What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Perry County Veterans Affairs position at Perry County?
Perry County is accepting applications for a Director of Veterans Affairs. This position is responsible to provide assistance and counseling to veterans and their dependents concerning veteran benefits and services, as well as advocate for veteran services.
Primary duties include, but are not limited to:
- Plan, direct, organize, and coordinate all activities and outreach of the Perry County Veterans Affairs Office
- Interview and counsel veterans and/or their families to inform them of available benefits, services, and eligibility
- Responsible to gather information and evaluate eligibility for veterans’ benefits; submit claims and perform follow up; initiate and develop claim appeals
- Prepare annual department budget and monitor expenditures
- Authorize County payment of veterans’ affairs claims and maintain official military records
- Prepares presentations and speaks to a wide variety of social organizations to educate and inform
- Analyze and determine the impact of new or revised federal and state legislation/regulations regarding veteran assistance programs
Successful candidate must possess:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field
- OR Four (4) years’ experience in veterans services or related nonprofit work
- OR equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Compensation includes a starting salary of $27.91/hour, with consideration for relevant experience. Perry County employment offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes generous paid time off, a County retirement plan, and health, dental, and vision insurance after a 90-day probation period.
For consideration, please send a resume and application to Shannon Hines, PO Box 37 New Bloomfield, Pa 17068 or shines@perryco.org. Applications are available at www.perryco.org. Additional information is available by calling 717-582-5110 or shines@perryco.org. Position open until qualified candidate is approved.
Pay: $27.91 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28