Military-Affiliated Student Services Specialist

## Military-Affiliated Student Services Specialist Apply locations:
Ames, IAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R19433##

Position Title:

Military-Affiliated Student Services Specialist## Job Group:

Professional & Scientific## Required

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience##

Job Description:

** Summary of

Duties and Responsibilities:

** Are you inspired by the opportunity to guide military-affiliated students as they navigate the academic landscape, leveraging their discipline and resilience to achieve personal and professional success?

If so, the Military-Affiliated Student Center within the Dean of Students Office at Iowa State University is currently seeking applicants for the role of Military-Affiliated Student Services Specialist! This position will be classified as a Student Services Specialist II.
** What You'll Do:
*** Administer programs and services with a comprehensive understanding of the unique needs of military-affiliated students, ensuring effective support.
* Supervise graduate assistants and co-supervise student office assistants, including oversight of hiring and onboarding processes.
* Conduct regular training, professional development sessions, and performance evaluations.
* Meet individually with student employees to set goals, address concerns, and provide career mentoring that fosters transferable skills and career readiness.
* Oversee the coordination and execution of events held in the Military-Affiliated Student Center (MASC) throughout the academic year, fostering community engagement and student development.
* Participate in the development and assessment of departmental co-curricular initiatives to enhance student engagement and success.
* Serve as the webmaster and content manager for the MASC website, ensuring timely updates and accurate information.
* Monitor and manage the MASC email account, providing prompt, thoughtful responses to stakeholder inquiries and forwarding messages to appropriate personnel as needed.

We are seeking team-oriented individuals who thrive in collaborative environments and are passionate about serving those who have served. Strong communication skills are essential for success in this role.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Experience working with Veterans and/or military-affiliated populations.
* Experience working in student affairs within higher education.
* Experience supervising students and/or staff.
* Experience advising students and/or student organizations.
* Experience with community outreach and/or promotion of a program.
* Master’s degree.
** About Military-Affiliated Student Center:
** The Military-Affiliated Student Center provides academic support, transition assistance, and advocacy for students who are Active-Duty Service Members, Veterans, ROTC cadets, Reservists, National Guard, Dependents, and military-connected students. For more information, please visit Military-Affiliated Student Center website.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
** Application Instructions:
** To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

Resume/Curriculum Vitae Letter of Application/Cover Letter
** Why Choose Iowa State University?
** Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:
* Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
* Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
* Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
* Life insurance and long-term disability
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* Various voluntary benefits and discounts
* Employee Assistance Program
* Wellbeing program

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment, or call  or Toll Free: ## Appointment Type:

Regular## Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period## Time Type:

Full time## Pay Grade:

PS806## Original Posting Date:

June 16, 2026## Posting Close Date:

June 29, 2026## Job

Requisition Number:

R19433

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. , email eooffice.

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

Current employees (excluding temporary, student and graduate assistants) must apply through the Workday Internal Careers Hub.
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