What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterans Service Administrator position at Dept of Veterans Services?
Title: Veterans Service Administrator
State Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III
Hiring Range: $24.27-26.07
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Dept of Veterans Services
Location: Salem VA Med Cntr Benefits
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. To provide administrative support for the Benefits service line, headquarters operations and assigned office(s). To educate veterans and dependents on the services and benefits offered by Virginia and the federal government. To assists clients in accessing of all lawful and ethical claims and benefits to which they are entitled. To assist Veterans Service Representatives in the preparation and tracking of claims and supporting documentation.
Minimum Qualifications
Working knowledge of office administration practices and procedures and some knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to veterans’ benefits is preferred. Working skills with word processing equipment and office automated office systems. Ability to read, interpret and apply laws, regulations and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Experience in interviewing individuals and compiling and presenting information obtained. Customer service skills.
Additional Considerations
An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge, skills and abilities is desired. Eligible for VA accreditation as representative of the Virginia Department of Veterans Services.
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 : $24 - $26
