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Taylor County Board Of County Commissioners Veterans Service Officer (Part-time) in Perry, Florida

SUMMARY

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This is a responsible position which involves advising and aiding Veterans or dependents in presenting disability, insurance, or pension claims for benefits under federal, state, or local laws and the administration of such program. The position also involves assisting Veterans who are in need of employment, housing, transportation to medical appointments, and educational opportunities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Ensure the Veterans' Service Office is operated in a manner to provide professional, effective, and efficient service to Veterans and their dependents.

Maintains communication with the Veteran community, Veteran organizations, and the civic and business community.

Contacts employers relative to employment opportunities for Veterans, in particular disabled Veterans.

Reviews legislation, regulations, rule changes, and precedents in reference to client medical reports, and service history to evaluate and determine validity of claims.

Obtains claimant's Power of Attorney to represent the Veteran when contacting the Veterans Administration (VA) in reference to claimants benefits and/or claims.

Prepares claim forms, briefs, and assemble pertinent evidence.

Contacts doctors and other individuals relative to furnishing official affidavits and evidence for individual claimants.

Requests hearing before the Veterans board and presents briefing if so needed.

Advises Veterans on insurance, vocational, and other matters, working in cooperation with Department of Veterans Affairs and other agencies.

Prepares bulletins and correspondence to acquaint public with current activities and legislation.

Participates in or initiates civic functions to inform public of services rendered and rights and benefits of Veterans and dependents.

Must have excellent customer service skills.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must have knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations governing Veterans benefits under federal and state statutes.

Ability to exercise good judgment in counseling and in assisting in a solution for the Veterans problems.

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