We have an outstanding career opportunity for a Deputy Director of Veteran Affairs to join a leading Company located in the Chicago, IL surrounding area.
Job Responsibilities:  Manages Veteran Affairs programming.Designs, implements and manages an internship program to augment staff and provide additional resources.Assists in establishing and managing a Veteran Service Officers Corp, which will deploy Veteran Service Officers.Provides information for assistance to all Veteran residents enabling them to receive benefits and aid to which they may be entitled under law.Assists with establishing the department's vision and define goals, objectives, and performance metrics.Collects data, prepares reports, and monitors progress toward the department's goals and objectives.Assists with the preparation of the annual budget and monitors the financial management of the office.Monitors relationships with other departments, external service providers and other community stakeholders including outreach efforts.Hosts county-sponsored Veteran outreach events and represents the County at external outreach events.Assists in overseeing the Veteran Assistance Commission.Develops communication tools for the veteran community including newsletters, social media posts, and roundtables.
Basic Hiring Criteria:Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent PLUS two (2) years of prior experience related to managing or coordinating a Veterans Affairs or similar government service program. Status as a veteran in good standing, in one of the five branches of the United States' Armed Services.General Knowledge of Federal, state and local Veterans Affairs and/or organizations relating to the assistance of Veterans and their families. Knowledge of outreach and support methods and techniques. Knowledge of office management principles, supervisory and training techniques and military branches, positions and ranks. Skill in financial management and budgetary preparation. Ability to communicate effectively with tact and courtesy with the general public and in a professional manner either by telephone or in-person. Ability to act independently making decisions and addressing problems in the absence of the Director of Veterans Affairs. Ability to manage staff.
Desired Qualifications: Graduation from a college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or other related field PLUS two (2) years' experience managing or coordinating a Veterans Affairs program.