Weber State University
Military Affiliated Resource Specialist
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Ogden, UT
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Full-Time
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$35K
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Other
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March 20th, 2026
FERPA
Edtech.com's Summary
Weber State University is hiring a Military Affiliated Resource Specialist. The role provides high-level administrative support and specialized student services split between the Veterans Upward Bound program and the Military-Affiliated Student Center, serving as the main contact for veteran and military-affiliated students and managing operations, budgets, enrollment, tutoring, and certification processes.
Highlights
- Manage office operations, budgets, and student support for Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) and Military-Affiliated Student Center (MASC).
- Assist with VUB program enrollment and basic skills tutoring.
- Execute foundational phases of MASC student certification operations.
- Proficient with data management systems, word processing, spreadsheets (e.g., Google Workspace).
- Required qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent, two years administrative or clerical experience, valid Utah State Driver’s License.
- Preferred qualifications: U.S. Military Veteran or affiliate status, tutoring experience in math, computers, language, science or English composition, knowledge of VA educational benefits and higher education processes, familiarity with FERPA and PII safeguards.
- Experience with Banner Student System and higher education registration/record keeping is a plus.
- Non-exempt position with a starting salary around $35,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, retirement, and tuition benefits.
- Requires a criminal background check.
- Works with veteran and military-affiliated students as primary clients.
Military Affiliated Resource Specialist Full Description
Military Affiliated Resource Specialist
Position Details
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title | Military Affiliated Resource Specialist
Requisition Number | S02306P
Position Category | Staff
Campus Location | Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week | 40
Months per year | 12
Alternate work schedule |
Pay Grade | N24
Salary |
FLSA | Non-Exempt
Job Summary/Basic Function | The Military-Affiliated Support / Resource Specialist provides high-level administrative support and specialized student services split equally between the Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) program and the Military-Affiliated Student Center (MASC). This role serves as a critical first point of contact for veteran and military-affiliated students, managing office operations, budgets, assisting with VUB program enrollment and basic skills tutoring, and executing the foundational phases of the MASC student certification operations efforts.
Required Qualifications | Required: High School diploma or equivalent Two years of related administrative or clerical experience Computer proficiency, including experience with data management systems, word processing, and spreadsheets (e.g., Google Workspace) Valid Utah State Driver’s License or ability to obtain one upon hire
Preferred Qualifications | Preferred: U.S. Military Veteran or Affiliated status One or more years of experience in tutoring in math, computers, foreign language, science or English composition skills Experience with VA education benefits, grant programs (TRiO), or higher education administrative processes Experience with VA rules and regulations as it applies to VA Educational Benefits Familiarity with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and Personal Identifying Information (PII) Safeguards Strong Written and Verbal communication skills Knowledge of Banner Student System and Higher Education registration/records/accounting operations and procedures
A successful candidate will be willing to
Background Check? | Yes
Benefits Summary | WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Requisition Number | S02306P
Position Category | Staff
Campus Location | Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week | 40
Months per year | 12
Alternate work schedule |
Pay Grade | N24
Salary |
FLSA | Non-Exempt
Job Summary/Basic Function | The Military-Affiliated Support / Resource Specialist provides high-level administrative support and specialized student services split equally between the Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) program and the Military-Affiliated Student Center (MASC). This role serves as a critical first point of contact for veteran and military-affiliated students, managing office operations, budgets, assisting with VUB program enrollment and basic skills tutoring, and executing the foundational phases of the MASC student certification operations efforts.
Required Qualifications | Required: High School diploma or equivalent Two years of related administrative or clerical experience Computer proficiency, including experience with data management systems, word processing, and spreadsheets (e.g., Google Workspace) Valid Utah State Driver’s License or ability to obtain one upon hire
Preferred Qualifications | Preferred: U.S. Military Veteran or Affiliated status One or more years of experience in tutoring in math, computers, foreign language, science or English composition skills Experience with VA education benefits, grant programs (TRiO), or higher education administrative processes Experience with VA rules and regulations as it applies to VA Educational Benefits Familiarity with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and Personal Identifying Information (PII) Safeguards Strong Written and Verbal communication skills Knowledge of Banner Student System and Higher Education registration/records/accounting operations and procedures
A successful candidate will be willing to
Background Check? | Yes
Benefits Summary | WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date | 03/19/2026
Review Date | 03/29/2026
Job Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Notes to Applicant | If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $35,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin March 29, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting | https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/27908
Review Date | 03/29/2026
Job Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Notes to Applicant | If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $35,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin March 29, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting | https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/27908
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position | Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc., using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Agility is emphasized. Important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion., Maintaining equilibrium to prevent falling. Walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. Amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium. , Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position | Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. | Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment. , Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. | The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.
Physical Requirements of this position | Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. | Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment. , Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. | The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- jobs.weber.edu
- KSL
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Higher Ed Jobs
- Agency Referral
- Personal Referral
- Internal Job Posting
- Advertisement/Publication
- Other web advertisement
- Other
- * Do you have or have you ever been issued a W# By Weber State University? Yes or No. If yes, please enter your W# (W followed by eight numbers).
(Open Ended Question) - * What is the highest level of education attained?
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- PHD
- * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
- 0-1
- 1-3
- 3-5
- 5-7
- 7+
- * How many years of Administrative support experience do you have?
- 0-2
- 3-5
- 6-9
- 10 or more
- * What is your military affiliation? How do you feel your affiliation and experience will assist you in excelling in this position?
(Open Ended Question) - * Please provide a brief summary of your familiarity with office technology (i.e. Microsoft Office products).
(Open Ended Question) - * Do you have a valid Drivers License?
- No Response
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience working with grants?
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of References with Contact Info
Optional Documents
- Transcripts
- Philosophy Statement
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(801) 626-6000
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