Position Location

Fort Collins, CO

Is this position eligible for hybrid or remote work?

Yes - Hybrid Remote/In-Office

Research Professional Position

No

Posting Number

202201746AP

Position Type

Admin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification Title

Prof/Indiv Contrib II

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week

40

Proposed Annual Salary Range

$45,000 - $55,000

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on

11/28/2022

Description of Work Unit

The Office of the Registrar provides leadership and service in student enrollment and academic record management that supports recruitment, retention, and graduation goals of Colorado State University. The Office of the Registrar values Students, CSU’s Principles of Community, Collaboration, and our Employees. Based on our goals, values, and our commitment to inclusive excellence, the Office of the Registrar seeks to hire team members who demonstrate a positive attitude, a passion for producing quality work, an interest in serving as an educator, a commitment to treating others with respect and an internal motivation for doing the work we do.

Position Summary

This position will focus exclusively on serving veteran students utilizing Veteran’s Affairs (VA) benefits in the Office of the Registrar. The documentation the University must complete in order to certify that a veteran or dependent is eligible for benefits has increased in complexity due to new programs and new Veteran Administration (VA) rules. This position assumes responsibility for maintaining the eligibility of the University to participate in the VA programs and responsibility for certifications in any of the seven extant chapters of GI Bill© benefits on which the VA bases payments to students and the University.

This position has program responsibility for the University’s participation in the Veterans’ Educational Assistance programs. This includes ensuring the University complies with VA requirements to participate in the VA programs, completing paperwork for the University to participate, maintaining the records of eligible veterans, certifying student enrollment status to the VA and advising veterans of their eligibility and options for receiving benefits. Periodically, this position will meet with and provide requested records to VA and State Approving Agency officials in conducting compliance surveys and supervisory visits (audits).This position will meet with parents who transfer GI Bill© entitlement to dependents. Because the transfer and benefit brings to bear both Department of Defense and Veteran Affairs rules and regulations, it is a labyrinthine procedure that many parents and their student dependents cannot successfully find their way through. Time and expertise is required counseling parents and their dependents by telephone, email, and personal contact.

The VA pays tuition and fees directly to CSU for students using the Post 9/11 GI Bill©. This requires that tuition and fees be reported separately with each certification of each student using the benefit. Additionally, each time students using the Post 9/11 GI Bill© change their schedule, tuition and fees have to be recalculated and an adjustment submitted to the VA. This requires running assessments and using them to determine applicable tuition and fees, determining the students’ level of entitlement and reporting to Accounts Receivable Operations the amount of payment to expect from the VA for each student.

Incorporating CSU’s Principles of Community into everyday work is an essential component of this position. We welcome applications from candidates whose knowledge, skills, and abilities contribute to fostering an inclusive campus community and work environment.

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (earned by December 31, 2022) from an accredited university in Business, Accounting, Education, Science or Public Administration, or a closely related field that emphasizes analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting complex state and federal policies.
• Experience working in higher education.
• Strong relationship building and organizational skills demonstrated by collaborating with multiple constituencies.
• Personal and professional commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as demonstrated by active engagement in any of the following areas: creating inclusive training practices or operating procedures; participating in DEI trainings, professional development, or service opportunities; ensuring data integrity that supports diverse constituents; or fostering welcoming and inclusive work environments for colleagues, students, faculty, or staff from diverse communities and backgrounds.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Master’s Degree.
• Two or more years’ experience as a School Certifying Official at an institution of higher education that certifies more than 300 benefit users per semester.
• Familiarity with higher education advising practices.
• Familiarity with higher education financial aid and residency policies.
• Demonstrated experience working with Veteran Benefits in a higher education environment.
• Demonstrated experience performing as a team player in measured deliverable situations.
• Significant experience interpreting complex state and federal veteran policies.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills as demonstrated by respectful and effective interactions with diverse constituencies including but not limited to students, faculty, staff, and vendors at all levels.

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to contribute to the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

Job Duty Category

Certifying VA Benefits

Duty/Responsibility

Manages the University’s participation in the Veteran’s educational benefits by ensuring that VA requirements are met by the University, completing documents to maintain University eligibility, certifying enrollment and eligibility of current students, supplying reports regarding our student veterans, and working with the VA to resolve problems.

Percentage Of Time

60

Job Duty Category

Customer Service

Duty/Responsibility

Assist students to maximize and efficiently utilize their VA education benefits by advising them of their eligibility and options prior to certification of those who meet the standards .

Percentage Of Time

30

Job Duty Category

Other Duties as Assigned

Duty/Responsibility

Percentage Of Time

10

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

We welcome people with disabilities in our search. If you anticipate any barriers related to your disability in our interview process, please let us know as we are happy to discuss any accommodations needed to ensure equal access in our search.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement after a period of onboarding and training.

Conditions of Employment

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Special Requirements/Other - Education Verification Check

Search Contact

Kesha Hill, Kesha.Hill@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.