Coordinator of Military and Veteran Services (Program/Student Advisor) (11004)
The Coordinator of Military and Veteran Services in the Military and Veteran Resource Center will assist the Director in the planning, coordination, implementation, organization, monitoring, and evaluation of services for Military and Veterans Services. The selected candidate will aid in conducting outreach for new veteran students, coordinate on and off campus veteran student activities, help veteran students navigate the federal and state resources available, and support the Veteran Students of America organization activities. Additionally, this position will support daily operations of the Military and Veteran Resource Center, attend military and veteran related events both on and off campus, coordinate military and veteran events, and provide administrative support to the department. Due to the professional duties of this position, some evening and weekend hours may be required.
This position is a current civil service vacancy at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and will close to applicants at end of business day, 11:59 pm CST, on the posting end date. SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time (50% or more) employees including medical, dental and life insurance; tuition waivers; financial savings plans; vacation and sick leave; and pension plan as part of a total compensation package to eligible employees.
To Apply for this Vacancy:
Click the “Apply for Position” button at the top of the job description page. This will prompt you to access your existing HireTouch account or create a new account, only create a new account if you have NEVER done so previously. After logging in or completing your new profile, you can then complete the required SIUE application documents for each individual position. Please be sure to complete updated 2020 forms that are attached to the job located under your Applicant Profile box.
Applicants must submit an updated and complete Civil Service Application, which must include complete employment history, through HireTouch. If you do not possess any employment history, you must indicate this within the employment history section of the application. Your application should reflect all relevant skills and experience related to the minimum qualifications listed for this position. While a resume may be submitted with the application, data for each employer must be listed on this application form. (The words "See Resume" may only be used as a substitute in the section entitled "Specific Duties Performed".) If the application is incomplete you will not be considered for the position as our office will be unable to evaluate your application to determine if you possess the required minimum qualifications.
If qualifying by education or to qualify for a required educational prerequisite, you must submit your transcripts, including those for SIUE, at the time of application. Applicants qualifying for veteran’s preference must submit a copy of form DD214 at the time of application. For additional information, please visit: Eligibility Criteria and Point Allocation and Proof of Eligibility. Please submit any other licenses or certifications related to the position at the time of application.
Applicants will be subject to a background check and/or drug screening prior to an offer of employment. Some positions are represented by a union and may require union dues.
PLEASE NOTE: For all Civil Service positions, Illinois residency is required within 180 calendar days of the start date for the designated position.
For more information, please visit the Office of Human Resources website at www.siue.edu/human-resources or call Civil Service Testing at 618-650-2190.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Veteran with honorable discharge.
Preferred Qualifications:
-Experience with VA educational benefits.
- Two (2) years of experience with veteran benefits/services.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce. We will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. We encourage applications from women, minorities, protected veterans and people with disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Acts (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, please call 618-650-2190 or email EmploymentHR@siue.edu.