Director of Military and Veteran Services

January 21, 2025
Brooklyn Campus or Long Island Campus
Office of Military & Veteran Services

The Office of Military and Veterans Services (OMVS) provides the internal and external support and resources necessary that contribute to the personal, academic and professional success of our military-affiliated students and their families.
The Director of the OMVS is responsible for the LI and BK Campuses. The Director ensures the streamlining and efficiency of administrative processes, maintains and develops support services, resources and programs, and develops and implements the recruitment strategies and outreach efforts of the office.

Responsibilities

  1. Supervise the VA and DoD education benefit administration process and be an expert on VA and DoD education benefits. 
  2. Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for veteran/military student recruitment and retention.
  3. Develop and maintain effective relationships with campus departments, community organization, and VA offices.
  4. Plans and executes on-campus and off-campus recruiting events and supports institution-wide recruiting events such as open house, club fairs, and new student admitted days.
  5. Helps support the Student Veterans Association.  
  6. Maintains department website, portal page, newsletter, and social media outreach efforts.  
  7. Implement creative programming opportunities for veterans/service members that deepens their connection to the university and supports student success.
  8. Serves on University committees and collaborates as needed.
  9. Provides individual guidance to veteran/military students on their educational and career goals. 
  10. The primary location will be the Long Island campus but some presence on the Brooklyn campus will be required. 

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
A master’s degree is preferred.
Experience working with Veterans/Service members.
Knowledge and experience working with Veterans Affairs.
Experience working in higher education.

Application Process and Additional Information

Salary Range $65,000-$70,000

Resumes should be directed to Dr. Heather Barry, Provost at [email protected].

It is the policy of St. Joseph's University not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, military status, status as a protected veteran, marital status or status of an individual in any group or class protected by applicable federal, New York State or New York City Law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, and all other school administered programs or policies.

The University also provides accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If you need an accommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources.

Your employment is contingent upon receipt of proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Please note that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires that all U.S. employers complete and retain a current Form I-9 for each individual they hire for employment in the United States, verifying the employment eligibility and identity documents presented by the employee and recording the document information. You will be required to complete your portion of the document, with your documentation verifying your identity and eligibility to work, no later than your third day of employment.