VETERAN BENEFITS SPECIALIST II
Recruitment #19-002144-0003
Department | DVMF Service Program |
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Date Opened | 9/17/2019 11:59:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 10/1/2019 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $36,312.00 - $57,214.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Althea Gibson |
Work Location |
Howard
|
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
9900 Washington Boulevard
Laurel, MD 20723
Main Purpose of Job
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalence certificate.
Experience: One year of experience providing services to veterans and their dependents.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Previous claims handling experience with veterans, their dependents and families regarding their benefits, services medical and pensions.
Knowledge of State, Federal and Local laws concerning the benefits, privileges and obligations to veterans and their families.
Ability to maintain professional relationships with staff members and the public.
Ability to maintain confidential records and files.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Title 38, United States Code, Section 5901-5905 requires that employees in this classification be certified as a veterans’ services counselor by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.
2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties that require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS
All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.
For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.
Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.