
Virginia Government
Job title:
Veterans 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 meVeterans Services Representative
- 5083761
- Petersburg, Virginia, United States
- Dept of Veterans Services
- Administrative Services
- Health and Human Services
- Human resources
- Full-Time (Salaried)
- Closing at: Jul 4 2025 – 23:55 EDT
- Dept of Veterans Services
Title: Veterans Services RepresentativeState Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist IHiring Range: $52,162-$56,890Pay Band: 4Agency: Dept of Veterans ServicesLocation: Petersburg Benefits 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 ConsiderationsThis position requires, as a condition of employment, obtaining and maintaining Accreditation with the US Department of Veterans Affairs (USDVA). A new probationary period will be required for all new Benefits employees who have not completed and currently maintain USDVA Accreditation, regardless of whether the employee has previously completed a state probationary period. REAL ID is required for employment as a part of the federal prerequisites for USDVA Accreditation.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
$52162 – 56890 per year
Location
Petersburg, VA
Job date
Sat, 21 Jun 2025 05:56:01 GMT
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