WORK Supervisory veterans assistance work. An employee in this class supervises the activities of the Claims Division or Veterans Benefits Division of the Department of Veterans Affairs. These activities involve the administration of financial aid to qualified persons under state or federal Veterans Assistance Statutes for veterans and their dependents. Responsibilities include publicizing of information on changes in existing as well as new veterans benefits.
Work is subject to general review by the commissioner for compliance with major department policy.
Attends meetings of veterans' organizations to explain the rights of veterans and their dependents under the federal war benefits acts and under state statutes. Determines eligibility of applicants for aid through the Educational Fund. Directs the dispensation of state relief funds available for veterans and their dependents who are in need. Prepares and presents claims for benefits on behalf of veterans to the State Legislature. Directs the dissemination of information regarding federal or state veterans' benefits to County Veterans Service Officers and the general public.