Educational Planner of Veteran Services

Jefferson Community College

Watertown, New York

Educational Planner - Veterans Services

Jefferson Community College, Watertown, New York, part of the State University of New York (SUNY) System, is conducting a search for a full-time Educational Planner - Veterans Services. Responsibilities include academic advising, educational planning, career and transfer advising, and retention support for the student military population at Jefferson. Serving student veterans, military and dependents, this position will ensure the implementation of program activities and services designed to enhance their educational experiences. This position provides seamless and exceptional service through personalized support and attention that fosters student success and engagement. This position works closely with external agencies at the state and federal levels whose work affects the lives of veterans, military, and their family members. Overnight travel, evening and weekend commitments will be required. Professional staff are expected to advance the College's focus on student success and completion and will work closely with the College's leadership to advance the mission of the current Strategic Plan.

Required: Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of appropriate professional experience.

Preferred: Master's Degree in Counseling, Higher Education, Educational Administration or related area. A minimum of three years of experience in program planning, budget formulation, and management. Experience in counseling, college admissions, advising or student financial aid is highly desirable.

Salary: $47,589 - $52,347for well-qualified individuals. Salary is determined based upon experience and education in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement as well as internal equity. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, long term disability, generous leave policies, paid holidays, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, tax-deferred Compensation, NYS retirement, as well as employee and dependent tuition waivers. May qualify for public service loan forgiveness!

To Apply: For additional information about the College and this posting, please visit https://www.sunyjefferson.edu and select “Careers at Jefferson”. You may then apply by selecting the “Apply Now” button. The following documentation/information is required to complete the application process:

• Cover letter
• Résumé
• Unofficial college transcripts for degrees
• Contact information for three professional references is required on the Employment Application Form.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Completed applications must be received by March 11, 2026.

Finalists will be responsible for interview-related expenses.

Final candidates are subject to a pre-employment criminal background investigation.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.