Coordinator, Veteran Affairs - Houston, United States - Houston Community College

Houston Community College

Verified Company

Houston, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of addressing the special needs of all veteran students by providing online and on-campus services (i.e. college advising, scheduling of classes, aiding students through the registration and enrollment process, testing, career exploration, financial aid, job placement services, etc.).

Has the ability to conduct research and provide statistical data regarding veterans for best practices and strategies that aligned with the college's overall strategic initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide advising to prospective and current students.

Guide students in the awareness and planning of their post-secondary school curriculum, including the selection of the courses and programs of study.

Facilitate registration, orientation, workshops and seminars.

Conduct internal and external recruitment efforts.

Coordinate the Veterans Advisory Board and help to facilitate meetings.

Provide assistance to students, parents and community agencies with accurate up-to-date information, which will assist them in making sound educational decisions.

Advise students in the acquisition, usage and evaluation of information including College guidelines, catalogs and computer based guidance systems.

Facilitate the planning and hosting On-Campus College visits for parents and students.

Provide referrals for students needing services such as: tutoring, testing, career counseling, financial aid, disability services, etc.

Prepare and submit reports of statistical reports for veterans to supervisor which includes, but not limited to, special project activities, student contacts, and other data as requested.

Review and continually update the Veteran Affairs resources including the website, and work seamlessly with the Marketing Department to publish advertisements.

Certify veterans in conjunction with the Veterans Administration for students seeking certificate(s) and/or degrees.

Manage the development and implementation of policies, procedures and information pertaining to Veterans' Student Services.

Work with the Colleges and coordinates a Veterans Students Organization.

Establish and maintain inter-departmental relationships with all Student Services and Instructional Programs.

Represent College as needed in events.

Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree required
3 years related experience is required

Licensing & Certification

Valid Texas Driver License

Special Skills

MS Office Programs
Information Management Systems
Budget Management
Able to work flexible hours, to include nights and weekends

Competencies

Delivering High Quality Work
Accepting Responsibility
Serving Customers
Supporting Organizational Goals
Driving Continuous Improvement
Acting with Integrity
Thinking Critically
Managing Change
Communicating Effectively

Working Conditions

SECURITY SENSITIVE:

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country's largest singlyaccredited, openadmission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork.

You'll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution.

Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you'll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City's 5
Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
Overall aftertaxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
Houston is a majorleague sports town, and don't forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
The weather is great Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed yearround.
Worldrenowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its firstrate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation's top institutions.
With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston's cultural scene.
Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

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