Veteran Services Representative

Job title:

Veteran Services Representative

Company

Virginia Government

Job description

Administrative Services, Health and Human Services, Human resourcesSearch by job title, location, department, category, etc.Search Jobs Near MeVeteran Services Representative

• 5029933

• Roanoke, Virginia, United States

• Dept of Veterans Services

• Administrative Services
• Health and Human Services
• Human resources

• Full-Time (Salaried)

• Closing at: Dec 13 2024 at 23:55 EST

• Dept of Veterans Services

Title: Veteran Services RepresentativeState Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist IHiring Range: $50,643.00-$55,371.00Pay Band: 4Agency: Dept of Veterans ServicesLocation: Roanoke Benefits Field OfficeAgency Website: www.dvs.virginia.govRecruitment Type: General Public – GJob DutiesServe Virginia’s veterans, their dependents and family members by ensuring they receive the benefits, support, quality care, and recognition they have earned through their service and sacrifice. To advocate for and assist veterans and their dependents in the preparation, presentation, and prosecution of all lawful and ethical veterans claims for benefits to which they are entitled. To educate veterans and dependents on the services and benefits offered by Virginia and the federal government. To conduct outreach to promote VDVS and the programs offered.Minimum QualificationsKnowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to veterans’ benefits is preferred. Experience with the military and / or military veteran communities. Ability to interpret complex laws and regulations and apply to casework. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Customer service and public speaking skills. Some overnight travel and regular community outreach to include some weekends or holidays is required.Additional ConsiderationsMust be eligible for accreditation to represent veterans before the US Department of Veterans Affairs. An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge and abilities may substitute for the education preference.

Special InstructionsYou will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.Contact InformationName: DVS HR TeamPhone: No CallsEmail: recruitment@dvs.virginia.govIn support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Expected salary

$50643 – 55371 per year

Location

Roanoke, VA

Job date

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 23:13:59 GMT

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