Announcement of Anticipated Opening
Veterans Services Associate (VSA)/OASIS Coordinator
Community College Professional (CCP) 16
12 Month, Tenure-track Position
Application must be postmarked by this date.
July 6, 2018 by 5 p.m.
Anticipated Starting Date
August 2018
Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in an appropriately related field together with from one to three years of experience in a related field; or a combination of education, training and experience that would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties; supervisory experience. Community college experience preferred.
Incumbents are required to have demonstrated advanced knowledge and abilities in the following areas:
- Experience with VA educational benefits, policies and procedures
- Networking and collaboration with college and community partners
- Information technology literacy skills; Must have experience using Banner system and VA ONCE.
- Effective oral and written communications.
Ability to discuss the mission of the community college and their contribution to it, and experience responding to and working with multiple constituencies and involvement in support of a culturally and ethnically diverse population are essential.
Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated must put in writing precisely how their experience has prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and to provide appropriate references. Preference giving to military veterans.
ResponsibilitiesUnder the direction of the college's Career and Veteran’s Services department head, the incumbent will provide academic advising and retention strategies to veteran students, service members and their dependents. The incumbent will serve as the college’s primary School Certifying Official; process enrollment certifications, notices of change of enrollment, and periodic verification of pursuit of training; and will oversee and manage the Veterans OASIS. The primary functions of the VSA will be to:
- Guide veteran students to appropriate resources concerning college admission application processes, available educational benefits for veterans and dependents, and applying for educational benefits online
- Collaborate with Admissions office and Veterans Liaison Counselor to ensure academic and military transcripts are accurately submitted and evaluated, credit transfer is verified, and curriculum checks are completed and degree tracks are being followed and are in line with graduation requirements
- Perform regular in-house compliance reviews of GI Bill records, working closely with Bursar’s office to correct/amend enrollment overpayments
- Work with Institutional Research and other departments to gather and maintain institutional and veteran data for reporting to MCC administration, community partners, and appropriate reporting agencies
- Coordinate with appropriate college departments for testing, academic advising, financial aid, campus life and student support services and other college departments for the success and retention of veteran students
- Schedule and coordinate various special events and programs for veteran students to enhance their overall college experience and increase retention (to include hosting VETS Club meetings)
- Promote veterans scholarships and process/review applications with Veterans Advisory Committee and coordinate fundraisers to support program
- Manage application process for VA Work Study program and provide training for and supervision of student staff, to include graduate interns
- Update and maintain official Veteran Services Student Handbook and College website /catalog pertaining to veteran educational benefits
- Coach college staff on veteran educational policy and procedure and distributes timely updates
- Serve as liaison between MCC and veteran community partners
- Represent MCC at various community veteran and military functions/events as well as college and career fairs, as appropriate.
In addition to the accountabilities listed above, the position is required to carry out the essential duties of:
- Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies;
- Service on assigned committees and task forces;
- Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings.
These may involve attendance at evening or weekend events.
The incumbent is required to maintain currency in the position’s required fields of professional expertise and competencies including required computer skills.
The incumbent is required to maintain complete confidentiality of student records and other materials of a confidential nature.
Minimum Salary/Compensation$53,774 approximate annual, plus excellent medical insurance, retirement and related fringe benefits.
Application ProcedurePlease reference job posting number FT180014 on application materials. Email letter of Intent, resume, employment application, all transcripts (unofficial acceptable), and the names of three professional references to:
GenInfoHumanResources@manchestercc.edu
Employment application must be completed in its entirety; references to resume or CV are not acceptable. Application materials with the incorrect application will not be accepted.
Application Deadline
- Guide veteran students to appropriate resources concerning college admission application processes, available educational benefits for veterans and dependents, and applying for educational benefits online
- Collaborate with Admissions office and Veterans Liaison Counselor to ensure academic and military transcripts are accurately submitted and evaluated, credit transfer is verified, and curriculum checks are completed and degree tracks are being followed and are in line with graduation requirements
- Perform regular in-house compliance reviews of GI Bill records, working closely with Bursar’s office to correct/amend enrollment overpayments
- Work with Institutional Research and other departments to gather and maintain institutional and veteran data for reporting to MCC administration, community partners, and appropriate reporting agencies
- Coordinate with appropriate college departments for testing, academic advising, financial aid, campus life and student support services and other college departments for the success and retention of veteran students
- Schedule and coordinate various special events and programs for veteran students to enhance their overall college experience and increase retention (to include hosting VETS Club meetings)
- Promote veterans scholarships and process/review applications with Veterans Advisory Committee and coordinate fundraisers to support program
- Manage application process for VA Work Study program and provide training for and supervision of student staff, to include graduate interns
- Update and maintain official Veteran Services Student Handbook and College website /catalog pertaining to veteran educational benefits
- Coach college staff on veteran educational policy and procedure and distributes timely updates
- Serve as liaison between MCC and veteran community partners
- Represent MCC at various community veteran and military functions/events as well as college and career fairs, as appropriate.
- Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies;
- Service on assigned committees and task forces;
- Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings.
Minimum Salary/Compensation$53,774 approximate annual, plus excellent medical insurance, retirement and related fringe benefits.
Application ProcedurePlease reference job posting number FT180014 on application materials. Email letter of Intent, resume, employment application, all transcripts (unofficial acceptable), and the names of three professional references to:
GenInfoHumanResources@manchestercc.edu
Employment application must be completed in its entirety; references to resume or CV are not acceptable. Application materials with the incorrect application will not be accepted.
Application Deadline
Application Deadline
July 6, 2018 by 5 p.m.
Background Checks
Manchester Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. MCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination
Manchester Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, intellectual disability, learning disability, mental disability or history thereof, physical disability (including blindness), marital status, national origin, race, religious creed, sex (including sexual harassment and pregnancy), sexual orientation, criminal record, veteran status, retaliation for previous discrimination or coercion, genetic information and workplace hazards to reproductive systems. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Angelo Simoni, Jr., CSCU Title IX Coordinator, Manchester Community College, Great Path, P.O. Box 1046, Manchester, CT 06045-1046, SSC L277.
Manchester Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans.