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Location : Beaufort County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 158779
Agency: Technical College of the Lowcountry
Opening Date: 11/30/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Class Code:: CB70
Position Number:: 61130452
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday-Thursday 8:00am to 5:30pm; Friday 8:00am to 11:30am
Pay Band: Band 5
Opening Date: 11/30/2023
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Any request for reasonable accommodations to apply for this position should be directed to Human Resources by calling 843-525-8253. A resume and official college transcript for all degrees earned ARE REQUIRED for this position and may be attached to the online application or faxed to 843-525-8262. A resume cannot be substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. We regret that due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to candidates individually regarding the status of their application or the status of the interview process.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
The Veterans Administration School Certifying Official (SCO) is responsible for the life-cycle management and process of student GI Bill Education Benefits from student admission through graduation (for both Montgomery and Post 9/11 GI Bill). Manage the processes, technology, and business practices to effectively and accurately manage GI benefits processing for College veterans and eligible students.
Job Function:
1. Under the supervision of the Director of Military and Veteran Programs, serves as the primary Veterans Administration School Certifying Official. Manages VA benefit data in compliance with Federal, state, and institutional policies and procedures. Maintains comprehensive and accurate student files on VA students in compliance with VA regulations. Responsible for the intake of documents, verification for accuracy and processing of student VA data in assigned software.
2. Advises VA students on all campuses regarding eligibility and maintaining eligibility for VA benefits; including, but not limited to, successful academic progress, credit hour requirements, changes to student schedules, and location of training or classes.
3. Provides regular communication with VA students regarding deadlines, important information, updates to VA educational benefits as well as college information related to student success, policies and procedures.
4. Responsible for communication with external VA officials for reporting and audit purposes working to ensure accuracy and compliance. Prepares and maintains required reports and documentation in accordance with the SC State Approving Agency (SAA) policies, procedures and audit guidelines.
5. Maintains comprehensive and accurate student files on VA students in compliance with VA regulations. Makes files available for annual inspection by authorized officials for recertification and maintains confidential files for three years following the student's last date of attendance. Regularly report changes in student term enrollment including but not limited to adds, drops, and withdrawals, to ensure that the VA student receives timely and accurate benefits and payments.
6. Regularly attend training opportunities including workshops, conferences and webinars to remain current and up to date with VA regulations, policies and procedures.
7. Other duties as assigned by supervisor or Vice President, Student Services.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree and experience in Student Services Programs.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference is given to those with two years of experience in Student Services Programs working with students in higher education.
Additional Comments
The Technical College of the Lowcountry seeks to be the first choice for higher education in South Carolina's Low Country Region. The college is a public, open door, two-year comprehensive College of higher education. The College is dedicated to serving the diverse educational, workforce development, and personal enrichment needs of the rural counties of Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper. In an atmosphere of shared values, the College encourages creativity, innovation, and resourcefulness among its students, faculty, staff, and administrators. South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
The Technical College of the Lowcountry is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all qualified applicants for admissions or employment without regard to sex, race/color, religion, national origin, age, disability, service in the uniformed services (as defined by state and federal law), veteran status, political affiliation or belief, marital or family status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation, genetic information, genetic identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
Location : Beaufort County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 158779
Agency: Technical College of the Lowcountry
Opening Date: 11/30/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Class Code:: CB70
Position Number:: 61130452
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday-Thursday 8:00am to 5:30pm; Friday 8:00am to 11:30am
Pay Band: Band 5
Opening Date: 11/30/2023
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Any request for reasonable accommodations to apply for this position should be directed to Human Resources by calling 843-525-8253. A resume and official college transcript for all degrees earned ARE REQUIRED for this position and may be attached to the online application or faxed to 843-525-8262. A resume cannot be substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. We regret that due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to candidates individually regarding the status of their application or the status of the interview process.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
The Veterans Administration School Certifying Official (SCO) is responsible for the life-cycle management and process of student GI Bill Education Benefits from student admission through graduation (for both Montgomery and Post 9/11 GI Bill). Manage the processes, technology, and business practices to effectively and accurately manage GI benefits processing for College veterans and eligible students.
Job Function:
1. Under the supervision of the Director of Military and Veteran Programs, serves as the primary Veterans Administration School Certifying Official. Manages VA benefit data in compliance with Federal, state, and institutional policies and procedures. Maintains comprehensive and accurate student files on VA students in compliance with VA regulations. Responsible for the intake of documents, verification for accuracy and processing of student VA data in assigned software.
2. Advises VA students on all campuses regarding eligibility and maintaining eligibility for VA benefits; including, but not limited to, successful academic progress, credit hour requirements, changes to student schedules, and location of training or classes.
3. Provides regular communication with VA students regarding deadlines, important information, updates to VA educational benefits as well as college information related to student success, policies and procedures.
4. Responsible for communication with external VA officials for reporting and audit purposes working to ensure accuracy and compliance. Prepares and maintains required reports and documentation in accordance with the SC State Approving Agency (SAA) policies, procedures and audit guidelines.
5. Maintains comprehensive and accurate student files on VA students in compliance with VA regulations. Makes files available for annual inspection by authorized officials for recertification and maintains confidential files for three years following the student's last date of attendance. Regularly report changes in student term enrollment including but not limited to adds, drops, and withdrawals, to ensure that the VA student receives timely and accurate benefits and payments.
6. Regularly attend training opportunities including workshops, conferences and webinars to remain current and up to date with VA regulations, policies and procedures.
7. Other duties as assigned by supervisor or Vice President, Student Services.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree and experience in Student Services Programs.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference is given to those with two years of experience in Student Services Programs working with students in higher education.
Additional Comments
The Technical College of the Lowcountry seeks to be the first choice for higher education in South Carolina's Low Country Region. The college is a public, open door, two-year comprehensive College of higher education. The College is dedicated to serving the diverse educational, workforce development, and personal enrichment needs of the rural counties of Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper. In an atmosphere of shared values, the College encourages creativity, innovation, and resourcefulness among its students, faculty, staff, and administrators. South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
The Technical College of the Lowcountry is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all qualified applicants for admissions or employment without regard to sex, race/color, religion, national origin, age, disability, service in the uniformed services (as defined by state and federal law), veteran status, political affiliation or belief, marital or family status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation, genetic information, genetic identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
