Veteran's Services Officer Part-Time

This position 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.

Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and four (4) years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 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.
• Participates 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.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.

• Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• 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 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. 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.

Work is performed primarily…