Logo
CSU Careers

School Certifying Official / Education Benefits Advisor (Student Services Profes

CSU Careers, San Diego, California, United States, 92189


Position Summary Are you passionate about supporting military and veteran students? We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team! In this role, you will play a crucial part in the daily operations of our center, ensuring that our military-affiliated students receive the education benefits they deserve. Key Responsibilities: Administer Education Benefits:

Manage all aspects of federal and state VA education benefits for our students. Student Advising:

Provide guidance and support to military and veteran students, helping them navigate their educational journey. Compliance:

Ensure accuracy and attention to detail to keep the university and students in compliance with VA regulations. Liaison:

Act as the primary contact for VA-related questions, assisting students, the public, and the campus community through various communication channels. Issue Resolution:

Work with the VA Regional Processing Office to resolve payment and overpayment issues. Why Join Us? Impactful Work:

Make a difference in the lives of military and veteran students. Collaborative Environment:

Work independently with support from the Military and Veterans Program (MVP) Director and the Primary School Certifying Official. Dynamic Role:

Engage with a diverse group of people and handle a variety of tasks daily. If you are detail-oriented, passionate about helping others, and ready to contribute to a supportive team, we encourage you to apply! Position Information This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits-eligible, permanent/probationary position. This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. Standard hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego. Education and Experience Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job-related field. Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; experience should give evidence of competence and indicate the potential for further growth. A master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience. Key Qualifications High level of accuracy and attention to detail to ensure compliance with Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regulations. Strong ability to liaise with the general public, students, and campus community through various channels (walk-ins, email, phone). Proficiency in handling daily operations and tasks independently with minimal supervision. Experience in advising military-affiliated students on education benefits is preferred. Working knowledge of the practices, procedures and activities related to state / federal VA education benefit programs is preferred. Compensation and Benefits Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $4,841 per month. Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. Diversity and Community at SDSU At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. Supplemental Information Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on October 21, 2024.

To receive full consideration, apply by October 20, 2024 . The position will remain open until filled. The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. SDSU is a smoke-free campus. SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Eurick Hilario at echilario@sdsu.edu.

#J-18808-Ljbffr