This position is responsible for handling all Veterans’ Benefits approvals and compliance survey related inquiries and correspondence at Ocean County College. In addition, the position will coordinate the administration of Veterans’ Education Benefits programs as well as perform general duties within the Office of Financial Aid. This position oversees the administration, processing, record keeping and reconciliation of Veterans’ Education Benefits programs. This position adheres to federal and state requirements related to the administration of federal and state financial aid and Veterans’ Education Benefits programs. Works in partnership with the staff of the Veterans and Military Resource Center (VMRC) and Academic Advising staff to deliver exceptional service to Veteran and Military Affiliated students.

Classification: Non-Affiliated Administrator

Staff Duration: Full Time 12 months

1. Assists students with inquiries and problems concerning their Veterans’ Education Benefits. Advise financial aid and veteran students on the application process, including deadlines, maintaining satisfactory academic progress and other eligibility requirements, understanding VA, federal, state rules and regulations.

2. Provides oversight of Veterans’ Education Benefits, including administration, processing, certifcation, and reconciliation. Certifies and processes all government documents in regard to the VA Educational Benefits programs.

3. Establishes and maintains accurate and up-to-date information in VA student files.

4. Prepares and submits paperwork and reports to the Veterans Administration and State Veterans' agencies. Authorizes veteran educational benefits for advance payment.

5. Prepares and submits waivers for qualifying Veterans/military personnel or their dependents to accounting department on a timely basis.

6. Monitors tuition charges and certifcations using the Enrollment Manager system; reconciles charges according to federal, state and college policy.

7. Responsible to complete all tasks related to the processing of federal and state financial aid programs, including but not limited to: federal verification and student loan process; awarding aid and adjusting federal and state aid awards.

8. Participates in speaking engagements including financial aid workshops, Veterans related events, Open House, information sessions, and other events on and off-campus.

9. Keeps current with Federal Rules and Regulations as they pertain to Veterans’ Education Benefits and ensures compliance by OCC.

10. Related projects and duties and as assigned.

1. Bachelor’s Degree

2. Three years of higher education experience in a busy post-secondary academic environment with high volume of customer service tasks and inquiries requiring a similar level of problem-solving and/or prioritizing skills and knowledge of federal and state regulations.

3. Ability to excel in team and individual settings; provide support for federal and state financial aid processing and Veterans Educational benefits programs.

4. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and database experience; ability to create standard reports.

1. A history of military service.

2. Experience Working with Ellucian Colleague System.

3. Experience Working with Veterans’ Educational Benefits.

Ocean County College offers the following benefits to full-time Non-Affiliated Administrators:

Personal Time Off:
OCC offers generous time off every fiscal year. Mid-year appointments will receive a prorated share of allotted time off.

Vacation: Twenty-five (25) Days
Sick: Twelve (12) Days
Holidays: Fourteen (14) College Recognized Holidays

Pension Benefits:
Participation in the New Jersey State Pension System is a requirement of eligible employees. Depending on the position and NJ State review, the participating pension will be the Alternate Benefit Program (ABP), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), or the Defined Contribution Plan (DCRP).

Benefits:
Medical: OCC offers its employees several health insurance options through the NJ State Health Benefit Program as a local education employer. All employees are required to contribute to the cost of their health benefits under Chapter 78, P.L. 2011. To view the cost of contribution calculator, plan coverage, and more information hb-active-sehbp.shtml

Dental: The College offers dental insurance through Horizon Dental with three plan options. All single coverage levels are at no cost to the employee.

Flexible Spending Accounts:
Our generous flexible spending program allows you to deduct pre-tax dollars which can be used for co-pays, deductibles, dental, and dependent care.

Employee Assistance Program:
OCC offers all employees to take advantage of our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support. This is a free and completely confidential service where EAP counselors provide assessment, support, and if needed referrals to additional services.