Military and Veteran Student Services Coordinator

If you are a current University of Northern Iowa employee and would like to apply for this position, login to UNI Works and type “Find Jobs” in the search bar to view and apply for open positions.Full Consideration Date:11/4/2026Job Description:Summary: Coordinates student support services to promote the educational development and success of military, veteran, and military affiliated students; serves as an advisor and advocate for military, veteran, and military connected students by providing information and education about admission, enrollment, career, transfer, financial aid, and counseling processes and services; provides mentorship, counsel and support for military, veterans, and military connected students regarding transition to higher education; provides supervision to the Military & Veteran Services Center student staff; advises and collaborates with student organizations and leaders regarding event planning; and represents the University on local, statewide, and regional community boards, committees and other community initiatives.Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree; at least three years of administrative or social work experience; excellent oral and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships; and strong problem-solving skills required. Occasional evening and weekend work will be necessary.Preferred Qualifications:Master’s degree; personal military experience; or experience working with military service members, veterans, or military affiliated populations in a university setting preferred.Position Details:Job Category: Professional and ScientificType of Position: RegularService Schedule: Calendar YearApplication Instructions:All application materials must be submitted by November 4, 2026, to be considered for this position. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:1) Resume2) Cover LetterYou will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.Compensation:$23.00 to CommensuratePay Grade: 118Pay Basis: HourlyFLSA Status: Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime or comp timeIowa's cost of living is among the lowest in the nation and the Common Sense Institute ranks Iowa #1 for paycheck stretch. UNI enhances this advantage with an excellent benefits package for eligible non-temporary positions. Visit our Compensation Tools page to explore your estimated total compensation, compare Waterloo-Cedar Falls cost of living to other major cities or review the paycheck stretch ranking details. 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Please explore our current open positions and apply to those you feel best suit you, track your progress in the selection process, and continue to view new postings that may be of interest to you.Thank you for your interest in employment at UNI!About UsThe University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality and diverse educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college. The university's attractive size, approximately 9,400 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus. We take pride in our ranking as the #1 Public University in the Midwest. 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