What are the responsibilities and job description for the Benefits Navigator position at Washington State University and Careers?
Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
March 15, 2026
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions for more details.
Available Title(s):
1481-YN_ADMINPRO - Student Services Coordinator/Advisor 1
Business Title:
Benefits Navigator
Employee Type:
Admin. Professional
Position Details:
The Opportunity:
As the Benefits Navigator within Student Affairs, you will serve as the single point of contact for students to receive support to access public and institutional resources such as public benefits (Working Connections Childcare, Basic Food or SNAP), emergency assistance grants, housing supports, food pantry items, etc. You will assist all students with providing intake, referrals, and support in accessing resources at the university and/or with other community partners. In this role, you will work to enhance collaborations with community partners and increase resources for institutions to support students with low incomes.
As the Benefits Navigator within Student Affairs, you will serve as the single point of contact for students to receive support to access public and institutional resources such as public benefits (Working Connections Childcare, Basic Food or SNAP), emergency assistance grants, housing supports, food pantry items, etc. You will assist all students with providing intake, referrals, and support in accessing resources at the university and/or with other community partners. In this role, you will work to enhance collaborations with community partners and increase resources for institutions to support students with low incomes.
Additional Information:
This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.
Monthly Salary:
Monthly Salary:
$3,750.85 - $4,200.00 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications
In accordance with
Benefits:
In accordance with
RCW 49.58.110
, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.Benefits:
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the
detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff
and Total Compensation
.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of professional work experience in student services or related education/experience. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional work experience. Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year‐for‐year basis.
- Demonstrated excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated experience with modern office technologies, such as the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and positively with diverse populations.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Attention to detail, organized, and able to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise professional judgment, including the ability to work independently.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous work experience at an institution of higher education.
- Experience or knowledge of advising/counseling students.
- Experience or knowledge of coordinating services related to meeting the fundamental needs of students through private basic needs/social programs.
- Experience analyzing, evaluating, using professional judgment and/or applying a comprehensive depth of knowledge to support students in a higher education setting or equivalent.
- One or more years of experience advising/counseling students in a higher education setting or equivalent.
- Familiarity with Washington State University policies and procedures.
Position Sponsorship Eligibility:
Not eligible for work visa sponsorship
About
Student Affairs
: We’re here to foster student learning, development, and well-being, in and out of the classroom, on and off campus. In partnership with the academic mission, we create the spaces where students live, eat, learn, lead, work, play, and grow. From connecting with friends and exploring interests to finding mentors, gaining employment experience, and accessing resources when you need them, our programs and services are designed to help you thrive in every part of your Cougar journey.
Department Name:
Dean of Students
Location: Pullman, WA
Application Instructions:
Application Instructions:
Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
1) Cover Letter
2) Resume
1) Cover Letter
2) Resume
- External candidates, upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application.
- Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application,please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.
- Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.
- Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.
Background Check:
This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by
RCW 74.34
, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Time Type:
Full time
Position Term:
12 Month
Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or
hrs@wsu.edu
.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.
Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both.
More information, resources, and contact information are available:
https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/
About Us
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strategic priorities
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View the
HRS Benefits website
for details on competitive benefits available.Notice of Non-Discrimination
In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.
Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both.
Salary : $3,751 - $4,200