School Certifying Official
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Job Location:
Fayetteville, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Type of Position:
Student Support Services
Workstudy Position:
Job Type:
Regular
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Institution Name:
University of Arkansas FayettevilleFounded in 1871 the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills fostering a welcoming climate and nurturing creativity discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health dental life and disability insurance tuition waivers for employees and their families 12 official holidays immediate leave accrual and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:
Veteran and Military-Affiliated Student Center Certifying Officials
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Summary of Job Duties:
The School Certifying Official is responsible for processing both pre and post registration certifications/verifications through the enrollment manager portal. They will assist students with questions related to VA benefits via phone email or in person while providing excellent customer service. The School Certifying Official accepts responsibilities for explaining analyzing and interpreting VA policy changes while monitoring the student eligibility for benefits processing associated with this designation. They will also be responsible for maintaining and preparing documentation for annual and semi-annual compliance audits from State and Federal agencies. The Certifying Official will assist with the process of federal military education benefits and supervision of VA work study students. Additionally they will be responsible for tracking laws and regulations that might affect the organizations policies specific to military education benefits. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy and will work closely with campus and community partners to process military educational benefits. Regular reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty as is the ability to create and maintain collegial harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Experience with Microsoft Excel
Applicable equivalencies may be considered for the above qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Experience with VA-ONCE and/or Enrollment Manager
Experience with VA Works certification processing platform
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of customer service techniques
Effective interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
Data entry and keyboarding skills
Ability to use computerized management information systems (databases)
Ability to learn and follow complex procedures and detailed policies
Ability to analyze financial information and prepare reports
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
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Recruitment Contact Information:
Director VMSC
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract develop and retain high quality faculty staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual preference or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
