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Job Title Associate Director of Military Connection Center Department CTR ORIENTATION RETENTION & EXPLOR Position Number FP520A Location Norfolk, VA Job Summary
The Associate Director of the Military Connections reports to the Associate Dean of Students and Director of CORE. As a part of CORE, the Military Connection Center provides leadership, coordination, and direct support for programs, services, and initiatives that enhance the
success, sense of belonging, and overall experience of military-connected students. This role serves as a primary point of contact and advocate for students who are active-duty service members, veterans, spouses, and dependents. The Associate Director uses data-driven
practices, strong relationship building, and student-centered approaches to deliver high-impact programming, support institutional policy development, and foster collaborative partnerships across campus and in the community.
Position Type FullTime Type of Recruitment Internal Recruitment Minimum Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to develop and promote educational programs, initiatives, and activities addressing the unique and diverse need of military and veteran students. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with various constituents in higher education and the community to develop or advance student success initiatives. Ability to manage staff, build teams, work with diverse populations, manage multiple priorities, and demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent organization and decision- making skills, and proficient computer literacy.
Master's degree in higher education, counseling, social work, psychology, or related field; or a Bachelor's degree in higher education, counseling, social work, psychology or related field with related experience equivalent to a Master's degree.
Considerable experience in student support or otherwise working in student affairs administration. Considerable experience in planning, organizing, and implementing programs and services for veteran and active-duty military students. Strong experience in program management, marketing, and conducting presentations.
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N/A
Conditions of Employment
Job Open Date 07/13/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Application Review Date 07/18/2026 Job Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check. Department Information Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
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Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia's forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia's economy.
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