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Veterans Services Officer

4 weeks ago


Richmond, United States Fort Bend County Full time

Overview:
Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here Work Here

**JOB SUMMARY**:
Ensures veterans and dependents receive benefits and entitlements available to them under law. Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for department.

**Responsibilities**:

- Provides information and guidance to agencies and the general public regarding veterans affairs.
- Determines client eligibility for public funds or services; Prepares and submits reports as required.
- Attends meeting, conferences, and seminars relating to veteran’s issues.
- Prepares departmental budget.
- Coordinates veteran memorial programs.
- Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by County Judge.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s Degree in related field.
- 2 years job related experience and 2 years military service with any branch of Armed Services with Honorable discharge. Past experience with Veterans benefits preferred. Political and media area experience preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials.
- Strong management and organizational skills.
- Ability to provide presentations to small and large groups.
- Must maintain certification from Texas Veterans Commission; 40 hours training certification from National Association of County Service Officers. (Certifications must be obtained prior to employment).

**SALARY RANGE**:Commensurate with experience

**CLOSING DATE**:Upon filling position

**All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.**

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
- Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation._


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