Salary : $46,384.00 – $56,368.00 Annually
Location : Ukiah, CA
Job Type: Full-time Permanent
Job Number: 23.366
Department: Social Services
Opening Date: 09/01/2023
Closing Date: 9/24/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
The list developed from this recruitment will be used for a limited period to fill open and promotional, regular full-time, and part-time positions, should they occur. Pursuant to current bargaining unit agreements, employees regularly assigned to the coastal region or in Covelo are eligible to receive a 5% assignment premium
To interview, counsel, and assist veterans and/or their dependents in the preparation of claims for available benefits.
Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply. Se buscan personas bilingües en inglés y español. Para recibir una solicitud en español, llame a Recursos Humanos al 234-6600.
Job Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents:
- Counsels veterans and/or their dependents on available financial, educational, vocational, legal, and medical benefits.
- Investigates and secures records and evidence to support claims.
- Prepares and processes claims through appropriate channels.
- Advises veterans and/or their dependents on inter-agency benefits.
- Maintains correspondence and other files on Veterans Service clients.
- Supports denied claims through the appellate process.
- Monitors and interprets governmental guidelines pertaining to veteran benefits.
- Prepares correspondence and various reports as necessary.
- Monitors and answers complaints concerning the Veterans Plot at Fort Bragg, Mendocino, and Point Arena Cemeteries.
- Attends meetings of various veteran associations.
- Performs auxiliary duties such as transporting veterans to and from VA hospitals, scheduling the rental of Ukiah and Fort Bragg Veterans Building to outside organizations, and supervising the maintenance of said buildings.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED; and, some related work experience involving public contact; or, any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid California driver’s license
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Federal, State and County laws and regulations pertaining to veterans rights, benefits, and obligations.
- Various benefits available to veterans and/or their dependents.
- External governmental bodies and agencies related to area of assignment.
- All computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job.
- Standard business practices.
- Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques.
Skill in:
- Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
- Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
- Analyzing and resolving office administrative situations and problems.
- Researching, compiling, and summarizing a variety of informational and statistical data and materials.
- Applying logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks; to understand, interpret and communicate complicated policies, procedures and protocols.
- Communicating orally with internal staff, citizens, and other departmental staff in order to give and receive information in a courteous manner.
- Operating and routine maintenance of general office machines such as copiers, facsimile machines, telephone systems, and paging systems.
Mental and Physical Abilities:
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to interpret and translate pertinent legal requirements into clear and precise language.
- Ability to assess individuals problems and to tactfully gather personal background information.
- Ability to maintain routine records and to prepare and present reports in both oral and written form.
- While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, to reach with hands and arms, and speak and hear.
- While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Selection Procedure & Other Important Information
Important Application Information:
- It is your responsibility to demonstrate through your application materials how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position/s for which you apply.
- You must complete all sections of the application. A résumé or other information you feel will help us evaluate your qualifications may be attached to your completed application, but will not be accepted in lieu of completing any part of the application. Blank applications that contain only a résumé or those that reference “see résumé” will be rejected as incomplete.
- Check your application before submitting to ensure it is complete and correct; no new or additional information will be accepted after the closing date.
- Inquiry will be made of your former and current employers; please provide the names and telephone numbers of supervisors on your application.
- You must provide the names and contact information of at least three (3) references (not relatives) that have knowledge of your job skills, experience, ability and/or character.
- Application materials are the property of Mendocino County and will not be returned.
- It is your responsibility to keep your NEOGOV profile updated, including any changes to your telephone number or address. Failure to do so may result in missed notification of exams or interviews.
- The exam process listed on this flyer is tentative. Mendocino County reserves the right to make necessary modifications to the examination plan. Such revisions will be in accordance with approved personnel standards. Should a change be made, applicants will be notified.
- The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.
Examination Process: All complete applications will be reviewed; incomplete applications will not be considered. Based on the number of qualified candidates, applicants meeting the job requirements and qualifications will be invited to participate in an oral examination (weight 100) or an unassembled exam, consisting of an evaluation of education and experience as stated on the application form. The examination process will test the knowledge and abilities described above. A minimum score of 70 must be attained for placement on the employment list.
Special Testing: If you require special testing arrangements to accommodate a disability or religious conviction you must contact Human Resources at 707.234.6600 prior to the test date to make your requirements known. You must provide enough advance notice to allow Human Resources to properly review and evaluate your request.
Special Requirements: Employment in some County departments or positions may require the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background, which may include fingerprinting, and/or a medical examination, which may include drug screening.
The option for telework may be available. Eligibility for telework is based on the position, employee, and telework environment; not every position, or every employee will be compatible to telework. Please see for details.
This announcement is a synopsis of duties and requirements of this job. To review the complete classification specification and benefits, please see the HR website. Applications must be submitted to the Human Resources Department by the final filing date.
The County of Mendocino is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This information is a summary of general benefits. Benefits listed in Mendocino County Resolutions or Memorandums of Understanding prevail over this listing. This information is not legally binding, nor does it constitute a Contract.
SALARY
Compensation is based on a five-step salary range, with annual merit-based increases within the salary range.
RETIREMENT
Covered under Social Security and the 1937 act; both employees and the County pay into the retirement fund. For the most current information regarding County Retirement please go to:
HOLIDAYS AND PERSONAL LEAVE
Mendocino County observes 11 paid holidays per year. Employees are granted 24 – 48 hours of personal leave annually, depending upon Bargaining Unit.
VACATION
Accrues at the rate of two weeks per year for three years. Three weeks per year after three years, four weeks after eight years and five weeks after 15 years.
SICK LEAVE
Paid sick leave accrues at the rate of 1.25 days per month, or 15 days per year. Accruals are pro-rated for part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week. Part-time employees working less than 20 hours per week, and extra-help employees receive up to 24 hours (or 3 days) of paid sick leave annually.
MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION, AND LIFE INSURANCE
The County and the employee share the cost of an employee selected health care plan; enrollment in the plan includes $20,000 Life Insurance.
HEALTH INSURANCE
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EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
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EMPLOYEE WELLNESS PROGRAM
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LABOR CONTRACTS
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This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license. Do you have a valid driver’s license?
- Yes
- No
Required Question