Location: UHP, Onsite or Remote – Bentonville, AR

Job Type: Full-time

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

UHP is seeking a detail-oriented, compliance-driven, and veteran-empowered School Certifying Official (SCO) to join our Bentonville-based team. The SCO plays a critical role in ensuring eligible students can access and maximize their VA education benefits, including the GI Bill®—while maintaining full institutional compliance with federal regulations.

UHP is a veteran-focused education and leadership development organization located on an 800-acre campus in Northwest Arkansas. We deliver immersive, 19-day certification programs across fitness, health, nutrition, and leadership, helping service members and veterans build meaningful careers after service.

As UHP continues to grow, maintaining performance integrity and leadership maturity at scale is critical. The Senior Director of Performance Strategy plays a central role in ensuring this outcome.

● VA Certification & Compliance: Accurately certify and manage enrollment data in Enrollment Manager for all eligible students in accordance with Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regulations.

● Student Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for students utilizing VA education benefits, guiding them through application, eligibility, and benefit usage.

● Records Management: Maintain meticulous student records, ensuring timely submission of enrollment certifications, changes, and terminations.

● Liaison Duties: Act as the official liaison between UHP and the VA, SAA, and other regulatory bodies for all matters related to student benefits.

● Internal Coordination: Collaborate closely with Admissions, Finance, and Student Services to ensure smooth benefit processing, billing, and reporting.

● Audits & Reporting: Lead the institution’s internal VA audits, ensuring readiness and accuracy of all documentation.

Training & Policy Updates: Stay current on all VA/SAA guidelines, training updates, and legislative changes affecting student benefits and institutional compliance.

● 5–10 years of experience as a School Certifying Official or in a similar VA compliance role at a higher education institution.

● Demonstrated understanding of Post-9/11 GI Bill®, Chapter 31 VR&E, and other military education benefits.

● Experience with Enrollment Manager, SCO Annual Training, and compliance audits.

● Strong administrative skills, including meticulous attention to detail, data integrity, and timely reporting.

● Excellent interpersonal communication and a deep respect for the veteran community.

● Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and willing to work onsite at UHP’s Bentonville campus.

● Military experience or a direct connection to the veteran community.

Familiarity with UHP’s mission, The Blueprint educational model, and immersive campus structure.

● Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000 annually

● 401(k)

● Health, dental, and vision insurance

● Paid time off

● Professional development support

● Access to UHP performance and recovery facilities

Please submit:

● Resume

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