Specialist, Veterans Affairs
Valencia College - Orlando, Florida, United States, 32811
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Posting Detail Information
Position Number SE2099.00000
Position Title Specialist, Veterans Affairs
Job Type Staff
FT/PT Full-Time
Employee Class Description Staff (ed. support)
General Position Description
This position serves as a primary liaison between veteran students and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) providing comprehensive support to ensure the successful utilization of VA educational benefits. Provides veteran students with support to ensure student success and retention.
Flexible Work Arrangement Majority/Primarily On-site: Employee performs the majority of job duties on-site, but may occasionally work remotely.
Grade 2024
Exemption Status Non-Exempt
Posting Number S3363P
Location(s) Orlando, FL 32811 - West Campus
Proposed Work Schedule (Please note hours subject to change based on business needs)
Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. occasional nights and weekends. Schedule subject to change based upon department needs.
Number of Vacancies 1
Posting Start Date 07/18/2025
Posting End Date 08/08/2025
Open Until Filled No
Quicklink for Posting https://valenciacollege.peopleadmin.com/postings/39774
Posting Detail Information
Temporary Position (Temp or Grant Funded) Details
Salary Range $ 38,654
Essential Job Functions
Description of Job Function
1. Serves as an initial point of contact for prospective and enrolled veteran students regarding their eligibility and application for VA educational benefits (e.g., Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program, Vocational Rehabilitation, etc.).
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2. Provides guidance and support to students completing and submitting VA application forms and required documentation.
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3. Interprets complex VA regulations and communicates them clearly to students.
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4. Processes and reports student enrollments to the VA in a timely manner, ensuring full compliance with all VA regulations, including updates related to enrollment status.
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5. Maintains detailed and accurate records of student VA benefits, certifications, and correspondence.
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6. Supports the Director in preparing and submitting required VA reports, including enrollment certifications, adjustment reports, and other compliance documentation.
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7. Works closely with college departments to ensure seamless support for veteran students with on-campus and community resources, including tutoring, counseling, career services, and veteran organizations.
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8. Organizes and participates in events and workshops designed to support veteran students.
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9. Engages in professional development opportunities and VA training programs to stay current on all VA regulations, policies, and updates related to educational benefits.
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10. Supports the director in updating internal procedures related to VA benefit processing.
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11. Performs other related duties as assigned