Senior Advisor, Decision Reviews

Veterans Benefits Administration • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The position is located in the Veterans Benefits Administration Compensation Service. The Senior Advisor serves as the principal advisor on the administration, oversight and execution of VBA's disability compensation appeals and decision review program. Advises on and recommends plans, legislation, regulation, procedures & standards in support of VBA programs and associated activities related to Veterans' and other claimants' disagreements with VBA disability compensation decisions.

Requirements

• US Citizenship is required.
• Incumbents of this position will be subject to a background investigation commensurate with the risk and sensitivity level of the position.
• Successful completion of drug screening required.
• Subject to Financial Disclosure reporting requirements.
• You may be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• One or more years of experience that clearly demonstrates the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Advising on high-visibility legal and policy matters, and conducting detailed analysis of the design, implementation, and impact of policies, procedures, and initiatives for specialized programs.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Advising on the development and analysis of long-range plans for appeal/decision review program activities, services, and processes.
• Providing procedural guidance and technical advice targeted to the needs of VA personnel in regional offices.
• Providing functions to include, but not limited to, appeals program strategic planning continuous process improvement, change management, risk management and internal controls and executive customer-relationship management.
• Providing advice, options, and/or recommendations on complex issues or problems impacting the streamlined, efficient, timely, and accurate delivery of benefits sought on appeals or decision review.
• Reviewing and advises on proposed legislation, policies, and procedures pertaining to claims and appeals programs and services; recommends and assists with overseeing implementation of appropriate action.
• Participating in Congressional hearings/engagements on proposed legislation and program oversight.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed