VALOR Coordinator

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Coordinator of Veteran and Military Connected Student Services to join our team at James Madison University. This is a full-time position that will play a critical role in developing, overseeing, and administering educational, comprehensive, and inclusive Veteran and Military Connected Student program initiatives.

• Provide strategic leadership for the Veteran and Military Connected Student (JMU VALOR) Department, directly supervising staff and ensuring performance evaluations align with divisional and departmental mission, vision, and values.
• Develop and manage relationships with local, state, and federal governmental agencies and officials, as well as local non-governmental partners, to advance and expand the JMU VALOR Department.
• Partner with Admissions, Orientation, and Family Engagement Offices to recruit, orient, and welcome military-connected students at JMU, connecting with and sharing resources to potential students at CHOICES and Academic Open House.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive holistic student initiatives, serving as a leader in creating a comprehensive culture of awareness and support for veteran and military connected students.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with key leaders in other university departments, external agencies in the community, and lead the JMU VALOR Advisory Board, made up of 30 JMU departments across all divisions.
• Manage financial resources, assuring that fiscal operations are consistent with good practice and university/state policy, and lead fundraising efforts with potential private funders and foundations.
• Collaborate with Student Affairs Assessment Council to develop and implement ongoing assessment efforts for all programming and resource offerings, measuring and proving that these efforts lead to greater retention of military-connected students through assessment.
• Contribute to Student Affairs equity and inclusion value by designing intentional and inclusive practices, policies, and programs.

• Supervision skills
• Experience growing and advancing a unit, department, or office
• Extensive knowledge of resources available to veterans, including benefits, support services, educational programs, and healthcare options
• Familiarity with the GI Bill and other financial aid programs for veterans
• Knowledge of unique challenges and needs of veterans transitioning to civilian life
• High level of organizational skills and proven record of delivering quality results in a timely manner
• Ability to strategically and creatively manage a wide range of projects, and to work quickly and effectively on deadline projects
• Proven ability to effectively collaborate with other departments to develop shared outcomes for this population of students
• Ability to ensure compliance with regulations and legal requirements
• Proficient in budget management and report writing

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check. E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.