Description

Positio Title: Veterans Outreach Coordinator (AP26-048)

Location: East St. Louis, IL



Apply Before: 01108


FLSA: Determined by Position

Description: Description

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Veterans Outreach Coordinator (AP26-048). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• In close collaboration with the Director, Program Coordinator, and Participant Service Coordinator, the Veterans Outreach Coordinator establishes relationships with veteran service, social service, and educational organizations to promote the Veterans Upward Bound Program and outreach potential veteran clients.
• Conducts initial assessments with veteran clients to determine Program Eligibility and personal goals.
• Records demographic data in program date base (BLUMEN), collects eligibility documentation and moves veteran clients through the array of available services.
• Services may include, but not limited to, academic advisement, testing, tutorials (on-line and in-person), counseling through partner agencies, workshops, and campus resources.

FLSA: Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

United States Military Veteran (Provide DD214 in attachments.)

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree
Comfortable working with educational software, Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office.
Extensive knowledge of veterans services and social service organizations within six county area.
Extensive knowledge of veterans benefits and entitlements.
Effective communicator.
Experience working with diverse populations.
Experience working with veterans is highly desirable.
Skill in exercising appropriate judgement and decision making.
Demonstrated time management, multi-tasking, and organizational skills.

Supplemental Information

Application Materials and Information:

• To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
• You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
• Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position.
• Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

Pre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at careerinfo@siue.edu.

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email: careerinfo@siue.edu.



Opening Date: 12/15/2025

Closing Date: 1/4/2026 11:59 PM Central

Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website: https://www.siue.edu/

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