WSU Tech

Technical college in Wichita, KS

Veteran Services Specialist

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Full-timeWichita, KS, USA$23.01 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

An associate degree is required.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently is required.
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills are required.
Professional customer service skills and a commitment to supporting students are required.

Responsibilities

Advise and support students regarding federal and institutional veteran education benefits.
Assist students with benefit applications, certifications, and eligibility requirements.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of VA educational programs and compliance regulations.
Process veteran education records accurately and in a timely manner.
Coordinate attendance reporting and communicate with faculty and academic leadership as needed.
Maintain student records within the College's ERP system.
Communicate veteran benefit policies and procedures to internal and external stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance the student experience.
Collaborate with Student Services and assist other areas when needed.
Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

Desired Qualifications

A bachelor's degree is preferred.
Experience working with veteran education benefits and student counseling within the past two years is preferred.
Familiarity with Enrollment Manager or similar veteran certification systems is preferred.

Veteran Services Specialist

WSU Tech · Wichita, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-14

Workplace: on_site

Department: Staff

Description

WSU Tech is seeking a dedicated and service-oriented Veteran Services Specialist to support military-connected students as they pursue their educational and career goals. In this role, you will serve as a primary resource for veteran education benefits, guiding students through the application, certification, and benefits processes while ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

This is a grant-funded position and has a delay start.
Pay: $23.01 per hour

If you are passionate about serving others, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy helping students navigate important resources, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do

As a Veteran Services Specialist, you will:

Advise and support students regarding federal and institutional veteran education benefits.
Assist students with benefit applications, certifications, and eligibility requirements.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of VA educational programs and compliance regulations.
Process veteran education records accurately and in a timely manner.
Coordinate attendance reporting and communicate with faculty and academic leadership as needed.
Maintain student records within the College's ERP system.
Communicate veteran benefit policies and procedures to internal and external stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance the student experience.
Collaborate with Student Services and assist other areas when needed.
Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

Requirements

Associate degree.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Professional customer service skills and a commitment to supporting student.

Preferred

Bachelor's degree.
Experience working with veteran education benefits and student counseling within the past two years.
Familiarity with Enrollment Manager or similar veteran certification systems.

Benefits

https://wsutech.edu/whyhere/

WSU Tech is committed to inclusive and equitable practices to create an environment and culture where students and employees thrive. We acknowledge that through valuing diverse identities, experiences, talents, and gifts, we excel by fulfilling our mission to create a talent pipeline, establish workforce equity, and improve economic prosperity for our community. WSU Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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About the Company

WSU Tech

Technical college in Wichita, KS

WSU Tech is a public technical college in Wichita, Kansas, that prepares students for skilled careers and further study through hands-on training. Its programs cover aviation, advanced manufacturing and health sciences, with aviation training based at the National Center for Aviation Training. Students can pursue degrees and certificates, take general education courses that transfer to four-year universities, or complete workforce training shaped with employers. The college is affiliated with Wichita State University while retaining separate admissions, tuition and degree-granting status. Founded in 1965, WSU Tech has its main campus in Wichita and is supported by Kansas and Sedgwick County.

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Headquarters: Wichita, KS
Founded: 1965

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