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. The role coordinates student support services, certifications, programming, and daily operations across Ogden Campus, Davis Campus, and Hill Air Force Base locations. It contributes to outreach, enrollment, and retention efforts and assists with administering tuition assistance and veterans education benefits for active-duty service members, veterans, dependents, and other military‑connected students. Responsibilities Coordinate student support services, certifications, programming, and daily operations across multiple university locations. Assist with outreach, enrollment, and retention efforts for military‑affiliated students. Administer tuition assistance and veterans education benefits for active‑duty service members, veterans, dependents, and other military‑connected students. Maintain strategic partnerships with Hill Air Force Base and support the implementation of the university’s Memorandum of Understanding with the Hill Education Office. Coordinate the federally funded TRIO Veterans Upward Bound program, including outreach, event planning, and compliance support. Build, maintain, and strengthen collaborative relationships with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the U.S. Department of Education, and veteran service organizations across Utah. Serve as School Certifying Official (SCO), ensuring accurate and timely processing of VA education benefits and tuition assistance. Supervise student employees and/or part‑time staff, contribute to departmental planning and assessment, and represent the center in university and community settings. Manage compliance with federal and state military and Veterans Affairs regulations and tuition assistance programs. Act as the technical and training lead for SCO certification processes. Assist in the preparation and administration of department budgets and manage daily operations. Complete special and technical projects, manage system maintenance, serve on committees at various institutional levels, and participate in professional development. Required Qualifications Master’s degree. Three years of full‑time experience in higher education (e.g., 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 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. Benefits 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. Background Check Criminal background check required as a condition of employment. Physical Activity Expressing or exchanging ideas. Conveying detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance. Repetitive motion, substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Physical Requirements Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally. Visual Acuity Requirements Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading. Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures. EEO Statement Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment by welcoming all individuals, including culturally diverse staff, faculty, and students. 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, veteran status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University’s Policy and Procedure Manual 3‑32). #J-18808-Ljbffr Weber State University