Military Education Support Specialist (.75 FTE)

Military Education Support Specialist (.75 FTE)

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Military Education Support Specialist (.75 FTE)

Salary

$35,100.00 - $38,000.00 Annually

Location

Pueblo, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

GGC-8362-04/26

Department

Colorado State University Pueblo

Opening Date

04/29/2026

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

2200 Bonforte BLVD, Pueblo CO

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

luna.velar@csupueblo.edu

Type of Announcement

This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

How To Apply

Online applications through the Colorado Jobs portal will not be accepted. Please follow instructions on the job announcement for submitting an application.

• Description

• Benefits

Department Information

The Colorado State University Pueblo Admissions team is dedicated to guiding prospective students and their families through every step of the college search and enrollment process. With a strong focus on access, service, and relationship-building, the department works collaboratively to connect students with opportunities that support their academic and personal success.

Through strategic outreach, on-campus and virtual events, and partnerships with schools and community organizations, Admissions plays a vital role in shaping the incoming class. The team is committed to creating a welcoming, informative, and student-centered experience that reflects the university’s mission and values.

Description of Job

Colorado State University Pueblo is seeking applications for our Military Education Support Specialist (.75 FTE)

This role serves as a vital connection point between the university and the military community, supporting student success and program operations at the Fort Carson Education Center. The Military Education Support Specialist provides comprehensive guidance to active-duty service members, veterans, and other learners by assisting with admissions, financial aid, registration, and tuition assistance processes. This position ensures accurate coordination of military Tuition Assistance (TA) benefits, maintains compliance across military branch portals, and supports students in progressing from initial enrollment through degree completion.

In addition to student support, this role contributes to recruitment and outreach efforts by building strong relationships with military, veteran, and civilian communities. It partners across campus to promote programs, coordinate events, and expand access to educational opportunities. The position also plays a key role in supporting faculty and operations on-site, ensuring classes are equipped for success and that students, staff, and instructors have the resources they need. This is a dynamic, mission-driven role ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about serving those connected to the military.

Salary Range

$35,100 to $38,000

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Application Instructions

For complete position details including the duties, required application materials, and to apply, please visit:https://csusystem.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/pueblo_careers

Applications submitted through NEOGOV will not be accepted. All application materials must be submitted through the linked external posting site.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution

• Eligibility to secure and retain Fort Carson installation access credentials for unescorted entry, subject to required background screening

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and enterprise information systems

• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing

• Demonstrated project management skills

• Minimum 1 year full time professional work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• School Certifying Official Training

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex processes across multiple sites.

• Knowledge of college admissions, advising, enrollment, and financial aid procedures.

• Knowledge of military data systems

• Experience working in higher education

• Experience working with competing priorities and multiple time-sensitive projects

• Experience working with active military and military family members

• Experience working with exterior partners and diverse student populations

This position is .75 FTE

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Applicants must attach the following documents, in order to be considered for this position:

• a letter of intent (cover letter) describing the means in which you meet the qualifications for this position

• unofficial or official transcripts showing required degree(s) conferred

Application Closing Date

Open until filled, all applications received by May 13th, 2026 will receive full-consideration.

Supplemental Information

About Colorado State University Pueblo

Colorado State University Pueblo is a comprehensive state university with an enrollment of 4,000 students. CSU Pueblo provides relevant professional coursework and superior instruction with a small student-to-faculty ratio for an ever-changing global economy. Students can choose from 38 undergraduate programs with 70 fields of study in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics; the Hasan School of Business, the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences; and the College of Health, Education, and Nursing; and 15 graduate programs.

CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world. CSU Pueblo is equally committed to serving the diverse population of the region; this emphasis is reflected in the demographic characteristics of the student body. Because more than 25 percent of our students are Hispanic, the Federal Government has designated CSU Pueblo a Hispanic Serving Institution. Besides reflecting our commitment to serve this critically important and rapidly growing segment of the student population, that designation also allows the University to compete for certain federal grant funds to support its ability to better serve all students.

Among its unique features, CSU Pueblo is one of seven schools in the nation to offer a degree in mechatronics, which combines electrical and mechanical engineering. The Hasan School of Business ranks among the top 15 percent of all business schools internationally with graduate and undergraduate programs in business administration accredited by the AACSB International Board of Directors. The College of STEM houses an undergraduate engineering program that was ranked in the nation's top 100 by U.S. News and World Report . CSU Pueblo has an ever-changing campus landscape that features a newly renovated Library, a new general academic classroom building, and a newly renovated and expanded student center.

At CSU Pueblo, Student Life offerings have increased significantly with the transition of the campus from a commuter environment to a more traditional collegiate experience. Competing at the NCAA Division II level, CSU Pueblo is a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and offers 22 varsity intercollegiate sports and also has active intramural and club sports teams that allow students to get involved in campus life.

Colorado State University Pueblo offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical and prescription insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Flexible benefit plan

• Basic term life insurance

• Voluntary term life and AD&D lnsurance

• Long-term disability insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Travel accident insurance

• Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance

• Annual and sick leave

• Retirement plans

• Employee and dependent tuition discounts

• State employee discounts via BenefitHub

  Other incentives include various on-campus event, recreation, and meal discounts.

About Pueblo, Colorado

The city of Pueblo is a historically and culturally rich, diverse city of more than 100,000, located in the southern part of the state along the Arkansas River near the Wet Mountains and the majestic Sangre de Cristo range. Pueblo enjoys ideal year-round climate with four distinct mild seasons, crisp mountain air and 300+ days of sunshine per year. Pueblo attracts outdoor enthusiasts to a full slate of summer and winter recreational activities, encompassing water sports at Lake Pueblo, biking or running along Pueblo's beautiful river trail system, golfing, tennis, hiking or skiing in the mountains to the west. The region is heavily agricultural, with large and small-scale farming and ranching, and a diverse mix of service, manufacturing, and technology industries.

CSU Pueblo is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history (felony and misdemeanor), national sex offender search, and/or motor vehicle history. Candidates who are extended an offer of employment must submit to and pass a background check prior to beginning employment. Some positions depending on the job duties may be required to complete a DMV and/or credit check.

The University reserves the right to check additional references, with prior notification given to the candidate.

Note: The successful candidate must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, be able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

In compliance with the Clery Act of 1990, the University's annual security report is available at: https://www.csupueblo.edu/campus-safety.

Colorado State University Pueblo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Additionally, the University complies with all other relevant, federal, state, and local laws regarding employment practices.

It is the policy of Colorado State University Pueblo to provide reasonable accommodation for employees and applicants with disabilities. If you need accommodation, please contact the Office of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX at crc@csupueblo.edu.

All employees of Colorado State University Pueblo (CSU Pueblo) are required to complete training on policies and procedures administered by the Office of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX (CRC), under the supervision of the Director of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX Coordinator. Required training includes: understanding and reporting conduct prohibited by the Discrimination, Protected Class Harassment, and Retaliation policy and the Title IX, Sexual Harassment, and Gender Discrimination policy. All employees are required to report conduct prohibited under this policy, and student disclosures of pregnancy or related conditions directly to the CRC and to provide the CRC’s contact information to any student disclosing pregnancy or related conditions. More information is available at: Policies and Resolution Procedures | Office of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX (Policies and Procedures (https://www.csupueblo.edu/civil-rights-compliance-and-title-ix/policies-and-procedures/index.html) ).

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