Project Coordinator, Senior - Veterans Services Center

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities.  We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE:   

Project Coordinator, Senior

JOB PURPOSE:

Coordinate and manage the operational, programming, and day-to-day functions in support of the Veterans Services Center mission supporting Military, Veterans, and Military Families enrolled at the University of Wyoming.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, coordinate, and implement VSC sponsored programs, activities, and events, under limited supervision.
• Manage VSC events calendar, communicate with other UW and off-campus agencies to coordinate VSC activities.
• Provide advice and counsel to military connected students and families regarding veterans education benefits, college admissions, course enrollment, academic success practices, and provide accurate veterans resource information and referral.
• Represent the VSC on various campus and community boards, committees, and councils as VSC and student veteran representative and advocate.
• Develop and maintain close consultation with campus cohorts to determine and address systemic concerns/issues affecting student veterans and advocate on their behalf with UW Administration, Faculty, Staff, and non-UW agencies, if needed.
• Assist VSC Directorin in other high-level duties, such as co-presenting during meetings, seminars, and presentations highlighting the mission, work, and achievements of the VSC; liaison to the Veterans Administration and other agencies to promote various programs and services offered; planning and implementation of various new student orientations and first year academic programming; assist with the management of various scholarships assigned to the VSC for management and distribution.
• Assist in developing the annual VSC Operations Budget and monitor daily budget activities.  Responsible for developing and implementing the VSC annual Giving Day campaign; and assist VSC Director in sustaining donor relationships, donor meetings, reporting, and achieving annual donation goals.
• Assist VSC Director in the hiring, supervision, and training of VSC student staff and tutors.
• Manage VSC marketing, social media, email distribution lists, VSC webpage, and campus/community communication newsletters to ensure timely and accurate dissemination of VSC events, activities, and information.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• May perform additional special assignments and duties, as directed.

COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge and understanding of military/veteran culture and experience.
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Formal Presentation Skills
• Individual Leadership
• Adaptability
• Judgment
• Quality Orientation
• Work Prioritization & Management

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in a related field; or equivalent combination of education & experience.

Experience: 3 years work-related experience, including administration, supervision, and  counseling experience - military experience preferred but not required.

Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements: 

• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.

• This position involves on-call status.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

Proven knowledge and understanding of military culture, veterans benefits, and veterans' transitionary challenges and best practices, especially as related to academia.

Military service preferred, but not required.

Supervisory experience.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Prior experience with front-line and/or customer service practices.  

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.  

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.   

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/