Veteran Certifying Official

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The Military Education Benefits Coordinator is responsible for the administration of state and federal veteran educational benefit programs available to military-affiliated students. These benefits include but are not limited to the Post 9/11 GI Bill WI GI Bill and the National Guard Tuition Reimbursement addition the Military Education Benefits Coordinator will assist with customer service and other duties related to day-to-day operations of the Financial Aid and Veteran Services Office.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Maintains established methods and organizational systems directed at the maintenance of electronic/physical records related to work operations according to established policies and procedures

• Schedules logistics and secures resources for meetings conferences travel and work unit operations

• Sends receives copies and distributes communications to the appropriate entities according to established policies and procedures under general supervision

• Collects analyzes and prepares various communication materials from established sources utilizing technology mediums

• Serves as a first point of contact for individuals and groups provides basic organizational information via phone in person and through other communication mediums and routes more complex inquiries to the appropriate entities

Department:

The Office of Financial Aid and Veteran Services is committed to ensuring the fair and equitable distribution of financial resources to provide access and to encourage the enrollment and retention of a well-prepared high-achieving and diverse student body. We believe that by providing exceptional guidance and advocacy for our constituents we offer tools to help develop independent problem-solving skills leading to enhanced student success which advances the Universitys mission. Our professional staff provides personalized counseling and outreach to educate and empower all students to make higher education more accessible and to reach graduation.

The Office of Financial Aid and Veteran Services plays an integral part in student recruitment and retention efforts and educating our students on financial awareness topics which helps support the Universitys mission by preparing our students for a diverse and inclusive world. The office is under the umbrella of the University Communications and Marketing division at UW-Stevens Point.

Compensation:

$40000 minimum based on qualifications and experience

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience working with detail-oriented projects and/or customer service

• Demonstrated administrative skills including attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

• Demonstrated ability in providing excellent customer service to diverse populations

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong computer and data entry skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Military service and/or experience with military benefits administration (both federal and state)

• Demonstrated initiative and experience in advocating and supporting military students and families

• Experience working in higher education in veterans services financial aid or other student services

How to Apply:

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by December 18 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:

- Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience

- Resume/Curriculum Vitae

After you submit your application you are unable to edit it so please be sure to include all application materials.

Contact Information:

Name: Karen Sakata

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Phone:4615

If you have any questions regarding the application process need special arrangements or if you submitted your application with missing materials please call or email:

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Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States a lawful permanent resident a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of -Stevens Point does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply three (3) professional references/one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor. (Preference to supply five (5) professional references/two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors.) Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Special Notes:

Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth provides a liberal education and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun jobs housing education quality of life and bragging rights visit .

Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at or

The safety and success of students faculty and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students faculty and staff. You may obtain the complete report at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.