Mercer County
Admin. Assistant Veterans Affairs Office
Mercer County is currently seeking
a Full Time Admin. Assistant for the
Veterans Affairs Office.
Please visit www.mercercountypa.gov under the
County Employment Opportunities section
to learn more about the position and how to apply.
Deadline to Apply: 11-29-2024 recblid sfattppzhntbu9cdk4yfk2dd5on27e
County Of Mercer Employee Job Description
Department: Veterans Affairs
Position Title: Full Time Administrative Assistant
Pay Classification: TCC 04 (Entry $17.08/hr.)
Reports To: Director and Assistant Director of Veterans Affairs
Date of Job Description Creation/Update: 11/14/2024
Overall Descriptions of the Position:
Assist the Director and Assistant Director of Veterans Affairs in the provision of quality advocacy for all Mercer County Pennsylvania Veterans; members of the U.S. Armed Forces, their spouse, dependent(s) and/or survivor(s) through benefits, programs, claims, and outreach services. This position is engaged in obtaining, compiling, and presenting information pertaining to claims for benefits allowable to veterans and their dependents. This position assists veterans and their spouse or dependent(s) by first assessing their needs, and then taking appropriate action to file all available benefits on their behalf. Responsibilities include assisting and coordinating with other Veterans Service Officers (VSOs). This position may require outreach with veterans through traditional public relations, community involvement, and by initiation and implementation of activities that encourage them to access their rightfully earned entitlements and benefits.
Position Requirements:
Veterans preference status is required.
Excellent Organizational and Communicative Skills
Computer Literate
o Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel
o Working knowledge of the Internet
o Working knowledge of Email
o Working knowledge of word processing (typing)
Customer Service Skills and Experience
Ability to learn and understand various Veteran Services
Post Hire Requirement Complete Training/Accreditation as a Veteran Service Officer; through PA Dept. of Military and Veterans Affairs
Advanced Background Check/Clearances are required post job offer.
Position Duties:
Assist in supporting Veterans according to Federal, State and County codes
Work directly with Veterans in order to advise and assist as required
Conducts telephone and written communication with various government and non-government agencies
Prepares and submits claims for government benefits for individual veterans, spouse, dependent(s) and/or survivor(s)
Participates in training as required
All other duties as assigned
How To Apply:
All interested applicants must print and complete the Standard County of Mercer Application (available online at www.mercercountypa.gov) for employment.
Please send the completed standard application (available online at www.mercercountypa.gov), a letter of interest, salary history, resume, and three references to the following:
Mercer County
HR Department
17 Courthouse
Mercer, PA 16137
Deadline to Apply: 11/29/2024