Assistant Director, Military Affiliated Student Center

Assistant Director, Military Affiliated Student Center Job Summary The Assistant Director of the Military Affiliated Student Center (MASC) supports the Director in advancing Weber State University’s commitment to military affiliated and veteran students. This dynamic leadership role coordinates student support services and certifications, programming, and daily operations across the Ogden Campus, Davis Campus, and Hill Air Force Base locations. The Assistant Director contributes to outreach, enrollment, and retention efforts, administers tuition assistance and veterans’ education benefits for active‑duty service members, veterans, dependents and other military‑connected students, and helps maintain strategic partnerships with Hill Air Force Base and the university’s Memorandum of Understanding with the Hill Education Office. The role also manages compliance with federal and state military and Veterans Affairs regulations, oversees the School Certifying Official certification process, supervises student employees, and serves as a representative of the center in university and community settings. The Assistant Director participates in state and national professional organizations, leads special and technical projects, and works to create a welcoming and supportive environment for military‑affiliated students to ensure their success at Weber State University. The annual salary for this position starts at $50,000 and may increase based on qualifications. Required Qualifications Master’s degree. Three years of full‑time experience working in higher education, such as a registrar’s office, academic advising, Military Affiliated or Veterans Services Office, Veterans Upward Bound or TRIO program, student support services, admissions, financial aid/tuition assistance, or a related area. One or more years of direct supervisory experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience with military affiliated student support services, grant programs, or tuition assistance programs. Experience building strategic initiatives, outreach efforts, and collaborative partnerships. Strong technical fluency, including experience using a Student Information System such as Ellucian Banner, reporting tools, and a degree audit tool like Ellucian DegreeWorks (CatTracks). Demonstrated understanding of federal and state Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense policies and procedures. Experience working with first‑generation, low‑income, physically disabled, or other special populations. Demonstrated commitment to educational access and student success. Spanish‑language proficiency or fluency. Background Check Criminal background check required as a condition of employment. Benefits Summary WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long‑term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Equal Opportunity Employer Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment by welcoming all individuals, including culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body. WSU values every individual by embracing all identities through the promotion of belonging, creativity, and uniqueness. We strive to create environments which are welcoming, inclusive, and equitable for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr