Assistant County Veteran Service Officer – Veterans' Service Commission, Licking County

Assistant County Veteran Service Officer – Veterans’ Service Commission, Licking County

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  • Position: Assistant County Veteran Service Officer
  • Organization: Licking County Veterans’ Service Commission
  • Location: 310 Township Road, Pataskala, Ohio 43062
  • Posted On: April 1, 2025
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Pay Type: Hourly
  • Starting Pay: $30.21 per hour
  • Contact Name: April Foster
  • Contact Email: afoster@lickingcounty.gov
  • Contact Phone: 740-670-5430
  • Application Website: https://lickingcounty.gov/depts/human/jobs.htm
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Position Description

The Assistant County Veteran Service Officer supports the Lead Service Officer in providing services to veterans and their dependents at the Pataskala office. This role involves direct interaction with clients, coordination of Department of Veterans Affairs documentation, community outreach, and general office support.

Key Duties:

  • Assist with daily operations and VA benefit processing
  • Greet and check in clients, manage phone and walk-in inquiries
  • Prepare VA documentation and coordinate with external agencies
  • Maintain office cleanliness, track supplies and manage incoming/outgoing mail
  • Provide referrals and public information to veterans and dependents
  • Represent the office at veteran-focused functions, parades, and community events (including evenings/weekends)
  • Become an Accredited County Veteran Service Officer via ODVS and national organizations after training

Minimum Qualifications

  • Veteran Status: Must be a former member of the U.S. Armed Forces with active-duty service and an honorable discharge (required by ORC 5901.01)
  • Education: High school diploma or GED
  • Experience: 1–3 years of relevant administrative experience preferred
  • Licensing: Valid Ohio driver’s license (required for travel)
  • Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Application Procedure

Submit the following to:
Licking County Veterans’ Service Commission
935 Buckeye Ave., Newark, Ohio 43055

  • Completed application (available online or in person)
  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • Copy of DD Form 214 (must show honorable discharge – mandatory for consideration)

Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered. Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

About the Organization

Licking County Veterans’ Service Commission is committed to assisting veterans and their families with accessing the benefits and services they have earned. This includes advocacy, outreach, and connecting veterans to community resources.

Licking County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.