Veterans Affairs Service Officer II

State of Nebraska • Lincoln, NE

6d • $22

About The Position

DESCRIPTION: Under immediate to general supervision, learns to advise and represent veterans and their dependents in presenting their claims for benefits to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (V.A.); performs related administrative work as required.

Requirements

• High school education plus veteran with honorable discharge and resident of Nebraska for one year prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Direct and conduct evaluations of ratings on veterans' claims to determine validity.
• Completes progressively increasing case load as assigned by agency management.
• Direct the preparation of appeals on under-evaluated and denied cases.
• Conduct hearings on veterans' benefits before appropriate agencies.
• Advise post and county service officers of evidence needed to develop, process or reopen to increase a veterans' claim.
• Direct and engage in the counseling of veterans and dependents of available benefits and assists them in filing claims.
• Originate and answer correspondence.
• Plan and participate in public relations activities and educational events.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
• Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
• For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees