Since 1906, UWG has been home to those who are eager to take their own path, learn, and grow. With more than 12,700 students from across Georgia, 34 other states and 64 countries, 95+ undergraduate programs and concentrations, and 35 master’s, specialist, and doctoral degree programs, we’ve come a long way since then. Today, we’re a regional powerhouse making a $626 million local economic impact.

With locations in Carrollton, Douglasville, and Newnan, Georgia, we take pride in making a difference in the lives of our students, our neighbors, and the world. In essence, UWG provides a safe, quality and affordable college experience that transforms lives. Amazing things happen when you Go West!

The university is organized into our College of Art, Culture, and Scientific Inquiry; College of Education; Richards College of Business; University College; School of Communication, Film, and Media; Tanner Health System School of Nursing; Honors College; Graduate School; UWG Newnan; and our UWG Douglasville Center.

The Veterans and Military Programs Office serves service members, veterans, and their affiliated family members maximize their educational experience through student engagement and a Veterans Resource Center. The Veterans and Military Programs Office is your modern study lounge with computers, wireless internet access, and a knowledgeable staff to support you with your transition to UWG by providing assistance with technology and applications, connect you to on-campus resources, and assist you on your career path by hosting career workshops and connecting you with opportunities through Career Services.

This position is reporting to the Director of Strategic Initiatives. The manager will plan, organize, and coordinate services, activities, and programs related to military affiliated students. The manager will assist student veterans and connect them to campus and community resources. Position requires knowledge of military culture, transitioning from the military to civilian and/or college environment, and the challenges of military affiliated students. Position chairs the Veteran Advisory Council.

1 - 40%

• Plan, coordinate, market, and facilitate the Veteran and Military Programs activities, programs, and services related to military-affiliated student. Recommend new programs designed to enhance student development and success.

2 - 30%

• Provide advisory support to military-affiliated student as they transition to college, including knowledge of admissions, financial aid, and benefits. Connect current and prospective students with resources to supplement and enhance the academic experience, student retention, and graduation. Provide guidance and support for academic and non-academic issues. Assist with prospective student inquiries, follow-up, and outreach.

3 - 20%

• Responsible for understanding and interpreting the needs of student veterans to staff, faculty and administration officials. Develop collaborative partnerships with a variety of university departments. Provide educational programs related to military cultural competence. Chair the Veteran Advisory Council and serve as the advisor for the Student Veteran Association.

4 - 10%

• Develop collaborative partnerships with a variety of external constituents. Maintain positive and productive relationships with external veterans' offices and organizations.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years if related experience.

Required Experience

• One (1) year of experience working in a higher education setting in an advisory, administrative, program coordination, recruiting or educational capacity.
• Knowledge of military culture, transitioning from the military to civilian and/or college environment, and the challenges of military affiliated students.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited instituion of higher education in Communication, Business, Education, or related field.

Preferred Experience

• Three (3) years of experience in U.S. military.
• Three (3) years of experience at an institution of higher education.
• Experience conducting in-person or online education or training programs.
• Basic proficiency in social media mangement.

$45,056 - $52,356 / annually

• Normal office environment with long periods of sitting at times.
• Coordinates with Director of Strategic Initiatives and divisional budget manager for budget alignment.
• Position plays a significant role in providing support and programming to our Veteran and Military students. The support and growth of this population is critical for the university to continue moving forward.

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources at 678-839-6403, or by email at hr@westga.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at sscsupport@ssc.usg.edu.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia, as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

It is the policy of the University of West Georgia to follow federal law in regards to affirmative action and equal opportunity. The University of West Georgia's affirmative action program and related policies are developed in compliance with Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, as amended; Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Sections 503 & 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (Title II) and their implementing regulations; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as it amends 38 U.S.C. 4212.

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