Director, Veterans Affairs and Military Education

Closing Date: 01/31/2025
Open Until Filled: No
Classification Title: Director, Veterans Affairs and Military Education
Working Title: Director, Veterans Affairs and Military Education
Location: San Diego Miramar College
Pay Information: Range 4 ($9,456.53- $15,403.70) per month based on the current salary schedule. Initial salary placement is commensurate with related experience and promotional rules. The District offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid medical, dental, and vision plans; sick and vacation leave; and opportunities for professional development.

This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. A temporary probationary period will be applied to the employee entering this assignment. Position Equivalent FTE: 1.0 FTE
Job Duration: 12 Months
Position Number: 00120592
FLSA Status: Exempt (does not accrue overtime)
Bargaining Unit: Management
Position Type: Academic
Department: Veterans

The Position: Applications are currently being accepted for Director, Veterans Affairs and Military Education, located at San Diego Miramar College. Hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. Selected candidate must be willing to adjust work days/hours based on the department’s needs.

Under the general supervision of the Dean of Enrollment Services, the Director, Veterans Affairs and Military Education manages, supervises, and administers the daily operations of the college’s services to Veterans and military affiliated students. Key administrative duties include ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, developing strategic plans to maximize growth of student engagement programs, establishment and sustainability of the Veterans Resource Center, enhancing the services provided, expanding community partnerships, and delivering equitable services for students from diverse communities.

San Diego Miramar College is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and seeks candidates who are motivated by serving students in a college community. The College is located in the Mira Mesa/Scripps Ranch area of San Diego and is one of four colleges/centers in the San Diego Community College District.

Major Responsibilities:

1. Manage and supervise office operations, certifications, issues, complaints, and procedures related to veterans’ educational benefits and services.
2. Develop and implement initiatives and programs for veterans and military-affiliated students.
3. Assist students and staff in resolving issues related to veterans’ educational benefits.
4. Develop and manage budgets, monitor expenditures, and ensure compliance with program guidelines.
5. Maintain student records in compliance with district and Department of Veterans Affairs policies.
6. Analyze complex legislation, implement necessary changes to maintain compliance.
7. Serve as an advocate for veterans, active duty military, reservists, and dependents.
8. Prepare and maintain reports and statistics for college and district leadership.
9. Collaborate with departments to develop procedures and activities.
10. Implement Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives related to veterans’ services.
11. Serve on special committees and perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Training and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience equivalent to a Master’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate subject area and three years of increasingly responsible experience in teaching, counseling, research, administration, or other experience directly related to area of assignment.

The following are required for academic/educational administrator assignments:
• Master’s degree (doctorate preferred) from a regionally accredited institution, AND
• One (1) year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator’s assignment.

OR
• Possession of a lifetime California Community College Chief Administrative Officer Credential AND
• Two (2) years of recent management experience in an institution of higher education.

Knowledge:
• Laws, regulations, and policies relating to veterans’ records and educational benefits.
• Budget preparation and control.
• Effective writing and communication skills.

Skills and Abilities:
• Plan, organize, and supervise assigned programs/services.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with administration, faculty, staff, students, and the public.

Commitment to Diversity: All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

Working Conditions: Environment favorable, usually involves an office. Frequent travel for contract management and oversight.

Special Instructions to Applicants: To ensure consistency and fairness, please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting. All correspondence will be communicated via email.

Conditions of Employment:
• Submit “official” college transcripts as stated on application;
• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment;
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District’s expense;
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time academic employees.