Job Description
Join our mission to serve veterans as a Part-Time Federal Benefits Specialist in Oakland. Enjoy premium benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave while making a meaningful impact. This role offers flexible hours (20-25 hrs/week) with competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment.
Responsibilities
- Process veteran benefit applications with 95% accuracy
- Provide expert guidance on VA healthcare and compensation programs
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex cases
- Maintain strict compliance with federal regulations
- Document case histories using VA-approved systems
- Conduct outreach to underserved veteran communities
- Train junior staff on benefit protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field
- 2+ years federal benefits processing experience
- VA Form 22-1995 certification preferred
- Advanced knowledge of 38 CFR regulations
- Proficiency in VA VBA systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion