Outreach Specialist

POSITION: Veteran Outreach Specialist (VOS)

DEPARTMENT: Veterans Assistance Commission of Kendall County

WORK SCHEDULE: 8:00 AM- 4:00PM

STATUS: Full- Time, Starting Salary ($47,000.00 - $55,000.00, Exempt)

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Veterans Assistance Commission of Kendall County provides reasonable accommodation to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship.

The Veteran Outreach Specialist is responsible for increasing community awareness of the services that are provided by Veterans Assistance Commission. The goal will be to enhance outreach methods to maximize the growth of Veterans Assistance Commission of Kendall County.

DUTIES:

Must have great communication skills. Must work cohesively with others. Be able to conduct research and plan Community Events to raise awareness of our organization. Be able to present interactive presentations that engages local potential clients and businesses.

Assists eligible veterans with the procurement and proper completion of federal benefit application forms and researches and determines applicable laws, eligibility requirements, and claim status as needed.

Maintains current knowledge of resources available to veterans, changes to the Veteran Assistance Commission and be able to interpret the various documents of the Veteran Assistance Commission.

Must have skill in public relations, marketing, and local media techniques. Must be able to develop programs that are tailored to the appropriate audience. The ideal candidate will analysis and evaluate the current practices of outreach to develop a more efficient way to operate community outreach activities. The purpose will be to promote a better understanding of and awareness of the missions and goal of Veterans Assistance Commission of Kendall County.

For more information, please check out the full job description at the link below:

https://www.kendallcountyil.gov/home/showdocument?id=32687

Benefits:

• Approximately 14 1/2 paid holidays per year (the holidays are approved each year by the Kendall County Board).
• Paid vacation time – accrued each month, available for use immediately, and increases incrementally with years of service.
• 12 paid personal/sick days per year.
• Group health insurance (For 2025 plan year, Blue Cross/Blue Shield HMO & PPO options available for employees and family members).
• Dental insurance – available for employee and family members.
• Vision insurance – available for employee and family members.
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) Pension Plan.
• Employer sponsored life insurance – employee only coverage.
• Employee sponsored life insurance – available for employee and family members.
• AFLAC benefit options.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• This position qualifies for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• High school diploma or GED.
• Thorough knowledge of state and federal benefits programs applicable to veterans.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of department information and records according to state, federal, and office policy.
• Ability to comply with all employer and department policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, confidentiality, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments, veterans and their dependents, veterans’ organizations, and members of the general public in a courteous and tactful manner, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities, and disabilities.
• Ability to occasionally work extended hours, holidays, weekends, and travel out of town, occasionally overnight, to attend conferences.
• Possession of valid Illinois driver’s license and a demonstrated safe driving record.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates can complete the Kendall County Employment Application, which includes attaching a resume and cover letter at the link below:

https://selfservice.co.kendall.il.us/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=3132&sreq=1&form=KCA&desc=VETERAN'S ASSISTANCE - OUTREACH SPEACIALIST

Kendall County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA), it is the policy of Kendall County to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Kendall County Human Resources Department at the address above.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Nights as needed
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Yorkville, IL 60560

Salary : $47,000 - $55,000