Administrative Assistant - Full-time / Part-time

Mercer County Admin. Assistant – Veterans Affairs Office Mercer County is currently seeking a Full Time Admin. Assistant for the Veterans Affairs Office. Deadline to Apply: Feb. 7, 2022 County Of Mercer – Employee Job Description Department: Veteran’s Affairs Position Title: Full Time Administrative Assistant Pay Classification: TCC 04 (Entry $16.18/hr.) Reports To: Director and Assistant Director of Veteran’s Affairs Date of Job Description Creation/Update: 12/10/2021 Overall Descriptions of the Position: Assist the Director and Assistant Director of Veteran’s 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: Veteran’s preference status is required. Excellent Organizational and Communicative Skills Computer Literate Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel Working knowledge of the Internet Working knowledge of Email 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 for employment. Please send the completed standard application (available online at www.mcc.co.mercer.pa.us), 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: February 7, 2021