Coordinator, Veterans Compliance & Certification

Coordinator, Veterans Compliance & Certification

Auburn University invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of Coordinator, Veterans Compliance & Certification.

The Auburn University Veterans Resource Center is excited to begin the search for a Coordinator to assist and oversee the operations of the Center, including planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating University Veterans programs and services. The team seeks candidates who are detail‑oriented, problem‑solvers by nature, eager to support student success, and have an understanding of the veteran student experience. Candidates need not have directly related work experience, but must demonstrate aptitude to learn the role and transferable skills for success.

• Serve as a university Veterans Affairs School Certifying Official.
• Certify enrollment for students in compliance with VA regulations, including Post-9/11 GI Bill®, Montgomery GI Bill®, and Vocational Rehabilitation.
• Act as the primary liaison between the institution and the Department of Veterans Affairs, promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues to facilitate timely disbursement of benefits.
• Stay up to date with law and legislation changes to VA regulations and disseminate relevant information to the team and the student community.
• Collaborate with academic advisors, financial aid officers, and student services departments to streamline the certification process and enhance the student experience.
• Advise and instruct students and parents on financial aid issues regarding Federal Veterans Administration education benefits programs and other financial aid, scholarships, fellowships, and assistantships programs.
• Conduct workshops, activities, and programs to educate students and their families on transition issues and Veterans educational benefits.
• Assist in the coordination and implementation of policies and procedures for the AUVRC.
• Educate others on financial aid, bursar, registrar, admissions, and graduate & undergraduate degree issues affected by VA programs and regulations.
• Answer questions, write letters, give presentations as required to respond to student/family inquiries, Veterans Administration inquiries, or other universities and entities.
• Make recommendations and implement changes/improvements to AUVRC programs.
• Represent the AUVRC by participating in state, regional, and national Veterans Administration training programs and conferences.

• Life‑Changing Impact:
  Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach.
• Culture of Excellence:
  We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation.
• We’re Here for You:
  Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:
  The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top‑ranked schools, and easy access to major cities.
• A Place for Everyone:
  Auburn fosters an environment welcoming, valuing, respecting, and engaging all staff and students.

• Level I:
  Bachelor’s degree.
• Level II:
  Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of experience OR Master’s degree.

Scope of

Experience:

Experience in financial aid processes or military/veterans affairs.

• Motivation to serve the veteran population, plus experience in higher education administration, financial aid processing, working with veterans, or prior military experience.
• Knowledge of federal rules and regulations governing veterans’ benefits and basic student academic policies and procedures.

Salary Range: $35,740 – $55,330

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.