State of Missouri · 1 day ago
Veterans Service Officer
West Plains, MO
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$54K/yr - $58K/yrThe State of Missouri is seeking a Veterans Service Officer to positively impact the lives of Veterans and their families by assisting them in obtaining federal and state benefits. The role involves conducting interviews, developing claims packages, and serving as a program representative to promote the Missouri Veterans Commission programs.
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Responsibilities
Conduct interviews with Veterans and their dependents
Review background data, medical and financial information to determine eligibility for and raise awareness of Federal, State, and Local/Private Veteran benefits or other related programs
Develop claims packages for Veterans and their dependents seeking disability, education, health care, cemetery, and related benefits, ensuring proper certification of all documentation based on Department of Veterans Affairs laws and regulations
Maintain and monitor beneficiary claim files to ensure continual receipt of VA benefits and prepare annual verifications for eligibility
Serve as program and benefits representative to conduct outreach, attend benefit fairs, present at area events to promote the Missouri Veterans Commission programs
Respond to benefit questions from Veterans, dependents, legislators, and National Veteran Service Organizations
Qualification
Required
Must demonstrate the following which may be obtained through military and/or work experience or through completion of a bachelor's degree in a related program:
Knowledge of the federal and state laws, regulations, and procedures related to benefits available to military service members, Veterans, and their dependents
Knowledge of the application and appeal processes for Compensation, Dependents Indemnity Compensation, Disability and Live/Death Pension, Education, Vocational Rehabilitation, Burial, VA Insurance, Medical Treatment and other Federal benefits
Knowledge and ability to apply the basic principles and methods of interviewing, communicating and interacting with members of the general public from diverse backgrounds
Possess an Honorable Discharge from the military forces of the United States
Benefits
3 weeks paid vacation
3 weeks paid sick leave
13 paid holidays
Health (medical, dental, vision) and free life insurance
Retirement
Up to $75/month match on savings plan
6 weeks paid leave for birth or adoption
Company
State of Missouri
The State of Missouri is a group of outstanding people that accomplish extraordinary things for our folks every day.
Founded in 1820
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kevin Mccarthy
Chief Technology Officer
Jennifer Tidball
Chief Operating Officer at Missouri Department of Social Services
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