VA Processor I, Government Funding Programs

Position Summary: The VA Processor I, Government Funding Programs School Certifying Official (SCO) prepares and processes military funds, for current learners, in accordance with VA regulations. The incumbent ensures accurate certification of enrollment, compliance with VA regulations, and high-quality support to military learners. The SCO helps veterans and eligible dependents navigate benefits, maintains compliance documentation, and ensures institutional adherence to federal regulations. Role and Responsibilities: Certify student enrollments, term dates, credit loads, tuition & fees, and changes using VA system (Enrollment Manager). Report all enrollment changes within VA‑ required timelines (withdrawals, drops, program changes, attendance changes). Monitor student schedules to identify changes that affect VA payments. Submit tuition and fee adjustments promptly to prevent overpayments. Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations governing VA education benefits. Maintain accurate institutional policies regarding VA benefits, prior credit evaluation, SAP (Satisfactory Academic Progress), and program integrity. Support learners in understanding consequences of enrollment changes. Complete mandatory VA SCO training (initial and annual). Maintain currency on VA regulatory updates and Enrollment Manager system changes. Coordinate with academic advising, bursar, financial aid, registrar, and other offices to ensure students receive accurate and timely benefit information. Participates in the successful implementation of other functional projects as they arise. Qualifications and Education Requirements: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. At least one year of experience in a professional environment that is highly regulated, including finance and higher education. Demonstrated knowledge of Federal Student Aid and/or military funding is required. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required. Strong attention to detail. Budgeted Hiring Range $28.83 — $31.37 USD All new hires are required to attend New Collaborator Orientation (NCO) in Salt Lake City, Utah. The College will cover travel, lodging, and other accommodations. Nightingale’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected both in our learners and collaborators because we believe the best outcomes for learners from underserved and diverse populations are achieved through collaborators with similar backgrounds and cultures. Nightingale Education Group is an equal opportunity employer. Our Mission (not just words on the wall, we live it, love it, and daily contribute to it) : With the primary focus on higher learning in healthcare professions, Nightingale Education Group contributes to elevating education, health, and employment systems through facilitation of academic achievement, personal growth, and professional development of its learners, alumni, and collaborators, while serving diverse communities. At Nightingale Education Group, our Innovative Education model helps transform rural health landscapes through our blended-distance learning platform. Every person involved with Nightingale Education Group helps to change the lives of our learners, our communities, and ultimately the world by adding to the quality of healthcare. We are proud to have graduated nearly 5,000 nurses serving communities in need. We are serious about our outcomes and have a little bit of fun getting there. The professional and personal development of our learners and our collaborators is our company’s foundation. Not only do we develop strategies that promote a positive work-life integration, but we also create an environment that invites you to become an expert in your field, be it through higher education or professional development. Put simply, we elevate employment, elevate health, and elevate education. We’re so happy that you’ve found us! Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen.