Department Service Officer

The American Legion is seeking a qualified and committed individual to supervise the Department Veterans Service Division. The American Legion of Washington is a non-profit Veterans Service Organization chartered by the US Congress in 1919. It is committed to serving veterans and their families, our local communities and the United States of America.

Location:

There are multiple subordinate offices located throughout the state. Travel to these locations will be required.

Duties:

The Department Service Officer is the Director of The American Legion Service Division responsible for a wide range of professional level work including the supervision and administration of the veteran’s service program throughout the State of Washington.

· Supervise both full-time and part-time employees working at various locations throughout the state

· Develop and administer the Department Service Division annual budget

· Represent The American Legion at federal, state and community meetings

· Research, prepare and present written and oral arguments before the Board of Veterans’ Appeals Adjudication Officers in Seattle

· Participate in District conferences, annual Department Mid-Winter conference, annual Department convention, National training seminars and other meetings/conferences throughout the state and nation

· Develop and manage the veterans’ service officer training program

· Act as the Department of Washington’s representative to the US Department of Veterans Affairs and the Washington Department of Veterans Affairs

Desirable Qualifications:

The successful applicant will possess the knowledge, skills and abilities gained though education and experience to excel in the areas of program administration, personnel supervision, management and budget planning and oversight. Training pertaining to VA case law and VA benefits programs is required. The candidate should possess the following attributes.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
• Strong leadership abilities
• Ability to apply quality standards effectively
• Ability to prepare and administer budgets
• Excellent presentation skills
• Experienced with common word processing, spreadsheet and presentation computer programs including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with executive managers

How to Apply:

Mail or email resume and letter of interest to The American Legion Department of Washington, PO Box 3917, Lacey, WA 98509-3917 or adjutant@walegion.org.

Final Date to Apply:

Resumes will be received at the Department of Washington office until the position is filled.

Special Notes:

• This is a salaried position that may require occasional work beyond normal office hours and on weekends.
• Travel by airplane and automobile is required to fulfill the requirements of this position.
• The incumbent serves at the direction of the Department of Washington Executive Committee

Selection Process:

A selection committee will review the résumés and select applicants for interviews. Final interviews will be conducted in Lacey, WA.

Veterans Preference:

Only veterans eligible for membership in The American Legion can be considered for this position. The American Legion is an equal opportunity employer and actively supports diversity in the workplace. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and persons over 40 years of age are also encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000