What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Regional Director position at Dept of Veterans Services?
Title: Assistant Regional Director
State Role Title: Prog Admin Manager I
Hiring Range: $66,378 and above
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Dept of Veterans Services
Location: Henrico Benefits Office
Agency Website: www.dvs.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Serve 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. The Assistant Regional Director (ARD) supervises 4-6 assigned DVS Offices and 8-16 personnel under the oversight of the Regional Director (RD). Ensures that quality veteran claims and other support services are provided by their employees in a timely and professional manner. Trains the Veteran Service Representatives and Administrative Personnel under their supervision to provide claims and other veteran specific support and reviews and assesses their work. Fosters the education of veterans and dependents on the services and benefits offered by Virginia and the federal government. Conduct outreach to promote VDVS and the programs offered.
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to motivate, train, supervise, hold accountable to established standards, and lead subordinates.
Extensive knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to veterans’ benefits and experience filing for such benefits is required.
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. Public speaking and instructional skills.
Extensive travel during duty hours and occasional overnight travel at government expense is required.
Additional Considerations
Must 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 Instructions
You 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 Information
Name: DVS HR Team
Phone: No Calls
Email: recruitment@dvs.virginia.gov
In 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 AHP Letter 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.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $66,378
