Senior Certification Specialist processing VA educational benefits and student enrollments for University of Maryland Global Campus. Ensuring compliance with Department of Veterans Affairs certification requirements.
Responsibilities
Review student records and monitor student enrollments
Process enrollments in PeopleSoft and the VA’s Enrollment Manager system
Remain compliant with Department of Veterans Affairs rules and regulations
Liaise with advising operations, Office of Financial Solutions, and other UMGC departments to resolve escalated certification questions and concerns
Assist students with Department of Veterans Affairs issues related to VA educational benefits
Liaise with overseas points of contact to process enrollment certifications
Adhere to SAA and VA regulations and VCO office protocols
Provide students, prospective students, and UMGC staff with general information about VA educational benefits
Act as first point of contact for student escalations
Develop and maintain job aids and internal training materials
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning
Two (2) years of experience working at an institution of higher learning, preferably in a college Veterans Affairs Office or Student Advising
Experience in PeopleSoft and Enrollment Manager preferred
Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Cover letter and resume required
Benefits
22 days of paid vacation
15 days of sick leave
3 personal days
16 paid holidays (17 during general election years)
Health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for individuals and families
Term Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Retirement stipend equal to 7.25 percent of base salary for Contingent II employees
Supplemental retirement accounts and plans including 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and Roth options
Tuition Remission at UMGC or University of Maryland College Park
Spouses and dependent children eligible for undergraduate tuition remission after two years of service
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