What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Veteran Services Officer position at Williamson County?
Reporting directly to the Veteran Services Officer, responsible for providing a multitude of professional and supportive assistance to veterans, dependents, and survivors.
- Provides counseling related to disability and/or pension benefits
- Conducts initial veteran eligibility assessment, interviews veteran, dependents and/or survivors
- Reviews and analyzes documentation, determines benefits, establishes, and maintains records of information
- Prepares claim forms and assembles required information to establish the validity of a veteran claim under Federal and State statutes
- Assists with benefit eligibility, descriptions of benefits, and obtaining benefits
- Assists with completion of all paperwork of federal and state benefits
- Assists with obtaining admission to and treatment in the Department of Veterans Affairs medical facilities, including long-term care facilities
- Participates in conferences with veterans' organizations and with federal and state offices on matters affecting the welfare of veteran benefits programs
- Maintains current knowledge of state and federal legislation affecting veteran programs
- Prepares presentations and assists with community outreach
- Communicates frequently with office support staff, other county personnel, department heads, supervisors, external agencies, veterans, and the general public
- Acts as the liaison between Veterans and the Veterans Administration
- Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
- Performs special duties as assigned
ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS
- Reports directly to – Veteran Services Officer
- Direct Reports – No
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting/carrying
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
- Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment
- Travel between worksites, as required
- Veteran’s appointments may occur in the office or at the veteran’s home
- May require the use of a personal vehicle
IRREGULAR HOURS
- Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
- Essential personnel in the event of an emergency
- Regular attendance is required
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two (2) years of customer service experience
- Knowledge of laws, regulations, and rulings of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs
- Ability to perform multiple complex tasks simultaneously
- Ability to conduct detailed research involving financial and medical information
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required within thirty (30) days of employment
- Valid driver’s license
Required within six (6) months of employment
- Certified Veteran Services Officer by the Department of Veteran Affairs
- Accredited by the Texas Veterans Commission
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate degree in a related field
- Prior public sector experience and/or experience working with veterans
- In appointing an officer, the Commissioners Court shall give preference to a veteran who qualifies for a veteran's employment preference under Chapter 657 of the Texas Government Code. Chapter 657 details the following individuals qualify for a veteran's employment preference in the following order of priority:
- (1) a veteran with a disability;
- (2) a veteran;
- (3) a veteran's surviving spouse who has not remarried; and
- (4) an orphan of a veteran if the veteran was killed while on active duty.
- Bilingual (Spanish)
EMPLOYMENT TESTING
Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:
- Criminal background check: Yes
- Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
- Drug screening: Yes
- Physical exam: No
- Psychological exam: No
- Additional: N/A
A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) calendar days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY
Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.