Veterans Education Regional Coordinator - State Program Administrator Senior​/Day Shift

Veterans Education Regional Coordinator

Location:

Moorhead, MN

Work Shift:

Day Shift (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
Salary Range: $28.26 – $41.43 per hour; $59,006 – $86,505 per year
Full‑time, non‑exempt

The State of Minnesota seeks an experienced case manager to assist colleges and universities within defined regional areas in developing and operating Campus Veterans Centers or offices. Incumbents will provide professional assistance and support to Veterans, military members, and their families by identifying, accessing, educating, advocating, and adjudicating benefits provided by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (USDVA), the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA), or other governmental units or private organizations.

They will serve as the decision maker for education and employment benefit claims, gathering complex information, analyzing regulations, and informing clients of determinations. The role requires specialized expertise in transitioning from the military to higher education and the workforce.

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in case management, benefit administration, or a related field for Veterans, Service Members and Families.
• Public speaking and writing skills.
• Data gathering and reporting skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate department services and guidelines.
• Investigation, analysis, and interpretation of regulations, policies, procedures, and financial information to make appropriate determinations.
• Demonstrated human‑relations and diversity skills.
• Development and maintenance of partner and stakeholder relationships.
• Liaison with high‑level campus officials and clients.
• Understanding of campus environments.

• Residence in the State of Minnesota.
• Citizenship in the United States.
• Veteran of the armed forces as defined in Minnesota Statutes §197.447.

• Experience working in Veterans services at a higher‑learning institution.
• Experience working in Veterans services for county, state, or federal agencies.
• Familiarity with collegiate and university organizational structures and programs.
• Experience working independently in a remote location.

• Submission of an original or certified copy of the DD‑214 if requested.
• Candidate must be a Minnesota resident prior to employment start date.
• Reference checks for all finalists.
• Driver’s license check may be required.
• Minnesota Department of Human Services background check for top finalists.

• Competitive salary and health insurance.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Fertility care, IVF, diabetes care, and dental/or orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or adopted children.
• Pension plan after at least three years of service.
• Employer‑paid life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.
• Training, classes, and professional development.
• Employee Assistance Program for life and work support.

Minnesota state agencies are equal‑opportunity, affirmative‑action, and veteran‑friendly employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disability related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, public‑assistance status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.