Veteran Services Associate at Middlesex College

Norwalk, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Oct, 26

Salary

43.7

Posted On

19 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Veteran Services, Academic Advising, Enrollment Certification, Transcript Evaluation, Curriculum Checking, Interpersonal Communication, Written Communication, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Banner Student Information System, ERP Systems, Student Retention Strategies, Diversity Support

Industry

Higher Education

Description

About CT State Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success. For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State Position Details Posted: July 18, 2026 Level: Educational Assistant Employment Type: Temporary position, non-tenure track position Hours: Part-time up to 17 hours per week Anticipated Start Date: August 2026 Work Location: CT State Norwalk (188 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06854) Work Modality: On site; Position is not remote Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Position Summary The Veteran Services Associate will serve as one of the college’s school certifying officials, processing enrollment certifications, notices of change of enrollment, and periodic verification of pursuit training. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under the direction of the Dean of Students or other administrator, the Veteran Services Associate is accountable for providing academic advising and retention strategies for veteran students in various academic area through effective performance in these essential duties: Key responsibilities include: Guide veteran students to appropriate resources concerning college admission application processes, available educational benefits for veterans and dependents, and applying for educational benefits online. Review and evaluate academic and military transcripts, verify credit transfer, and provide curriculum checks to ensure degree track, and graduation requirements are aligned. Coordinate with appropriate college departments for testing, academic advising, campus life and student support services and other college departments for the success and retention of veteran students. Coach College staff on veteran educational policy and procedure and distributes timely updates. Serve as liaison between CT State Norwalk and Veteran community partners. Maintain institutional and veteran data for reporting to administration, community partners, and appropriate reporting agencies. Represent CT State Norwalk at various community veteran and military functions/events as appropriate. This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in an appropriately related field with one (1) or more years of experience in student services, advisement, or other higher education related field, or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position's essential duties. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Experience with Veteran Services. Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) Preferred Qualifications Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as Banner student information system An understanding of the mission of the community college system Demonstrated involvement in support of diversity, Demonstrated ability to respond to and work with multiple constituencies. Special consideration given to military veterans Salary $43.70 hourly For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees. Application Instructions To apply, please submit the following: A cover letter A current resume In your cover letter, you must clearly address how your experience and skills align with each of the required and preferred qualifications. The cover letter may be entered as text in the application system or uploaded as a single combined file with the resume. Important Notes: Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered Links to external resume or profile sites will not be accepted Apply online at: www.ct.edu/hr/jobs CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas. Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States Background Screening Employment offers are contingent upon: Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks CT State is committed to maintaining a safe campus community. Equity Statement Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities. Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a-80(b) or 46a-81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups. For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact: Nicholas D'Agostino, Director of Equity and Civil Rights, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860-612-7075 or nicholas.dagostino@ctstate.edu. CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Responsibilities

The Veteran Services Associate serves as a school certifying official processing enrollment certifications and verifying training pursuit. They provide academic advising, guide veterans through benefit applications, and coordinate with college departments to ensure student success and retention.