VALOR Coordinator

Job Summary:

The Coordinator of Veteran and Military Connected Student Services serves as a campus leader who develops, oversees, and administers and evaluates educational, comprehensive, and inclusive Veteran and Military Connected Student program initiatives. This position performs professional, leadership, management and administrative duties in the planning, coordination and directing of initiatives that enhance campus-wide engagement in Veteran and Military Connected Student efforts, education and outreach.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide strategic leadership for the Veteran and Military Connected Student (JMU VALOR) Department.
Develop and manage relationships with local, state and federal governmental agencies and officials as well as local non-governmental partners.
Partner with Admissions, Orientation and Family Engagement Offices to recruit, orient, and welcome the 800+ military-connected students at JMU.
Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive holistic student initiatives.
Collaborate with Student Affairs Assessment Council to develop and implement ongoing assessment efforts for all programming and resource offerings.
Contribute to Student Affairs equity and inclusion value by designing intentional and inclusive practices, policies and programs.

Requirements:

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.

Working Conditions:

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.

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