Veteran's Services Officer Part-Time

3 weeks ago


Vero Beach, United States Indian River County Board of County Commissioners Full time
Salary: $23.17 Hourly

Location : Vero Beach, FL

Job Type: Part Time

Job Number: 01668

Department: General Services

Division: Veterans Services

Opening Date: 05/07/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Description

Performs specialized administrative work advising and assisting veterans and their dependents in matters pertaining to their rights and benefits under various federal and state statutes. Works independently under the general direction of the Veterans Service Manager.
Essential Job Duties

  • Communicates with the veteran's community and all veterans' organizations, as well as the civic and business community, as directed.
  • Participates in and attends conferences and conventions relating to the field of veterans' affairs so as to be current and knowledgeable on all matters affecting veterans' benefits.
  • Advises and assists veterans or their dependents in presenting claims for disability compensation, pension, medical care, insurance, burial, vocational rehabilitation, loans, job counseling, and other claims for benefits which they may be entitled to under federal and state statutes.
  • Contacts doctors and other individuals relative to furnishing official affidavits and evidence for individual claimants.
  • Inputs information on assistance provided into computer program on a daily basis.
  • May participate in development of outlines for in-house training sessions as necessary to inform staff of new or changing laws regarding veteran benefits.
  • Represents veterans before various officials as necessary to establish veterans claim.
  • Conducts routine visits to veteran's residences to assist with claims and service requests.
Typical Requirements

Education/Experience:

As required by F.S. 292.11, must have an associate degree from an accredited university, college, or community college, or a high school degree or equivalency diploma, and (4) four years of administrative experience.

Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations:
  • Must be a veteran who served as a member of the Armed Forces of the United States during a period of war, as defined in Title 38, U.S.C.; who served at least 18 months' active duty in the Armed Forces; and who was separated from such service under honorable conditions, or the surviving spouse of any such veteran. Any honorably discharged veteran who was so discharged for service-connected or aggravated medical reasons before serving 18 months of active duty; who completed a tour of duty other than active duty for training, regardless of the length of the tour; or who satisfied his or her military obligation in a manner other than active duty for training or reserve duty shall be eligible.
  • Must satisfactorily complete State of Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs training upon hire and periodic refresher training thereafter.


Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

Knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations governing veterans' benefits under federal and state statutes.

Ability to exercise good judgment in counseling and in assisting in the solution of veterans' problems.

Ability to enlist and retain the respect, confidence, and cooperation of veterans and veterans' agencies.

Ability to interpret and enforce various federal and state statutes dealing with veterans' affairs.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, veterans, their dependents, civic groups, and the general public.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.

Supplemental Information

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

ATTESTATION

I have read the job description for the above position and understand the job duties, requirements, and responsibilities for the position. I attest that I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined in the job description either with or without accommodation. I understand that if I require accommodation, I will contact the Human Resources Department to request an accommodation.

If I have any questions about the job duties described in the above job description, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or a member of the Human Resources staff.

I have discussed any questions I may have had about this job description prior to signing this form.

Employees Signature Date

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