Executive Director of Veterans Affairs

Selective Requirements must be met in addition to the job requirements.  Applicants who do not possess the selective requirement will not be qualified.

1. Must be an Honorably Discharged Veteran

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Manages the operations of the Administrative Office and Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemeteries. 
  
• Coordinates and implements the Commission's programs; implements state and federal regulations concerning Veterans death benefits, burial rights, education, training, employment, medical and financial benefits as well as all other matters of concern to veterans and their families.
  
• Provides consultative and advisory services to Delaware's veterans and their family members.
  
• Provides liaison between the Commission and veterans, local, state and federal agencies and organizations, legislators, congressional committees, and the media regarding veteran death benefits and burial requirements, and issues relating to construction projects, veteran programs, legislation, financial benefits, issues, and interests.
  
• Develops, prepares and manages the budgets of the Commission.
  
• Ensures Commission operations comply with statutory requirements including state and departmental policies and procedures in the areas of programming, budgeting, administration, finances and personnel.
  
• Prepares administrative, financial, programmatic and related reports.

1. At least three years experience in veterans programs, affairs and benefits administration which includes establishing short and long term goals and objectives, addressing veteran related issues and needs in areas such as death benefits, burial rights, education, employment, training, medical and financial benefits.
2. At least six months experience in budget administration which includes managing, developing, analyzing and implementing budgets; developing strategic plans and establishing internal control.
3. At least six months experience in developing policies and procedures.
4. At least six months experience in operations management which includes planning, directing, coordinating, controlling and evaluating operations typically through subordinate supervisors.

An incumbent in this class reports to the Chairperson, Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of State. The class incumbent works in cooperation with the Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs to establish short and long term goals and objectives designed to address veteran related issues and needs in the areas of death benefits, burial rights, education, employment, training, medical and financial benefits and entitlements. Work includes managing, planning, coordinating and implementing various programs and services for Delaware's veterans and their families. An incumbent also is responsible for directing and making decisions for the Administrative Office and Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemeteries. An incumbent interacts with local, state and federal agencies and organizations, legislators, congressional committees and the media regarding programs, benefits and issues. A class incumbent is also responsible for developing and managing the Administrative Office and Cemeteries budgets and ensuring operations comply with statutory requirements, policies and procedures.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Please upload a resume.  The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   

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Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.