Senior Project Coordinator @ University of Wyoming

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Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming.  Our community thrives on the contributions of talented and driven individuals who share in our mission, vision, and values. If your expertise and experience align with the goals of our institution, we would be thrilled to hear from you. We encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our vibrant campus community today!

Why Choose Us?

At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.

Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.

Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.

Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.

Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

At the University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW’s Benefits Summary.

JOB TITLE:

Veterans Services Center Coordinator

JOB PURPOSE:

Coordinate and manage the programs, services, resources, and operations of the Veterans Services Center (VSC). Serve as a resource and support, working collaboratively within Student Affairs to ensure optimization of veteran student success, retention, and well-being.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program robust student success focused programming and oversee the administration of the VSC for UW student veterans.
Develop trainings, presentations, and programs to educate campus and community partners on veteran students, services of the VSC, and navigating military-connected educational benefits.
Develop and maintain external relationships with military families, dignitaries, Wyoming Veterans Affairs Dept., and community partners for continued support of the VSC services and representation.
Collaborate with campus partners to enhance the veteran student experience, including but not limited to orientation programming, transfer students, graduation, roll call, military appreciation events, and more.
Conduct regular assessment and evaluation of programs, student learning, and employees. Participate in Union-related events, meetings, trainings, and programs.
Direct and supervise the project personnel functions including hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of staff.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

Represent the department on University or division/college committees, as directed.
May perform additional special assignments.

COMPETENCIES:

Collaboration
Developing Organizational Talent
Formal Presentation Skills
Individual Leadership
Innovation
Judgment
Quality Orientation
Work Prioritization & Management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 3 years work-related experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience

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.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience supervising professional and student staff
Proven experience navigating higher education and government policy
Ability to work collaboratively with division and campus partners
Understanding of current veteran student needs
Familiarity with initiatives, programs, and services to support veteran students
Proven experience serving as a mentor to support development
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

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.

Due to a current system limitation, you may only be prompted to upload your resume/CV and a Cover Letter. to ensure your application is complete, we recommend you put all of your application materials into one file with your cover letter. However, if you're experiencing any issues in doing so, please send any additional application materials to [email protected], and a recruiter will manually add them to your application packet. To help us process your application more efficiently, please include the 6-digit job ID number (located at the bottom of the job posting) in your email.

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 8/10/25 will receive full consideration.

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 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 contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [email protected]. 

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s 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/