Veteran Programs Coordinator

Job Description:

Veteran Programs Coordinator

Description

Requirements

MOS Code(s): None

Education and Experience : Bachelor's Degree or higher in Health Sciences, Sociology, Public Administration, Business Administration or closely related field and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in administrating military and/or veterans’ community outreach or assistance programs.

Licenses and Certificates : Texas Class "C" Driver's License.

In addition, applicants for this position must also meet the following requirements:

• Veteran who served as a member of the Armed Forces of the United States as defined in Title 38, USC.
• Served at least 4 years of active duty in the Armed Forces, and who was separated from such service under honorable conditions, or the surviving spouse of any such veteran.

Background Investigation: Must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness. Misdemeanor and/or felony convictions may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and recency. Prior to appointment, candidates will be subject to a background investigation.

General Purpose

Under direction, serve as the veteran affairs liaison between the City of El Paso and other outside agencies, including but not limited to, federal, state and local organizations. Provide guidance, direction and coordination of regional related issues.

Typical Duties

Serve as a liaison for City's Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee (VAAC), departments, community, organizations, businesses and media to publicize program services. Involves: Identify, establish and maintain communication with federal, state and local regulatory agencies. Establish and participate in outreach programs and special community events. Participate on councils, committees, or task forces that develop special interest programs for veterans and dependents. Prepare and submit detailed reports on activities and projects. Prepare and develop presentations to civic organizations on topics pertaining to veteran's services, programs or benefits. Respond to general inquires and provide customer service for veteran programs and resources related to veterans activities. Provide ongoing evaluation and coordination of veteran services, programs and events to determine efficiency and effectiveness. Identify operational problems and develop solutions.

Represent the department and provide technical support, information and guidance on veteran's affairs. Involves: Advise and assist veterans in matters pertaining to their rights and benefits under law. Respond to requests for information and provide guidance on eligibility and entitlement requirements for federal, state, and local veteran's services, programs or benefits. Provide advocacy and representation services to the City's veteran population and their dependents. Counsel, advise and explain current laws and regulations for federal, state and local veteran's services, benefits and/or programs. Analyze and determine the impact of new and/or revised federal and state legislation or regulations regarding veteran assistance programs. Collaborate and coordinate with other federal, state and local agencies and organizations.

General Information

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Note: This is an unclassified contract position.

Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received.

Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University, or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department.

A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as “See résumé” are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete.

To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application’s employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position.

Determined by agreement

Closing Date/Time: 10/1/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

Salary:

$69,470.00 - $109,470.00 Annually