Project Coordinator, Senior - Veterans Services Center

The University of Wyoming is delighted to receive your interest in our vacant position!  We strive to connect with qualified and uniquely talented individuals to join our campus community.  We would love to hear how your experiences translate to this position, the University’s Mission, Vision, and Values, and encourage you to submit an application today! 

JOB TITLE:   

Veterans Services Center Coordinator

JOB PURPOSE:

Coordinate and manage the programs, services, resources, and operations of the Veterans Services Center (VSC).  Serve as a resource and support, working collaboratively within Student Affairs to ensure optimization of veteran student success, retention, and well-being.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Program robust student success focused programming and oversee the administration of the VSC for UW student veterans.
• Develop trainings, presentations, and programs to educate campus and community partners on veteran students, services of the VSC, and navigating military-connected educational benefits.
• Develop and maintain external relationships with military families, dignitaries, Wyoming Veterans Affairs Dept., and community partners for continued support of the VSC services and representation.
• Collaborate with campus partners to enhance the veteran student experience, including but not limited to orientation programming, transfer students, graduation, roll call, military appreciation events, and more.
• Conduct regular assessment and evaluation of programs, student learning, and employees.  Participate in Union-related events, meetings, trainings, and programs.
• Direct and supervise the project personnel functions including hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of staff. 

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Represent the department on University or division/college committees, as directed.
• May perform additional special assignments.

COMPETENCIES:

• Collaboration
• Developing Organizational Talent
• Formal Presentation Skills
• Individual Leadership
• Innovation
• Judgment
• Quality Orientation
• Work Prioritization & Management

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education & Experience:  Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 3 years work-related experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience

Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements: 

• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Experience supervising professional and student staff
• Proven experience navigating higher education and government policy
• Ability to work collaboratively with division and campus partners
• Understanding of current veteran student needs
• Familiarity with initiatives, programs, and services to support veteran students
• Proven experience serving as a mentor to support development
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.  

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 8/10/25 will receive full consideration. 

HIRING STATEMENT:  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu. 

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

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