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Part-Time Assistant, Veterans Resource Center - Elko
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Position Number: 5709980
Location: Elko, NV
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Part-Time Assistant, Veterans Resource Center - Elko

Thank you for your interest in employment with our institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

Draft applications are saved automatically and can be accessed through your candidate home account.
- Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.
- Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.

Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our Human Resources department at hr-employment@gbcnv.edu.

Job Description

The Part-Time Assistant at the Veterans Resource Center will provide support to veterans and military-affiliated students attending Great Basin College. This position is responsible for assisting with the daily operations of the center, including customer service, program coordination, and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, detail-oriented individual who is passionate about supporting veterans in their academic and personal success.

Key Responsibilities:

Veteran Student Support:

Assist veterans, active-duty military, and dependents with accessing resources and services available through the Veterans Resource Center.
Provide general information about educational benefits, counseling services, and other campus resources.
Respond to inquiries via phone, email, or in person and direct them to appropriate staff or services.
Help students navigate VA benefits processes, including submission of forms and documentation.

Administrative Support:

Assist with maintaining accurate records of veterans' information and documentation related to VA benefits.
Assist with tracking veterans' educational and benefit status, ensuring all relevant paperwork is up to date.
Provide support in maintaining resource materials, bulletin boards, and other displays in the center.
Help with data entry, filing, and maintaining spreadsheets related to veterans' services and activities.
Process incoming paperwork, ensuring proper handling and confidentiality.

Event and Program Support:

Assist with planning, organizing, and executing events and programs related to veterans, including workshops, orientations, and social events.
Help with outreach and recruitment efforts for the Veterans Resource Center programs and services.
Support coordination of veteran-specific academic workshops, peer support groups, and other community-building activities.

Customer Service:

Create a welcoming and supportive environment for veterans and military-affiliated students.
Provide referrals to on-campus resources, such as counseling services, tutoring, and career development.
Handle student inquiries with professionalism and compassion, demonstrating knowledge of veteran issues.

Miscellaneous Duties:

Perform other duties as assigned by the Veterans Resource Center Coordinator/Director, which may include assisting with special projects or tasks to improve the center's operations.
Assist with maintaining the center's general cleanliness and organization.

Qualifications:

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Some college coursework or prior experience in higher education, military services, or veterans' affairs preferred.

Experience:
Prior experience working with veterans or military-affiliated individuals, or experience in a customer service or administrative role preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of individuals, including veterans, faculty, staff, and students.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other office software.
Familiarity with military culture and VA benefits systems is a plus.

Personal Characteristics:

Compassionate, patient, and service oriented.
Demonstrates a strong understanding and commitment to the unique needs of veterans and military-affiliated students.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Work Schedule:
This is a part-time position working up to 19.5 hours per week with a maximum of 79.5 hours per month.

Flexibility is required, with availability during evenings or weekends as needed to accommodate student schedules.

Salary:
$26.00 per hour

This is a non-benefits eligible position.

Sponsorship:

GBC is not able to support sponsorship for employment. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision as been made.

Exempt
No

Full-Time Equivalent
47.5%

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review.

The following must be attached to your application:

Resume/CV - List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.
Cover Letter
Three Supervisory References - Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position.

Posting Close Date
10/23/2024

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents.

NSHE is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).

About Great Basin College

Located in the high desert of rural Nevada, Great Basin College is a Carnegie classified baccalaureate and associates degree granting institution embracing a comprehensive hybrid mission to deliver a full four-year liberal arts and sciences, community college and applied technical learning curricula. With its main campus in Elko, a beautiful site with residential housing and state-of-the-art learning technologies, GBC serves the largest geographic area of Nevada's colleges. Great Basin College serves the citizens residing in ten of Nevada's most rural counties, covering 86,514 square miles and bordering five states. This service area includes centers in Battle Mountain, Ely, Pahrump and Winnemucca. Additionally, satellite locations can be found in twenty other frontier communities.

Our vast geography is known for its spectacular mountain ranges and picturesque valleys, providing a myriad of outdoor recreational opportunities. In addition, Elko is home to several well-known western museums and the world renown, National Cowboy Poetry Gathering, begun 35 years ago to honor and share the traditions of Western storytelling, nurturing the expressive culture of the American West.

GBC provides a "private college" experience with public college affordable access to postsecondary education in an environment that embraces and respects all cultures. It stands among the most innovative colleges in America, integrating many disciplines into single courses and programs, helping students to develop critical thinking and self-directed learning skills. Graduates of Great Basin College are fully prepared to enter their chosen careers with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in the global marketplace.

For more information visit GBC or the Area website.

To apply, visit https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/GBC-external/job/GBC---Elko-NV/Part-Time-Assistant--Veterans-Resource-Center---Elko_R0144850