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Veteran and Military Affairs Program Coordinator

**Requisition Number:** 68350

**Location:** Boulder Colorado

**Employment Type:** University Staff

**Schedule:** Full Time

**Posting Close Date:** 13-Nov-2025

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Job Summary

The **Office of Veteran and Military Affairs, (VMA)** encourages applicants for the **_Program Coordinator_** position! This role is responsible for assisting the VMA fulltime staff and serves as a University Certifying Official. The Program Coordinator will maintain a thorough and current working knowledge of the Veterans Administration, State of Colorado, and University rules, regulations, and procedures to ensure the accurate release of information and program compliance. Additionally, this position will perform life-cycle support on the VMA Bundle 30 Enrollment Certification Manager workflow system. This position provides excellent, efficient, and timely customer service to student veterans and veteran dependent students. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The **Division of Student** **Life** consists of 30 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder.

The work in Student Life supports all factors of the student experience, no matter what department a staff member may work in. This includes where students live, eat, make friends, build professional skills and find help if they need it. Many departments provide involvement opportunities, educational resources and support services to help students find their community and build lifelong skills. Student Life also has shared services departments that support the work and staff of our student-facing areas, including areas like center for assessment, insight and research, business services, finance, employee experience, communication and marketing and technology solutions.

With over 900 staff members in the Division of Student Life, our team is uniquely positioned to personalize the student experience and advocate for students, enhancing their success inside and outside the classroom.

_Veteran & Military Affairs_

Veteran and Military Affairs assists with pay, programs, policy, information and support for prospective and current student veterans and veteran dependents. Staff understand that veterans and military members living, working and receiving their education at CU Boulder are a valued component of our campus community. They also recognize their special circumstances and the need for a successful transition into our campus environment, and support throughout their academic journey.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

_Fiscal Responsibility, Quality Improvement and Student Support:_

+ As a University Certifying Official, this position will use resources provided by the Department of Education, Department of Defense, and Department of Veterans Affairs. Assists the VMA Educational Benefits Program Manager in ensuring adherence to the Department of Veterans Affairs and Colorado State Approval Agency regulations concerning the support of students who receive VA educational benefits. This role will assist the VMA Educational Benefits Program Manager in the verification and submission of enrollment data to the VA for tuition and fee payments to CU Boulder. Additionally, this position will provide assistance as advised by the VMA Educational Benefits Program Manager in monitoring of student academic success progress, reporting retention and graduation rates and assistance during VA financial audits which will include ensuring that the CU Boulder academic course catalog is in full compliance with VA regulations. This position will routinely interact with new students, prospective students, and parents both in the office and via phone and email inquiries to VMA.

_Data Management:_

+ Perform life cycle support on the VMA Bundle 30 Enrollment Certification Manager workflow system. Life cycle support includes updates to maintain the compatibility with the VA administrative and IT requirements. The VMA Program Coordinator will assist the VMA Educational Benefits Program Manager in maintaining accurate data on student veterans and veteran dependents. This position will also be responsible for learning Web Express, and the universities Content Management System to assist the VMA Educational Benefits Manager with maintenance and updates on the VMA website.

_Collaboration:_

+ In partnership with the VMA Academic Program Manager, establish and maintain processes for accurately identifying and reporting students under academic probation or suspension according to VA regulations. In performance if this student support based processes, the VMA Program Coordinator will work with the VMA Academic Integration Program Manager to create and maintain an early warning system to identify and contact to student veterans and veteran dependents who might be struggling academically.

+ Collaborate with other CU Boulder Offices to support current and prospective student veterans and veteran dependents. Coordinate with all colleges and schools at CU Boulder to support current and prospective student veterans and veteran dependents.

_Professional Development:_

+ Opportunities to participate in training seminars, conferences, committee meetings, and other meetings for professional development. Continually learn new laws and program guidelines.

What You Should Know

+ This is a full-time, hybrid role working 3 days onsite and 2 days remote each week.

What We Can Offer

+ The annual salary for this position is $53,000.

+ Onboarding assistance is available within the Student Life division guidelines.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/) , we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage (https://advantage.cu.edu/campus/cu-boulder) program.

Be Statements

Be collaborative. Be supportive. Be Boulder.

What We Require

+ A BA/BS from an accredited 4-year institution of higher education, or equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.

What You Will Need

+ A strong dedication to customer service.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

+ Ability to work with all levels of the organization.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.

2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by November 13, 2025, for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs. (http://jobs.colorado.edu/)

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Veteran-and-Military-Affairs-Program-Coordinator/68350 (https://apptrkr.com/6688167)

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The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.