Military/VA Benefits Specialist

Requisiton Details

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GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION


EEO Statement:


The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. Read the full statement.

Job Title
Military/VA Benefits Specialist


Job Grade
AS21S


Division
Institutional Effectiveness and Student Success


College/Dept
Financial Support and Scholarship


Department
FS&S


Requisition Number
2026-00186


FTE (full-time equivalency)
100.00


Work Schedule
M-F 8-5


Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?
Yes - partial remote/telecommute opportunity


Appointment Term
12- 12/12 months


Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?
No


Pay Information
44,300-46,000


Pay Schedule
Annually


FLSA Designation
Exempt


Position Summary


The Military/VA Benefits Specialist serves as one of three School Certifying (SCO) Officials and has expert knowledge of state and federal veterans benefits and tuition assistance. The SCO is a representative of UNO who is authorized to submit enrollment certification to the Department of Veterans Affairs for VA education benefits. The Military/VA Benefits Specialist assists with certifying the following federal and state benefits: Chapter 30 Montgomery- Active Duty, Chapter 1606 Montgomery- Select Reserve, Chapter 35 Dependent Education Assistance, Chapter 33 Post 9-11, Nebraska Waiver of Tuition, Nebraska Reserve Tuition Credit, and Nebraska Tuition Remission. This position assists the Assistant Director/VA Benefits and the Financial Aid/Military/VA Benefits Specialist with VA Reporting, such as enrollment status changes and that only those courses that apply to a student's program are certified. This position advises and educates families, veterans and service members on their benefits, as well as federal financial aid.

Job Duties


Responsibility Area:
Serve as School Certifying Official


Duties:


Serves as a VA School Certifying Official and assists with certifying the following federal and state benefits: Chapter 30 Montgomery- Active Duty, Chapter 1606 Montgomery- Select Reserve, Chapter 35 Dependent Education Assistance, Chapter 33 Post 9-11, Nebraska Waiver of Tuition, Nebraska Reserve Tuition Credit, and Nebraska Tuition Remission. Helps reports suspension and graduation to VA.

Percentage Of Time
70


Essential Function:
Yes


Responsibility Area:
Counsel Families, Veterans, and Service Members


Duties:


This position advises and educates families, veterans and service members on their benefits, as well as federal financial aid.

Percentage Of Time
20


Essential Function:
Yes


Responsibility Area:
Assist with Annual VA Audit


Duties:


Cooperation and compliance with the annual VA audit process. Manages program approval with State Approving Agent and VA Education Liaison Representative. Keeps up-to-date on State and Federal regulations and benefits.

Percentage Of Time
10


Essential Function:
Yes

Required and Preferred Qualifications


Required Education


Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience


One year experience in working with the military and/or veteran community required or one year financial aid or related experience. Knowledge of state and federal veterans benefits and tuition assistance as well as university operations is preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Required License/Certification


NA

Required Additional Qualifications:


NA

Preferred Education


NA

Preferred Experience

Preferred License/Certification

Preferred Additional Qualifications:

Compliance Requirements


Credit Check
Yes


Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check
No


Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment
No


Drug Screen
No