Provides technical support for programs and organizational activities to convey information, determine compliance, and resolve controversial situations; acts as a resident expert in the implementation and maintenance of technical program guidelines; perform related work.

Department Overview:

The Veteran Services Center assists Veteran students making the transition from the military to university life. This position processes GI Bill® Veterans Affairs educational benefits and performs related tasks as a School Certifying Official for eligible Veteran students. If you are looking for a job with great benefits that makes an impact in the lives of veteran students, please apply!

Applies skills and job knowledge in area of specialization; may adapt procedures, operations, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment to meet needs of area of specialization; may work on non-routine tasks; resolves issues/makes working decisions within area of specialization or responsibility with minimal supervision.

60% of Time the School Certifying Official must:

• This class is distinguished from the Technical Records Specialist 1 by the requirement for the use of judgment, discretion, and interpretation of a variety of complex guideline policies and procedures for different programs within a related field. The incumbent is responsible for the final work and any consequence of error. The work requires extensive knowledge of department programs and objectives. The program knowledge is of such a complex nature that it typically takes new incumbents a substantial amount of time to learn. Incumbents function with considerable independence and exercise discretion in applying policies and procedures.
• Incumbents perform complex and difficult program support functions for multiple or highly specialized programs. Incumbents have the authority, knowledge, and judgment to devise solutions that fall outside existing policies and procedures. The work requires problem solving and negotiation skills with authority to act on decisions made. Incumbents serve as a program expert; and provide guidance and assistance regarding complex program rules and regulations to office staff and external customers. Due to the nature of the work, incumbents have frequent contact with internal and external customers, which requires good public relation skills. Incumbents function with considerable independence and exercise discretion in applying policies and procedures. The work requires extensive knowledge of department programs and objectives. Incumbents may supervise support staff or perform leadwork duties.

35% of Time the School Certifying Official must:

• Digitally processes eligible veteran and dependent applications to use their earned VA
  educational benefits.
• Regularly accomplishes complex tasks due to the varied benefit eligibility of military and
  veteran students.
• Frequently adapts processing procedures and techniques to meet specialized needs to serve
  veteran students.
• Performs broad and/or focused assignments under general supervision of the Veterans Certification Administrator and the Director of the Veteran Services Center.
• Conducts new student orientation and student leader training as required.

5% of Time the School Certifying Official must perform other duties as assigned. 

• Some knowledge of: supervisory practices and data management.
• Experience: conducting sensitive fact finding interviews; storing, retrieving and compiling information in a report format using database software and using spreadsheet software.

Experience: monitoring record systems to identify and correct errors; interpreting, explaining, and applying laws, regulations, and complex policies for multiple or highly specialized programs; analyzing information and researching a variety of sources to identify and resolve problems or issues; dealing with individuals from varying cultural and socio-economic backgrounds in stressful situations; entering and retrieving data using a computerized record system; composing and proofreading business correspondence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of the unique needs of military-affiliated students and their families.
• Experience performing processing tasks with a high level of attention to detail.

• CV or Resume
• Cover letter detailing interest in the position
• Three professional references, including at least one current or former direct supervisor

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

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