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Program Manager for Military-connected Student Initiatives and Programming

🇺🇸 Columbus, Ohio 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $56K - $73K 💻 Administrator 🗓️ October 9th, 2026
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Ohio State University is hiring a Program Manager for Military-connected Student Initiatives and Programming to run extracurricular programming for the Military and Veterans Services office in Undergraduate Education. The manager independently coordinates orientation, mentoring, wellness, and recognition programs while overseeing the programming budget. The role also represents the office at university events and outreach and runs its web, social media, and newsletter channels.

Highlights
  • Coordinate orientation, professional development and mentoring, high-impact practice, and wellness programs for military-connected students.
  • Plan resource, internship, and career fairs alongside student engagement, leadership, and graduation recognition programs.
  • Manage day-to-day oversight of the programming budget in line with university policies.
  • Integrate student programming into departmental operations and strategic plans.
  • Work with University Development and Alumni Relations on scholarships and programming.
  • Assist the Military & Veteran Student Wellness Committee chair with operations spanning faculty, staff, and Wexner Medical Center providers.
  • Oversee the operations and use of five Student Veterans Lounges and coordinate Veteran’s House programming with Student Life.
  • Run the department’s webpage, social media platforms, newsletters, and merchandise.
  • Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience plus 4 years of relevant experience, with an advanced degree and 4-8 years preferred.
  • Pay ranges from $56,300 to $73,000 for a primarily in-person, first-shift, 40-hour role.

Program Manager for Military-connected Student Initiatives and Programming Full Description

Job Title:
Program Manager for Military-connected Student Initiatives and Programming
Department:
Undergraduate Education | Military and Veterans Services

The Program Manager for Military-connected Student Initiatives and Programming independently coordinates and administers the office’s extracurricular programs, including but not limited to, orientation programs, professional development/mentoring programs, high-impact practices, wellness programs, resources/internship/career fairs, student engagement and leadership activities, and special recognition/graduation programs.
Manages day-to-day oversight of the programming budget in accordance with university policies. Integrates student programming into overall departmental operations and strategic plans. Works with University Development and Alumni Relations for scholarships and programming.
Assists the university's Military & Veteran Student Wellness Committee chair with the operations of the committee including cross-functional faculty, staff, and Wexner Medical Center providers. Represents Military and Veterans Services (MVS) to the greater university community and Central Ohio during events and outreach.
Independently oversees the operations and use of five Student Veterans Lounges and coordinates with Student Life on Veteran's House programming. Manages department's webpage, social media platforms, newsletters, and merchandise. Routinely handles confidential data and sensitive matters, performs general student-facing customer support, acts as backup student manager, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. 4 years of relevant experience required, ability to work primarily in-person on Columbus campus.
Desired:
Advanced degree in relevant field desirable. 4-8 years of relevant experience preferred.

Additional Information:
The pay range for this job profile is $56,300 - $73,000. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications.
This position is primarily in-person on the Columbus Campus.
Job Profile
Name: Academic Program Services Specialist 3 (ACAAPSS3)
Function: Academic Administration
Sub-function: Academic Program Services
Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized
Career Level: S3
Location:
Student Academic Services (0160)
Position Type:
Regular
Scheduled Hours:
40
Shift:
First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Starting day one: Comprehensive benefits.
Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
  • Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
  • State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.