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Veteran Affairs – Student Outreach Coordinator
Location:
Mcminnville, OR
Description:
Linfield University is recruiting to fill an opening for a Veteran Affairs - Student Outreach Coordinator to join the Student Affairs Team. The Veteran Affairs/Student Outreach Coordinator will serve as the School Certifying Official (SCO). The SCO is a representative of an educational institute or training establishment who is authorized to submit enrollment certification to DVA (Department of Veterans Affairs) for VA education benefits. The SCO acts as the primary School Certifying Official for the institution and serves as the main contact for the Department of Veterans Affairs and the State Approval Agency for audits, catalog reviews, and site visits, and as the Education Liaison Representative for the University. The coordinator will also work with the Director of Student Care and Support to outreach to students who are struggling academically, socially or with their mental or physical health and connect them to resources on campus to help with their success. Review of applications will begin immediately and will remain open until filled. Work Schedule : This is a 1.0 FTE position, working full-time Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Keep VA informed of the enrollment status of students receiving VA education benefits. Ensure that only those courses that apply to the student's program are certified. Monitor student grades to ensure the student is making satisfactory progress, and report probation and termination as needed. Monitor student conduct and report when student is suspended or dismissed for unsatisfactory conduct. Notify the State Approving Agency (SAA) of any substantive program, policy, and approval criteria changes. Notify the VA Education Liaison Representative (ELR) of any changes to SCO staff. The SCO is also the primary liaison for Vocational Rehabilitation (Chapter 31) and should be familiar with the Tungsten system. The SCO develops resources and educational initiatives sessions for veteran's, active-duty military and their families to ensure awareness of all of the various resources available to support education success. Attend University Care Team Meetings. Reach out to students as needed to provide support and resources for students who are struggling. Create support network for veteran students. Work with Student Care and Support Office to create early intervention programs to help students succeed at Linfield. Support University-wide retention efforts, focusing specifically on assessment of Student Care Referrals. Monitor and follow-up with student concerns, and serve as a student advocate. Keep up-to-date on state and federal regulations and benefits: Read and maintain VA advisories and bulletins. Keep up-to-date on state regulations and state education benefits for veterans and eligible persons. Attend training opportunities opportunities. Assist students receiving VA education benefits in: Applying for state and VA education benefits. Identifying applicable resources for student success. Inquiring about payment and benefit problems. Ensuring that VA students are aware of their responsibility to the school. Understanding how progress, conduct, registration, and attendance can impact benefits and cause student debt. Serving as the primary liaison for the Yellow Ribbon Program and Vocational Rehabilitation (Chapter 31), and invoicing using the Tungsten system. Minimum Qualifications: Education College degree required. Experience and Knowledge Three years of training and experience in veteran or student support. Adept in written and oral communication. Knowledge of basic computer skills. Ability to represent the University within the local community. Possess a valid driver's license and driving record to become/remain certified to operate Linfield vehicles and equipment. Assist in transporting small groups in urban. Must be flexible with the seasonal demands and cyclical nature of the job. Preferred Qualifications: Military training or Veteran Status desirable. Three years of training and experience in veteran or student support in a university environment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Constant sitting, hearing, talking, seeing and repetitive movement of hands, wrists, and fingers. Occasional walking, climbing stairs, stooping, bending, standing, or carrying up to 20 pounds. Occasional exposure to weather elements when walking from building to building on campus. APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. To apply, please complete the online application process and attach the following documents: Cover Letter Resume About Linfield University Linfield University is an independent, nonprofit university with two physical campuses. The main campus, located in McMinnville, Oregon is on 189 park-like acres just south of the charming historic downtown. The School of Nursing, located in northeast Portland, Oregon, is located on 20 acres. Linfield also has a growing eCampus. Since 1858, Linfield has connected a traditional liberal arts experience with practical education through 57 majors, including wine studies, sport management and nursing. Linfield also offers interdisciplinary graduate degrees in business, nursing, education and sports sciences. Linfield University is fully accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. With a relentless focus on student success, Linfield is committed to a mission of connecting learning, life and community. Linfield enrolls approximately 1,800 students from around the nation and globe each year. Thirty-seven percent of Linfield's undergraduate students are first-generation college students, and more than one-third are U.S. students of color. Linfield competes in the NCAA Division III Northwest Conference and holds the national record, across all divisions, for consecutive winning football seasons (dubbed "The Streak"). U.S. News & World Report has named Linfield one of the top liberal arts colleges in the nation when it comes to social mobility for four years in a row. See more of Linfield's accolades at linfield.edu/rankings . The university's two physical locations showcase the beauty of the Pacific Northwest and a meaningful connection between the university and its community. Just 1-2 hours from either location are the snow-peaked mountains of the Oregon Cascades or the Pacific Ocean shoreline. McMinnville and Portland are both highly ranked for their access to outdoor recreation, as well as top locations for foodies and wine enthusiasts. Although the school retains a historic affiliation with the American Baptist Church, Linfield's employees and students are not bound by the religious requirements of its founders. Linfield warmly welcomes all those who seek out Linfield's exemplary educational and career opportunities. Benefit Information: Linfield offers a generous comprehensive benefit plan, which includes healthcare, retirement plan, life insurance, and short/long term disability, 28 PTO days per year, 8 paid holidays, and Winter Break. Another amazing and valuable benefit for employees, as well as their spouse/domestic partner and dependents, is tuition remission. You and your dependents will have access to our Athletics Complex, including two weight rooms, racquetball courts, a basketball court, swimming pool, track, and indoor and outdoor tennis courts, and a 1.5 mile outdoor wellness trail. For those who are sports enthusiasts, you and your dependents can attend all Linfield athletic events on campus for free (except NCAA playoffs). Additional perks include 20% merchandise & clothing discount at our Barnes & Noble Bookstore, access to Microsoft Office 365 on your personal devices, and a Starbucks conveniently located on campus. We Value Diversity: Linfield University is actively engaged in promoting, advancing, and confirming our commitment to diversity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse and vibrant Linfield contributes to academic excellence and critical thinking. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought. All candidates are encouraged to address how their professional and lived experience, scholarship, teaching, mentorship, and/or service will build on our diversity and inclusion efforts.
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Linfield University Staff
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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