POSITION SUMMARY
This is a full-time position reporting to the Learning Resource Center Director. The Veteran Center Coordinator position manages and coordinates all veteran assistance programs and services. This position requires the ability to work closely with the One-Stop Coordinator, state and community veteran organizations, and supervise work-study students. The candidate must be able to schedule appointments and make referrals for veteran students on and off campus, provide community outreach to veterans and their dependents, assist students, establish a Veterans Club, and manage the Veteran Center. The candidate will help veteran students navigate the ENMU-Roswell student services processes such as the initial application process, academic advising, financial aid, scholarships, GI Bill verifications, etcetera. The candidate will coordinate with various organizations to support student veterans and their families, maintain knowledge of program requirements, and participate in training when available. The successful candidate must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with people.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain Veteran Center and manage student check-in process using Who's Next software.
• Supervise student employees, schedules, and coordinate with other departments in the Learning Resource Center (LRC) as needed.
• Coordinate with One-Stop Coordinator, Veteran Affairs to stay abreast of VA Educational benefit information including but not limited to: eligible degree programs, VA certification process, and state and federal regulations.
• Promote student success and retention by coordinating with academic support and student services.
• Assist students with initial processes and develop individual academic achievement plans as needed.
• Work closely with campus departments for event coordination.
• Plan, organize, and promote veteran sponsored activities and events.
• Assist with other student activities and events.
• Work with the campus graphic designer to produce promotional materials for the Veteran Center.
• Maintain Veteran Center social media sites and work with the LRC Coordinator to publish a monthly newsletter highlighting Veteran events, accomplishments, and opportunities.
• Track and maintain all necessary data for Veteran students.
• Cross-training with LRC departments and Student Services.
• Network and create partnerships with outside Veteran organizations to support Veteran students.
• Attend ESGR meetings as needed and any other committee meetings as deemed necessary.
• Qualify the Roswell campus to be recognized as a military friendly college.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate degree or a combination of education and experience or equivalent time served in the military.
• Two years of experience providing services to students, veterans, or members of the public.
• Commitment to providing robust Veteran student support and customer service.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite and various computer and presentation technologies.
• Some night and weekend work may be required occasionally.
• Excellent written and communication skills.

• Bachelor degree in any field.
• Experience working with Veteran's or college level students.
• Experience working at a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).
• Bilingual.
• Veteran status.

Work is performed during normal work hours, with some evenings and weekends to meet deadlines.
Work is sedentary in nature that at times requires exerting up to 25 pounds of force, occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Essential Functions: [As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the following responsibilities, minimum job knowledge, skills, and abilities. This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.]

Electronic Application Instructions: Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link on the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:

Required Documents:
Letter of Interest
Resume / Curriculum vitae
Transcripts Official or Unofficial. (Scanned/PDF transcripts required if being used to meet the minimum or preferred qualifications; Copy and Paste transcripts will not be considered.)

ENMU-Roswell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in its programs, activities, or employment. People seeking additional information about the University's non-discrimination policy should contact the Affirmative Action Officer at (575) 562-2218. Individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation can call the office of human resources at (575) 624-7411. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs, activities, employment and admission, and the University is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. Part 106 not to discriminate in such a manner. For more information regarding Title IX please click New Mexico is an open records state, therefore ENMU-R complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Requests for records should be sent to . For any other inquires please contact Human Resources at (575) 624-7412 or e-mail HR@roswell.enmu.edu

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

ENMU-Roswell reserves the right to cancel, change, or close any advertised position at any time. The decision to do so will be based upon the needs of the University and the final determination will rest with the President.

APPLICANTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SUBMITTING COMPLETE APPLICATIONS