Regional Program Outreach Coordinator (Administrative Officer 2)

If you are passionate about helping others and have strong organizational and interpersonal skills, we have the perfect job for you. The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is currently seeking a Regional Program Outreach Coordinator to build and foster relationships with a variety of partners in order to improve services for veterans and their families in Pennsylvania. Do not hesitate to apply today and join us on a fulfilling journey toward making a positive impact on the lives of our veterans!

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As a Regional Program Outreach Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the well-being of veterans in your assigned region, which includes the following counties: Bradford, Susquehanna, Sullivan, Wyoming, Lackawanna, Wayne, Pike, Northumberland, Montour, Columbia, Luzerne, Carbon, and Monroe. By identifying their needs and available resources, you will be able to develop and expand the outreach capabilities of the PA VETConnect veterans' outreach program. Your work will involve building relationships with community partners and creating plans to provide necessary assistance and services that are currently unavailable or not funded by the the agency. In addition, you will play a crucial role in promoting all veterans benefits programs and services to the public, community partners, and government service providers through various avenues such as meetings, events, conferences, consultations, and speaking engagements. You will also be responsible for developing effective marketing strategies and collaborating with the agency's Communications Office to raise awareness and promote the available regional veterans benefits programs, events, services, and partnerships.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:15 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 45-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. You will be required to report to the office once a month. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Jonestown.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as an Administrative Officer 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office management or staff work, including experience in personnel management, budgeting, or procurement; and a bachelor's degree; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Completion of military service in a branch of the United States Armed Forces and separation under honorable conditions
• Two years experience in a customer service related field with an emphasis on human services and/or outreach programs
• Possession of a valid Class C Driver's License
• Willingness to travel, which may require overnight stays on short notice
• Highly motivated with exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
• Valid accreditation by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a veterans service officer or eligibility for accreditation within one year from date of employment

Legal Requirement:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.