Military-Affiliated Student Services Specialist
Professional & Scientific
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience
of Duties and Responsibilities:
Are you inspired by the opportunity to guide military-affiliated students as they navigate the academic landscape, leveraging their discipline and resilience to achieve personal and professional success?
If so, the Military-Affiliated Student Center within the Dean of Students Office at Iowa State University is currently seeking applicants for the role of Military-Affiliated Student Services Specialist! This position will be classified as a Student Services Specialist II.
What You'll Do:
Administer programs and services with a comprehensive understanding of the unique needs of military-affiliated students, ensuring effective support.
Supervise graduate assistants and co-supervise student office assistants, including oversight of hiring and onboarding processes.
Conduct regular training, professional development sessions, and performance evaluations.
Meet individually with student employees to set goals, address concerns, and provide career mentoring that fosters transferable skills and career readiness.
Oversee the coordination and execution of events held in the Military-Affiliated Student Center (MASC) throughout the academic year, fostering community engagement and student development.
Participate in the development and assessment of departmental co-curricular initiatives to enhance student engagement and success.
Serve as the webmaster and content manager for the MASC website, ensuring timely updates and accurate information.
Monitor and manage the MASC email account, providing prompt, thoughtful responses to stakeholder inquiries and forwarding messages to appropriate personnel as needed.
We are seeking team-oriented individuals who thrive in collaborative environments and are passionate about serving those who have served. Strong communication skills are essential for success in this role.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with Veterans and/or military-affiliated populations.
Experience working in student affairs within higher education.
Experience supervising students and/or staff.
Experience advising students and/or student organizations.
Experience with community outreach and/or promotion of a program.
Master’s degree.
About Military-Affiliated Student Center:
The Military-Affiliated Student Center provides academic support, transition assistance, and advocacy for students who are Active-Duty Service Members, Veterans, ROTC cadets, Reservists, National Guard, Dependents, and military-connected students. For more information, please visit Military-Affiliated Student Center website
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Application/Cover Letter
Why Choose Iowa State University?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Regular
12 Month Work Period
Full time
PS806
June 16, 2026
June 29, 2026
R19433
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.
