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Reports To:Assistant Director Admissions and RecruitmentPosition Status:Full-TimePosted Pay Range:$21.12 - $26.40At the College of Western Idaho we believe education should meet students where they are and for our military-connected students that starts right at Mountain Home Air Force Base. Were looking for a Coordinator Military Student Services who is passionate about building meaningful connections breaking down barriers to education and helping service members and their families navigate their path from first inquiry to graduation. This role is both campus-facing and community-centered blending outreach advising and partnership-building to strengthen educational access and success within our military community. If youre energized by serving those who serve and want to make a lasting impact on student lives this is your opportunity.Why Join CWI At the College of Western Idaho (CWI) you will work in a dynamic collaborative environment where problem-solving and innovation are valued and your contributions directly enhance the efficiency of the institution.Key Responsibilities:Drive Military Student Recruitment Outreach and AccessServe as the primary point of contact for prospective and current students at Mountain Home Air Force Base.Deliver admissions presentations and provide guidance on applications FAFSA placement exams and enrollment processes.Build strong relationships with local high schools military leadership and community partners in the Mountain Home and Magic Valley region.Support awareness of CWI programs including DANTES testing CCAF AAS degrees and Air Force Tuition Assistance benefits.Support Student Success Retention and EngagementProvide academic advising for CWI programs offered on base and assist students with course registration.Develop and lead student programming orientation and engagement activities tailored to military-connected students.Foster a supportive student-centered environment through intentional relationship-building and community creation.Identify student needs and connect them with appropriate academic and community resources.Build Internal Collaboration and Institutional CapacityPartner with enrollment management advising One Stop dual credit and other departments to strengthen support for military students.Maintain effective working relationships with faculty staff and internal stakeholders across the college.Lead efforts to increase campus awareness of military culture and student needs.Participate in committees professional meetings and institutional initiatives.Ensure Compliance Reporting and Operational ExcellenceMaintain accurate student records files and documentation.Track analyze and report data related to recruitment enrollment retention and persistence of military student populations.Stay current on relevant federal state and institutional policies regulations and procedures.Uphold professional standards and codes of ethics (IACRAO AACRAO PNACAC) while helping students understand how policies impact them.Minimum Qualifications: Associates Degree At least three years of experience in student services or related experience Strong cross-cultural interpersonal and writing skills are necessary including public speaking skills and the ability to represent the college in a positive way to diverse populations Strong technical abilities: database systems presentation software Microsoft Office suites or equivalent Strong event planning/coordination skills Ability to interpret follow and administer academic and administrative policy Ability to function independently and work collaboratively with institutional partners Ability to travel between various locations throughout the day Additional Instructions for Applicants:* This position is in Mountain Home in the CWI office on the Airforce Base**Most positions at CWI are in-person and based on campus. While some roles may allow up to two remote workdays per week eligibility for remote work is determined on a case-by-case basis at the hiring managers discretion. All candidates must reside within or be willing to relocate to a reasonable commuting distance from CWI. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Benefits:For information on health insurance including coverage details and plan summaries visit Retirement plans with employer contribution of over 11%Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending AccountsEmployer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability insuranceEleven paid holidays per year (faculty may vary)Generous vacation and sick leavePaid Parental LeaveTuition discount on classes at CWI and other collegesAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex age national origin disability veteran status gender identity sexual orientation or any other applicable legally protected status.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Anti Money Laundering,Access Control System,Catering,Assessment,Communication Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 21 - 26