Director for Military and Veterans Student Success

Director for Military and Veterans Student Success

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Position Information

NBAPOSN Title

Working Title

Working Title Director for Military and Veterans Student Success

Brief Position Overview

The Director for Military and Veterans Student Success serves as the primary point of contact for military service members, veterans, and military-affiliated students at MSUB including both the University and City College campuses.

• Partners in the robust MSUB student support ecosystem including advocates for and implements services that support the enrollment and success of veteran and military-affiliated students and when applicable, their families.
• Provides student support from initial contact and enrollment through graduation.
• Responsible for all VA certification and DoD tuition assistance and education benefits reporting requirements.
• Advises MSUB on compliance with Title 20 and 38 as it pertains to veteran and military-affiliated student benefits.
• Cultivates and sustains professional relationships with community, regional, and military partners.
• Leads the hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of the part-time School Certifying Official and VA Work Study students

Position Number

Department

Department Military and Veterans Success Center

Division

Division Student Access and Success

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Staff

Contract Term

Contract Term Fiscal Year

Semester

If other, specify From date

If other, specify End date

FLSA

Union Affiliation

Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining

FTE

FTE 1

Benefits Eligible

Benefits Eligible Yes

Compensation

Compensation Annual

Salary $65,000.00 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications

Contract Type

Contract Type MUS

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Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type Open

General Statement

Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region - WE WANT YOU!

• Work-life balance
• Holidays-10 paid holidays per year and 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation- 15 days per year (New Employees to 10 years; after 10 years the accrual rate increases)
• Sick Leave – Earned at an accrual rate of .0416125 for each hour in pay status.
• Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver
• Opportunities to engage in professional development opportunities
• Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program
• Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable
• Visit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package including:
• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Life Insurance and Long Term Disability are incorporated into our benefits.
• Learn more about our retirement benefits at MUS Retirement.

• Opportunities for career growth and a variety of career paths
• Campus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.
• Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking path

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Recruitment

The Director collaborates with the Office of Admissions, TRIO Veterans Upward Bound, TRIO Educational Opportunities Center, veteran service organizations, military units, and government partners to recruit and support prospective veterans and military-affiliated students.

Responsibilities include:

• Partnering with the Office of Admissions on developing and implementing a strategic enrollment plan focused on recruitment, retention, and graduation.
• Representing the MVSC at campus and community recruitment events.
• Assisting with VA eligibility, required documentation, and military-related enrollment processes. (e.g. VA Education Benefits, DoD Tuition Assistance, MyCAA, and state level tuition waivers)
• Supporting prospective students with MSUB applications and course placement-related preparation.
• Collaborating with MSUB student support areas assisting with FAFSA completion.
• Partnering with TRIO Veterans Upward Bound and the Office of Admissions on pertinent orientations for veterans and military affiliated students.
• Supporting professional and faculty academic advisors with course registration and managing priority enrollment processes

Retention

Once students are enrolled, the Director supports their successful progression toward a degree by:

• Providing timely communication regarding deadlines and available support services.
• Mentoring students and addressing challenges that may impact academic…