Building Maintenance Mechanic-Veterans Assistance-Veterans Home-Cabell Co.
State of West Virginia
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Veterans Service Officer 1 - Veterans Assistance - Kanawha Co.
State of West Virginia
Veterans Assistance - Cabinet Sec, Cemetery, and Field Offices
Location
West Virginia, 25305
Salary
$32,862 - $56,373
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves helping veterans and their families figure out if they qualify for government benefits, filing claims with agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs, and handling appeals if claims are denied.
It also includes traveling to provide support in the field.
A good fit would be someone who is an honorably discharged veteran with experience in public service or counseling, and who enjoys assisting others with important paperwork and advocacy.
Key Requirements
- Honorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university (or equivalent substitution with one year of relevant experience in veterans' affairs, employment services, vocational guidance, claims investigation, or active military duty)
- Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle for travel
- Ability to pass proficiency tests and maintain accreditation as required
- Strong skills in public contact and assisting with benefit claims
- Willingness to perform field office work and itinerant services across Kanawha County
Full Job Description
***This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the WV Division of Personnel merit system.***
Responsible for determining the eligibility of Veterans for benefits under existing laws, for preparing and presenting claims for benefits and for developing appeal cases resulting from unfavorable decisions by the US Department of Veterans Affairs. Performs field office work and itinerate service in assisting Veterans and their dependents to secure benefits by federal and state agencies. Must be an honorably discharged Veteran.
Click The APPLY Link To Apply Online.
IMPORTANT: You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section, or you may attach a detailed resume. Please make sure to review the “Other Information” section of this listing for any specific instructions of the hiring department.
ATTENTION: Applicants may provide verification of post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified.
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If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact any personal information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.
Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by U.S .mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.
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Qualifications
Training: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.Substitution: Employment involving responsible public contact work in veterans' affairs, employment services, vocational guidance, claims investigation and/or related fields OR active duty in the United States Armed Forces may be substituted for the required training on a year-for-year basis.
Special Requirements: 1) Honorable discharge from one of the armed forces. 2) Possession of a valid driver's license and the availability of a car for continuous use. 3) Employed personnel must pass proficiency tests and maintain accreditation.
***Your complete work history is needed to qualify you for positions. Please be as detailed as possible and list all of your past employment.***
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