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ASSISTANT VETERANS SERVICE OFFICER

Code: 00805 Local Non-Competitive

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Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator.

Definition

Under the direction of the Veterans' Service Officer, is responsible for the dissemination of information relating to the rights and benefits of war veterans; does other related work.

Examples of work

  • Interviews veterans and their dependents to provide them with clear and accurate information relating to the various benefits provided under national and state laws.
  • Conducts field investigations relating to benefit claims cases and prepares the necessary forms required by the Veterans' Administration.
  • Prepares reports and submits to Veterans Service Officer.
  • Collects and distributes information of varied types concerning veteran's rights and benefits.
  • Establishes and maintains records and files.
  • Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

  • Ability to analyze and interpret national, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and policies dealing with veterans' rights and apply them to specific cases.
  • Ability to assist veterans in filing claims for unemployment insurance and disability.
  • Ability to prepare reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to establish and maintain records and files.
  • Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
  • Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.