TVC - Women Veterans Coordinator (Program Specialist III)

Job Description:

TVC - Women Veterans Coordinator (Program Specialist III)

Description

Job Description

Please Note: All resumes must contain employment history, education, licenses, skills, and other qualifications applicable to the position.

A skills test such as a presentation will be required at the time of the interview.

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General Description : Serves as a vital member of the Women Veterans Program team. Will connect women veterans and their families to local, state and national resources. Will be responsible for assisting with developing, coordinating, and implementing strategies to improve women veterans¿ awareness and access to benefits and services. Will develop and maintain effective relationships with civic, community, military, federal, state and local agencies, and stakeholders. Will participate in state and national forums and committees for women veterans. Will provide complex consultative services and technical assistance to internal staff, civic, community, military, federal, state and local agencies, and stakeholders. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

This is a full-time remote position. To promote a strong environment, TVC maintains a telework policy. Although this position is designated as full-time remote, telework is not a guarantee or condition of employment and may be modified or revoked at any time, for any reason, with or without notice.

Due to the remote nature of this role, the employee is required to maintain a dedicated workspace that ensures privacy, minimizes distractions, and supports the ability to perform job duties effectively and securely.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans, develops and coordinates women veterans¿ initiatives in accordance with statute.
• Designs and implements outreach activities to locate and identify women veterans to educate them on their eligibility for federal and state veterans' benefits and services.
• Assess the needs of women veterans with respect to benefits and services.
• Works with TVC staff, state, federal, and local agencies to coordinate referrals to services and programs that assist women veterans.
• Prepares and conducts high-level briefings and presentations to legislators, government agencies, veterans¿ organizations and other business and community leaders related to women veterans.
• Represents TVC at meetings, conferences, seminars, or hearings and serves on designated boards, panels or committees related to women veterans.
• Provides guidance, technical assistance, and recommendations to agency staff, governmental agencies, the legislature, veterans¿ organizations, community organizations and the public on women veterans¿ issues.
• Reviews service delivery methods, standards, policies and procedures to identify gaps in resources and recommend improvements.
• Performs research and analyzes data relative to women veteran benefits, services, and issues.
• Advocates on behalf of women veterans in the State of Texas to include increasing public awareness about the gender-specific needs of women veterans.
• Promotes events and activities that recognize and honor the women veterans of the State of Texas and women who served and currently serves in the military.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with all stakeholders.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Military Crosswalk information:

https://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf

Minimum Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. College Transcripts are required and must be provided before an interview can be extended, it is preferred they be attached to the application.

Minimum Experience : Four (4) years of experience at the supervisory level which can include military experience with knowledge of the operations, functions, organizational structure, and policies and procedures.

Additional Requirements:¿

• A valid Texas Driver¿s License must be provided within 90 days of hire.
• The selected candidate will need to reside in the North Texas/DFW area.

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Preferred Experience and Qualification:

• Three (3) years of public speaking experience preferred.
• One (1) year of experience using Salesforce preferred.
• Honorably discharged veteran preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to program areas; and of the principles and practices of public administration and project management.
• Knowledge regarding organizations that assist women and women veterans.
• Skill in developing and maintaining cooperative work relationships with federal, state and community-based organizations.
• Exceptional communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Advanced computer skills to include conducting internet research, operate various software applications. e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc. ¿ Salesforce is a plus.
• Ability to conduct strategic planning; coordinate program functions and activities; and establish goals and objectives.
• Ability to devise solutions to administrative problems.
• Ability to develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently and independently to meet various deadlines.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership, strategic vision and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with critical timeframes.

Environmental & Physical Conditions:

Normal office work environment, mostly sedentary in nature. May involve walking; standing; remaining stationary for long periods of time; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping, and bending; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Work involves extensive telephone usage and repetitive hand/wrist/finger motions while using the computer.

Notes to Applicants:

To receive Military Employment preference, a copy of the DD Form 214 (member #1 not accepted), NA Form 13038, VA Summary Benefits Letter, or a DD form 1300 must be provided before an interview can be extended.

College transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc. must be provided before an interview can be extended. If this information is not provided prior to the interview, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Attaching documents to the application is preferred.

If you require any reasonable accommodation for the interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls to schedule your interview.

This position has been designated as a security sensitive position. A criminal background investigation will be conducted on the final candidate for this position.

DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS, WE DO NOT ACCEPT TELEPHONE CALLS. APPLICANTS SCHEDULED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.

Veterans Information: The Texas Veterans Commission is committed to hiring Veterans and is proud to employ the highest percentage of Veterans among all state agencies. A dditional info may apply via the job posting.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

The Texas Veterans Commission does not discriminate on the basis of person¿s color, race, national origin, gender, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability religion, or age in employment or the provision of services.

Salary:

$5122.00 - 5122.00 Monthly