for veteran students.
• Maintains a working knowledge of other staff members' duties and serves as a backup supervisor for the VA work program as needed.
• Conducts or participates in seminars, workshops or training sessions.
• Participate in various meetings and committees.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

We'd love to hear from you if you have the following:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• One year of related experience

Knowledge of:

• VA Enrollment Manager and VA Education Benefits
• Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications

Skilled in:

• Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
• Promoting cooperative behavior and team efforts

Ability to:

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service
• Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public

Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

• Regular physical attendance required

Preferred, but not a must:

• Ability to communicate in multiple languages

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Reach and grasp objects - Daily
• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl - Daily
• Stand for extended periods of time - Daily
• Use of video display terminal - Daily
• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills - Daily
• Communicate information orally and in writing - Daily
• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication - Daily
• Proofread and check documents for accuracy - Daily
• Work a fluctuating work schedule - Daily

This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority. Certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions, and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

The minimum base pay for this position starts at $17.95/hourly; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate's education and experience.

This position is open until filled with an initial review date of June 23, 2026.

Wait, There Is More!

• Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose and employees have a sense of belonging.
• Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.
• Voluntary Retirement Investments: Voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

Ready To Apply? Here's Your Application Preparation!

Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:

• Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.
• Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.
• An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.
• The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled